Alfred “Al” C. Raasch III

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfred “Al” C. Raasch III of Fredonia, who left this world on Jan. 19, 2025, after a courageous and determined battle spanning five weeks. Al was 73 years old.

Al was born on June 24, 1951, in Milwaukee, Wis., to the late Alfred and Ursela (Schneider) Raasch II.

He graduated from Custer High School with the Class of 1969.

On Feb. 16, 1974, he was united in marriage to the love of his life Jacqueline Lederhause at Peace Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. They spent over 50 years together. Together they enjoyed camping and boating, making new memories of every trip they embarked on.

Al was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Fredonia. He enjoyed the camaraderie of being part of the Burnt Offerings Men’s Group at church. He also enjoyed baking bread and smoking many kinds of meats, always willing to try a new recipe.

He was a proud member of the Waubeka Fire Department for more than 10 years. One of his greatest joys was being in nature. You could always find him hunting or fishing at any of his favorite spots.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Jackie, his stepsister Debbie (Doug) Spiering-Yip, his niece Camille Yip and his goddaughter Danielle Kruse, along with many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his brother Richard Raasch, his stepmother Mary Raasch and his in-laws Harvey (Dolly) Leaderhause.

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 824 Fredonia Ave., Fredonia. The family will greet friends and relatives from 10 a.m. until the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Al’s name may be made to the American Cancer Association.

Eernisse Funeral Home in Port Washington is proudly serving the Raasch family.

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