January 11, 1952 – May 25, 2020
Eugene “Gene” Joseph Rausch, age 68, of Buffalo passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2020 at his residence.
He was born on January 11, 1952 in Wheaton, Minnesota the son of Joseph & Clara C. (Borgheiinck) Rausch.
Gene honorably served as a Vietnam Veteran.
He was formerly employed for many years as a Design Engineer.
Gene enjoyed fishing, hunting and collecting Lapidary rocks (Rock Hound).
Survived by his loving wife: Colleen A. (Henrichs) Rausch; three children: Michelle Abeln of Elk River, Dave (Stacey) Rausch of Royalton and Luke Rausch of Buffalo; seven grandchildren: Sierra, Dara and Hayden; Madelyn and William; Elsee and Katelyn; three step children: Nick (Tessa) Henrichs, Cassie (Thomas) Smith and Alex (Nicole) Henrichs; three step grandchildren: Ezra, Scarlett and River; his mother: Clara Schreifels of Buffalo; siblings: Eleanor Maurer, Ardyce Oberg, Patty Nelson, Janice Korth, Joe Rausch and Julie Price; many other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by his father Joseph Rausch, an infant sibling Joanne Mary and by his step father Eldred Schreifels.
Private family graveside committal for Eugene “Gene” Rausch will be held at Holy Family Cemetery-North of Little Falls, Minnesota on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020.
Joe and Toni
I am so sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. Prayers to your family.
Karen
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Gene. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Henry & Lisa
Joe, Toni and family, so sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in peace, my friend. Gene was a very nice man and always interesting to visit with. He will be missed by many. My condolences to Gene’s mom and entire family. You are all in my prayers.
Gene will certainly be missed. I extend my deepest condolences to his family and many friends.
Dear Colleen,
I was saddened to learn of Gene’s passing.
I want to extend my condolences to you and
the entire family.
Wishing you comfort and peace during this
difficult time.
Trudi C.
Sad to hear of Gene’s passing, it was always a pleasure to visit with him..so kind, gentle and thoughtful. My condolences to the family.
Bruce Nelson