Rauhn R. Panting, born in Soda Springs, Idaho, on April 5, 1953, passed away on August 14, 2024, in Malad, Idaho, after many courageous battles with illness. Rauhn was a man who deeply cherished the time spent with his friends and loved ones, always valuing the moments shared in their company.

Family was the heart of Rauhn’s life. His wife, children, and grandchildren were his greatest treasures, and he dedicated himself to them with unwavering love and devotion. He eagerly anticipated their annual camping trips, where they created memories that will be cherished for generations.

Rauhn’s roots ran deep in the soil of the family ranch in Soda Springs, where he grew up with a passion for the outdoors and a love for animals. From an early age, he was surrounded by horses, sheep, dogs, and cows, and at just 11 years old, he began raising and showing purebred Suffolk lambs. In high school, Rauhn balanced his time between ranching, driving tractors, and playing basketball and football. Whenever he had the chance, he was out hunting and fishing, enjoying the natural beauty of Idaho.

After high school, Rauhn attended Utah State University before serving a two-year mission in the Alabama-Florida Mission (1972-74) for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His love for the people he served and the experiences he gained during his mission strengthened his faith and testimony.

Upon returning to Utah State University, Rauhn rekindled a relationship with Nancy Jackson, whom he had known before his mission. They fell in love, and on July 16, 1976, they were married in the Logan Temple. Together, they built a life filled with love, family, and service. Rauhn completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Animal Science, with a focus on Livestock Nutrition, while Nancy worked as a school teacher.

Rauhn knew early on that he wanted to be a county extension agent, a role that would allow him to work closely with people in agriculture. After spending a summer on his wife’s family ranch along the Bear River in Wyoming, he began his career working with the 4H program in St. Anthony. In the summer of 1979, he was transferred to Oneida County in Malad, where he would spend the next 34 years serving the community and people he loved as the University of Idaho County Extension Agent.

Throughout his 35-year career as a county extension agent, Rauhn was a beloved figure in the Oneida County 4-H program and livestock shows. He judged livestock shows across Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, and Oregon. For many years, he and his friends ran a successful livestock ultrasound business that took him throughout the Pacific and mountain west.

Rauhn was a faithful and dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many capacities, including in bishoprics, on the High Council, and with the Young Men program. Of all his callings, teaching Sunday School was his most cherished role, where he served until he passed away.

Rauhn was preceded in death by his father, Farrell Blaine Panting; his mother, Margaret Ida Roper Panting; and his brother, Chad B Panting. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; his sister Mary (Matt) Jensen; his children, Rochelle (Jarad) Van Wagoner, Alex (Sarah), Amanda (Matt) Piccolo, and Brett (Kaitlyn); and his beloved thirteen grandchildren.

Rauhn’s legacy of love, service, and dedication to family and community will be remembered by all who knew him. He will be deeply missed.

Viewings will be held Thursday, August 22, 7-8 P.M. and Friday, August 23, 9:30-10:30 A.M. The funeral service will be held on Friday, August 23 at 11:00 A.M. Viewing and funeral service will be held at the Malad Stake Center (1250 N 1100 W, Malad City, ID 83252)

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Oneida County 4-H program. Donations can be made at https://square.link/u/91sDz83G; or by QR code below.