Orville J. Rauch

December 20, 1930 - October 25, 2010

Orville J. Rauch, 79 yrs. old, born Dec. 22, 1930 and passed away Oct. 25, 2010, formerly of Manhattan, IL, recently of Monticello, IN. Preceded in death by his parents: Grace (nee Fulton) and Fred Rauch. Graduated from Thornton High School, Harvey, IL in 1948, where he was a member of band & 4H. He was engaged in farming his entire life. He was a member of the Illinois & Indiana Farm Bureau. Mr. Rauch enjoyed the outdoors and was always willing to talk about farming and John Deere. Survived by loving and devoted caretakers, Claudia & Bob Wandless and their children: Kevin, Jessica, Kyle, Sarah, and Karli; many dear friends he has made through the years; and numerous cousins. Never a man to complain, he endured physical hardships and still had a smile when he was visited. Funeral Services for Mr. Rauch will be held on Sat., Oct. 30. Visitation 10:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Heartland Memorial Center, 7151 183rd St., Tinley Park, IL. Interment following at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Tinley Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Manhattan Paramedics. For info heartlandmemorial.com or 708-444-2266.