John Thomas Rathman Obit

JOHN THOMAS RATHMAN passed away on Oct. 6, 2026. Born to Jerome and Dora Rathman in Springfield, MN. He graduated from Comfrey High School. Married Sharon Schaal in 1970, they moved to the Brainerd Lakes area in 1975, where he was a realtor and appraiser. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with family, and wintering in Mission, TX. He is survived by his wife Sharon of 56 years, step-daughter Tari, and son-in-law Roger Avery. Grandchildren, Josh and Sarah Oehrlein, Jeremiah and Jennifer Avery, Mallori and Craig Sheik and Mathew and Mallory Avery; 13 great-grandchildren; siblings, Michelle Everett, Gary and Jean Rathman, Teresa and Tranger Rynchek. Preceded in death by his parents and one sister. A Celebration of Life to be held on Saturday, Nov. 14,  at 2 p.m. at Deerwood Baptist Church. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. To leave a message of condolence, please visit: www.srtfuneral. com.  Arrangements are with Sorensen-Root-Thompson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Aitkin.