Donn Aldean Rau, born on November 12, 1950, in Breckenridge, Minnesota, was the firstborn of ten children to Donald and Alois Rau.

He graduated from high school in Kensington, Minnesota, in 1969 and joined the Air Force. On July 2, 1971, he married Marsha Pfau. Shortly after the wedding, he was deployed to Vietnam. After returning from the war, he and Marsha began their family, having four children over the years. Due to military moves, they eventually settled in Fargo, North Dakota, where he resided with his wife, Marsha, for the last 35 years.

Donn is survived by his mother, Alois Rau, and three brothers and four sisters: his wife of 54 years, Marsha Rau (Pfau), their children, Donald (Jackie) Rau, Ellen (Danny) Damron, Jennifer Rau, and Jonathan (Amy) Rau, and eight grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father and two of his brothers.

In life, Donn strived to be a good father and was most proud of his children & military career.

He passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, August 8, 2025.

"May your pillow be soft, may your coffee be hot, and always keep the shiny side up." - Donn

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to help cover expenses.