Obituary of Michael Alan Rauch

Michael Alan Rauch, 50, of Niles, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 3, 2020. Mike was born on March 22, 1970, to William Rauch and Judy Dokey in Wichita Falls, Texas. Mike was the eldest of four children and was a big family man. He loved to spend his free time fishing and inviting friends and family over to help him eat his days catch for a fish fry. In his free time, Mike could also be found at the drag strip watching the races and spending time with his dad. Mike was also an avid Michigan fan, loved singing karaoke, but most of all spending time with his family. Mike is survived by his parents, William (Donna) Rauch of Edwardsburg and Judy (Lynn Ritchey) Dokey of Niles; wife, Melissa Rauch of Niles; daughter, Stefani Rauch of Buchanan; siblings, Kellie Rauch of Niles, Erica Rauch of Niles, and Daniel (Amanda) Rauch of Edwardsburg; and many extended family members and close friends. Michael has been cremated and his family will be remembering him privately. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mike’s memory may direct them to the National Kidney Foundation located at 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016 or to Caring Circle Hospice who lovingly cared for Mike in his final days located at 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, MI 49085.