Dennis Rauenhorst

Dennis John Rauenhorst was born on November 9, 1947, in Medford, Oregon, the oldest child of John and Catherine (Korman) Rauenhorst. He moved to Olivia in 1950 and also lived in Willmar. Dennis has lived at a REM home in Marshall since 1977. Dennis worked for Advance Opportunities. He enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings and Twins. He also loved visiting with people and typically began most conversations with “Did your car start?” Dennis also enjoyed going out for a cup of coffee or a Diet Coke. Dennis especially adored his special relationship with his brother Bill. Dennis died on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at his residence in Marshall, under the care of Prairie Home Hospice of Marshall. He is survived by his brothers William “Bill” Rauenhorst of Marshall, Steven Rauenhorst of Redwood Falls, Glen Rauenhorst of the Twin Cities, sister Mary Kae (and Michael) Gaede of Fort Collins, Colorado, his housemates and friends at REM and co-workers at Advance Opportunities. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Fred Rauenhorst.