Grace E. Rauch, 85 years, of New Tripoli, passed away on Sunday, November 25, at the Lehigh Valley Hospice Unit in Allentown. She was the widow of Herman L. Rauch. Born in New Tripoli, she was a daughter of the late James and Emma (Sittler) Weaver.

She had been employed as a Nurse's Aide at Hamburg State School. Grace was a member of Jacob's Church in New Tripoli (Jacksonville).

Survivors: Daughters, Patricia wife of Robert Amore with whom she resided, and JoAnne wife of Abe Ahner of Slatington; Son, Dennis of Hamburg; Grandchildren, Andrew DeSanctis, Elizabeth DeSanctis and partner Michelle, and Alexander Amore; Great-grandchildren, Taylor and Preston; Nieces and Nephews. She was predeceased by 7 sisters and brothers.

Services: 11:00 A.M. on Friday, November 30, at Jacobs Church, 8387 Kings Highway, New Tripoli. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at the Church. Interment will be at Friedens Cemetery, Kempton (Stony Run). Arrangements are being handled by Keller Funeral Homes, Inc., New Tripoli.

Contributions: May be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 S. 12th St., Allentown, 18103, or Forgotten Felines and Fidos, Inc., 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville, 18053.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.kellerfuneralhomes.com