Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 12:00 a.m.
Rach, Adolf
It is with heavy hearts that the family of ADOLF RACH, brother, dad, grandfather uncle and friend, announce his unexpected passing at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Christmas Day at the age of 79 years from non-covid complications.
It is with heavy hearts that the family of ADOLF RACH, brother, dad, grandfather uncle and friend, announce his unexpected passing at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Christmas Day at the age of 79 years from non-covid complications.
He is survived by his brother Stan, and his sister Christa (Rick) Lastuka; son Jack Rach, and step daughter Janet Fehr (Herman) and step-granddaughter Kristi (Kris) Brown, grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Teresa, parents, Ernst and Maria Rach and his brothers Anton and Walter.
Adolf was born in Kleinhilde, Kreis, Marienburg, Hannover on June 19, 1941. He came to Canada, Quebec Harbour on the Arosa Sun with his parents, brother and sister on June 18, 1956 - one day before his 16th After settling in Coaldale, and working in the beet field for a season, Adolf was employed by Alberta Transportation for 35 years and followed through for another five years with Volker Stevin. For more than 40 years, Adolf helped keep our roadways safe. Adolf enjoyed life and had a wonderful sense of humour. He kept everyone on their toes with his quick wit. He enjoyed his coffee with friends and the occasional beer or two and always lightened up the room with his charm and conversation. He touched all of those who spent time with him. He was a compassionate, thoughtful and honourable man who loved his family. His quiet courage, strength of spirit, creativity and sense of humour will be carried forward by those who knew and loved him.
After some health complications, he left his independent living and moved into Linden View Care Centre in Taber and then relocated with much delight to Fairmont Extendicare. He could not say enough about the quality and care received at both centres. A special heartfelt thanks to the staff and wonderful caregivers who were part of Adolf's daily anticipation.
Adolf was a man of deep faith. When he was no longer able to attend Mass, he would watch it on television, as well as on his iPad. He enjoyed "attending" mass anywhere in the world, his favourite places being Poland and Germany.
Due to COVID 19 restrictions there will be a private Funeral Mass on Thursday, December 31st., at 10 AM. The Mass will be live-streamed. To watch, a link will be available on Adolf's obituary at the Cornerstone website.
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My heart felt sympathy for you Christa and Rick. The Mass was lovely and the Priest did a beautiful job of the sermon (I'm not sure what it is called). I am here for whatever you need.
My deepest condolences. I will miss his sense of humor. Rest in peace, Adolf.
I worked with Adolf on the survey crew for the department of highways during the late 60's and we walked many miles chaining, pounding hubs, running line. He was an interesting person and always laughing and having fun. I enjoyed seeing him whenever we would bump into each other and visited a bit. My condolences to the Rach family.
We will miss and miss you always
I had the pleasure of working with Adolf for many years with Alberta Transportation and Volker Stevin. Adolf had a sense of humour that will be missed. My deepest condolences to the Rach family.
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Adolf Rach. He was our landlord for a couple of years and we were so fortunate to have known him and his family. Rest in Peace Adolf, you will be missed by so many!
Will miss you forever, dad. Love you.
You will be greatly missed by all of us! Rest in Peace Grandpa, we love you!
I work with Adolf for many years. He was my friend and we enjoyed many goof laughs together.
I will definitely miss you my brother and our daily chats. Going to be so strange not reaching for the phone every day for our visit.