Jack Rausch, 85, of Lena, IL passed away at his home with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He was born October 11, 1938 to Harry and Doris (Zorzi) Rausch in Livingston, IL. He married Sara Bradley in 1960 in Hammond, IN.  Jack proudly served in the United States Army from 1961-1963 with the 1st Armored Division during the Cuban Missile Crisis.  He was a graduate of Purdue University.

Jack spent 40 years with Union Carbide and Viskase Corporation until his retirement. He was a member of the United Methodist Church and Lena Lions Club. In his free time, Jack loved watching his beloved St. Louis Cardinals and going golfing. Overall, Jack loved his family and was a man of honesty, kindness, and equality for all.

Jack is survived by his wife Sara of Lena, IL; sons- Brian Rausch of Houston, TX and Mitchell (Carolyn) Rausch of Minooka, IL; grandsons- Brandon Rausch and Drew (Grace) Rausch, USMC; step grandchildren- Ryan (Hannah) Johnson, Marisa (Jim) Bosonetta, and Kylie (Ulises) Carreno; niece- Sherry (Chuck) Demars, and nephew- Dave (Tammy) Mercer.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Jill (Bob) Mercer.

Per Jack's requests no services will be held.

A private family burial will be held at a later date at the Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens in Schererville, IN.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your favorite charity or organization in Jack's memory.