Raymond R. Rausch, age 81, of Elmwood Park, passed away March 5, 2019.  Beloved husband of Marlene for 58 years; Loving father of John (Eden) and Karen (Roger) Grogan; Dear grandfather of Lee; Fond uncle of Dale Smith, Kathy (Mike) Oliver, Barbara (Ted) Kledzik, Connie (Glen) Lumpkins, Karen (Gary) Nevin, Robb (Kris) Whited, Kris (Charles) McPeak, Mike (Heather) Mayer, Laura Reder, Jenny Jordan and Annie (Keith) Pruitt; Cherished son of the late Joseph and Blanche nee Robinson and brother of the late Barbara Smith Whited.  Retired CPA of JJ Rausch & Co Ltd. Ray was a member of the Maywood Sportsmen's Club for 50 years, treasurer of the club for 30 years, was club president in 1973. Ray received honorary life membership from Sportsmen's Club for his distinguished service.  Memorial Visitation Saturday, March 16, from 1:00 p.m. to the time of Memorial Service 2:00 p.m. at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave., Elmwood Park.  Interment Private.  For info. 708-453-1234 or  www.elmsfh.com  . In Lieu of flowers, a donation to River Grove Bible Church can be made  http://rgbible.org/giving/  Or to the American Cancer Society  www.cancer.org/involved/donate.html