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Rauch -- C. Stanley "Pete" Rauch, 84, retired tax accountant, who lived in Albuquerque since 1978, died peacefully Friday, February 2, 2001. Pete was born in Pittsburgh, PA on June 8, 1916. He graduated from Kane High School in 1936 and American University in Washington, DC in 1940. He worked as assistant to the Treasurer of American University until he enlisted in the Coast Guard in 1942. Pete graduated from training at the Coast Guard Academy as an ensign. He served in the Pacific taking part in several invasions including Iwo Jima. He first served on LSTs (Landing Ship Tanks) and later on frigates. Pete returned to civilian life and the University in 1945 with the rank of lieutenant. In 1946, he became affiliated with Price Waterhouse & Company, as a certified public accountant, and worked in their offices in Washington, DC, Long Island, NY and New York City until he retired in 1978. Throughout his career, he was active in the professional organizations in his field, serving as an officer of the Nassau County and New York State CPA Associations. The Rauchs moved to Albuquerque where Pete did volunteer work for many years, particularly with the Small Business Administration and the Albuquerque Public Library. The Rauchs were also members of the Albuquerque Country Club, where Pete indulged his passion for playing golf. He played frequently until illness forced him to give up his game. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jean; two beloved children, Eric and Kristin; daughter-in-law, Barbara; son-in-law, Richard Reif; four grandsons, David, Brian and Michael Rauch and Richard Reif II. The Rauch Family would like to invite friends to honor and celebrate Pete's life at an open house at his home on Wednesday, February 7, 2001 between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
        Published on: Tue February 06, 2001