Russell Wayne "Rusty" Rahn Obituary (1955

RAHN - Russell Wayne "Rusty" March 20, 1955 - October 13, 2025 Of Lackawanna, New York, passed away at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, October 13th at Hospice of Buffalo, at age 70. Rusty was born on March 20, 1955, in Beardstown, Illinois, to Vernon E. and Dorothy B. (Kost) Rahn. Rusty married Patricia Sugnet in 1978, and together they had two children, Justin and Sarah, before their relationship ended. He is survived by his longtime fiance and companion, Diana "Char" Shaffer. Rusty's family includes his son, Justin, and Justin's wife, Rachael, of Clarence Center, New York; his daughter, Sarah Rahn, and her fiance Bobby, of Palm Bay, Florida; and five beloved grandchildren: Xander, Angelina, Natalie, Kayla, and Robbie. Rusty is also survived by his sister, Sally Lael of Beardstown, Illinois; two brothers, Michael of Athens, Illinois, and Danny of Beardstown, Illinois; three nieces: Buffy Lael-Wolf of Springfield, Illinois, Erika (Rahn) Gorny of Springville, New York, and Tarra (Lael) Winters of St. Louis, Missouri; as well as one nephew, Thad Lael of Yorkville, Illinois. Rusty was well-known for his fun-loving personality, always bringing laughter to those around him. He cherished his family and friends deeply. His memory will live on through the love, joy and shenanigans he shared with those fortunate enough to know him. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com