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As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service:
Robert A. Rautiola, 70, a resident of Chassell passed away Saturday July 2, 2022, at Mission Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center of Hancock following a short illness.
He was born on May 20, 1952, in Hancock, MI, a son of the late Arnold and Aileen J. Rautiola. Robert was raised in Chassell and was a graduate of the Chassell High School.
Mr. Rautiola was a Veteran having served with the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
Robert then moved to the Detroit area and worked for Ford Motor Company in the Paint and Vinyl Production Plants until his retirement. Bob then resided in Vero Beach Florida until 2013 when he moved to the family homestead on Fishermans Lane, Chassell.
Surviving are:
His brother John Rautiola of Chesterfield, MI
A special cousin Mark Lepisto of South Daytona Shores, FL
Several other cousins
A private graveside service for Bob will be held in the Veterans Section of the Chassell Cemetery.
To view Robert’s obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service Chassell Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
