Joan E. Rau's obituary , Passed away on July 2, 2026 in York, Pennsylvania

Joan E. Rau

August 19, 1932 - July 2, 2026 (93 years old)

York, Pennsylvania

Joan E. Rau's obituary , Passed away on July 2, 2026 in York, Pennsylvania

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Joan E. Rau

August 19, 1932 - July 2, 2026 (93 years old)

York, Pennsylvania

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With sadness, we share the passing of Joan E. Rau of York, Pennsylvania. Joan, born on August 19, 1932, passed away on July 2, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan E. Rau to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lestie Kerr and Albert Kerr; and her siblings, Albie, Treva, Carolyn, Dick, Janet, Billy, Fred and Gary.

She is survived by: her sisters, Marion, Alice (Ray) and Sue (Tom); her spouse Clair Rau; her grandchildren, Taylor Gingerich (Jacki) and Molly Gingerich (Eric); and her great grandchildren, Raegan and Theo Gingerich. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wellspan Cancer Center Patient Help Fund, 25 Monument Road, York PA 17403.

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