Richard Charles Brauss

Richard Charles Brauss, age 61 of McDonough, GA passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2019, loving husband of 28 years to Elaine (Seay) Brauss. Rick was born in St. Louis, MO to the late Carl & Mary Alice Brauss. Rick loved spending time with his family, boating and fishing on Lake Oconee. He enjoyed cooking and grilling, and was known for his pizza and BBQ. Rick retired from AT&T/ Lucent Technologies and was currently employed at FedEx as a Ramp Agent. He loved his job with FedEx and the people he worked with. In addition to his wife, Rick is survived by his children: Jason (Erin) Brauss of Wentzville, MO and Debbie (Ken) Compton of McDonough; grandchildren: Aiden, Gavin, and Tyler Brauss; siblings: Carla (Thomas) Barnhart of O'Fallon, MO, Robert (Jo Ann) Brauss of Florissant, MO, and Lisa (Dirk) Krueger of Wentzville, MO; brother-in-law: Rusty (Judy) Seay of Locust Grove; sister-in-law: Martye (Mark) Alling of Locust Grove; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving mother-in-law: Dorothy "Dot" Seay; and brother-in-law: Dirk Krueger. A Memorial service was held in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 with Pastor Dave Riley officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Cornell Lab of Ornithology or other birding charities.