Karoline “Irmgard” Rauscher Funn, lovingly known as “MiMa”, age 90, of Sanford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice House in Pinehurst.
Karoline was born in Germany on November 22, 1935, to the late Konrad and Anna Babette Rauscher. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Rudolph Funn (Retired US Army), sister Hilde and brother, Hans.
She is survived by her sons, Guenter Gerhard Rauscher (Isabel) of Sanford, Norbert Rauscher of Germany, Frank Rauscher (Hella) of Germany; daughter, Marilyn Wright (Dwayne) of Michigan; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren, and her cat, Wednesday.
She will be buried with her husband, Rudolph Funn, at Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury, NC. Date and time to be announced once determined.
“MiMa” was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She loved to cook and especially loved her grandchildren. She was very proud to be German and will be greatly missed by all of us. Condolences may be sent to www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com.
The family has entrusted services to Cox Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory of Vass.
