Jonathan F. "Jon" Rasch

Retired Pastor Jonathan F. “Jon” Rasch, 67 of Boyne City, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey after a brief illness. Born on July 17, 1948 in Petoskey, he was the son of Frederick and Pauline (Erno) Rasch. Raised in Boyne City, Jon was a 1966 graduate of Boyne City High School.

After attending Bible College, Jon was a Church of the Nazarene pastor in Gaylord, Hart, Mancelona, Alpena and Flushing as well as in Antigo, WI and Benson, AZ. Jon and Paula lived in Arizona for 20 years. He was employed by Benson Public Schools for 10 years, retiring in 2009 and returning to Boyne City. Jon had a love for his family and just enjoyed time together. He also enjoyed playing guitar and singing.

On June 6, 1969 Jon married Paula M. Engle, and she survives. Also surviving are his children, Tam (Randy) Smith of Yukon, OK, Lisa Benton of Benson, AZ, Amy Rasch of Fennville and Byron Rasch of Minnetonka, MN; eight grandchildren, Alannah, Logan, Alexis, Brendon (Kourtney), Courtney, Riley, Kaylee and Mackenzie; a brother, David (Debbie) Rasch and a sister, Sue (Harold) Brooks both of Boyne City and several nieces and nephews.

As he requested, the family will remember Jon at a gathering of family and close friends. Those who wish are asked to consider memorial contributions to Hiland Cottage.

Arrangements are by Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com