Arthur Rathke

Arthur J. Rathke, 84, Elk Grove Village Fire Department Retired and U.S. Army Veteran, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2021. Arthur is the beloved husband of Janet, nee Thomas, for 59 wonderful years; loving father of Charlotte Rathke and Sharon (Paul) Jaffray; cherished grandfather of Douglas, Joshua and Rachel Roberts; dear brother of Michael (Carol) Rathke; fond uncle of many. Arthur loved spending time in the outdoors, especially camping with his wife and family. A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. Memorial Service at the Congregational Church of Jefferson Park 5320 W. Giddings in Chicago, and on Saturday, November 20, 2021, from 12:30 p.m. until the 1:00 p.m. Memorial Service at St. John United Church of Christ 401 N. Main St. in Belvidere. The interment is private.