HANS M. RATH STAUNTON, VA Hans Maria Rath, 84, husband of Monica Rath, of Staunton, died Thursday, April 9, 2015, at his residence. He was born September 5, 1930, in GrossEngersdorf, Austria, a son of the late Johann and Maria Rath. He received his degree in mechanical engineering in Austria, and was involved with machine design for most of his career. In addition to his wife, family members include two daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Tim Patronik of Charlottesville and Leni and Johnny Jackson of Staunton; three grandchildren, Katie and Michael Patronik and Johnny Jackson; a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Lago and two brothers, Fritz and Toni Rath and their families of Austria. A memorial mass will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2015, in St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. Burial will be private in Thornrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Staunton-Augusta Rescue Squad, 1601 North Coalter Street, Staunton, VA 24401. Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.