Evelyn Rau's Obituary
In Loving Memory
Evelyn Loraine Rau
December 31, 1927- July 28, 2020
Born to William and Gladys of California. Evelyn was one of 6 children. Evelyn lived in Castro Valley for 59 years with her husband Edgar and their 7 children. She had 10 grandchildren 16 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.
Evelyn passed quietly in her sleep after a long battle with alzheimers. She was an avid bowler on many leagues with her husband Edgar. She loved playing cards with family and friends and even tap danced for a while. Evelyn retired as a Hayward Unified school bus driver and loved all "her kids" who called her Ralph.
Evelyn was the proud and loving matriarch of a very large family, where she was the epitome of "class".
Having one of the biggest hearts she was always there for family and friends. Evelyn is reuniting with her husband Edgar, sons, Floyd and Ron and daughter Vicki. She is survived by her sister Lois and brother Earl and by her children Judy, Lois, Susan and Lori.
She is so loved and will be missed
Due to Covid there will be a small funeral at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. August 11 will be the closed casket viewing between 5-9. Only 20 people are allowed. August 12 will be the funeral at 12-230. Limited to Immediate Family only.
There will be no gathering afterwards. We would appreciate donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers. "In the Memory" of Evelyn Rau.
To ensure the health and safety of our community, we are following all guidelines set by local, state and CDC officials. If you are planning on attending a service, please contact the funeral home in advance, so that we can plan accordingly.
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