February 20, 2004 – October 8, 2026
Kylie Marie Rauch, age 22, of Ingraham, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at her home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Wendelin, Illinois. The burial will be in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Wendelin, Illinois. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the church. The rosary will be prayed at 9:30 AM on Thursday, prior to mass. In loving memory of Kylie, memorials may be made to the Rauch Family. Arrangements are under the care of the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois. The obituary can be viewed and condolences left at www.meyerfh.com.
Kylie was born on February 20, 2004, in Effingham, Illinois, the daughter of David Lee and Michelle Marie (Ochs) Rauch. She graduated from Clay City High School with the Class of 2022. She then continued her education by attending Olney Central College where she earned her associate degree in 2025. Kylie was a lifelong member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, in Wendelin, Illinois.
Kylie enjoyed many activities and interests. For several years, she was an active member of the Pixley Pride 4-H club showing a variety of animals and projects at the Clay County Fair. She also earned the opportunity to participate in the Illinois State Fair with flower arranging, public speaking, and dog obedience. Beyond her 4-H participation, Kylie was graciously crowned second runner-up at the Clay County Fair Queen pageant in July of 2025.
Kylie had a great love for animals, especially her beloved pets. She was often found either with one of her many cats, her loyal family dog, or visiting the pigs at her family’s hog operation.
Kylie kept busy as she enjoyed swimming, cooking, baking, and had a love for gardening. She was often found sharing her plant knowledge at her job working at Green Acres Nursery in Olney.
Kylie’s most notable talent was her musical abilities. She was blessed with an angelic voice that she put to great use in many high
school plays, college choirs, and the Holy Cross Choir. Kylie’s musical talents also extended to her ability to play the flute in bands in both high school and college. She also played piano and organ for liturgies at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Olney, and Saint Lawrence Catholic Church in Lawrenceville.
Kylie deeply treasured her family and loved to spend time with her nephew and niece/goddaughter. She is survived by her loving family:
Parents – David and Michelle Rauch of Ingraham, Illinois
Brothers – Clinton Rauch of Ingraham, Illinois; Aaron (wife Mareah) Rauch of Ingraham, Illinois and Lucas Rauch of Steubenville, Ohio
Nephew and Niece – Loren and Clara Rauch
Grandmother – Jane Ochs of Sainte Marie, Illinois
Godmother – Christine Rennier of Sainte Marie, Illinois
Numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins
Kylie was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Clifford E. and Gertrude H. (Kessler) Rauch and maternal grandfather Norbert E. Ochs.
