Obituaries
John P. Riehl, 67
September 27, 2017
John P. Riehl, 67, of Lancaster, was the son of the late Isaac and Cora (Miller) Riehl. John’s dream was to move to Vietnam, where he had visited this past summer, instead, he changed his travel plans and moved to Heaven, September 27, 2017.
John was a contractor by trade. He danced to the beat of a different drummer and was very artistic.
John is survived by six siblings: Donald Riehl, husband of Barbara; Kenneth Riehl, husband of Susan; Jean Moore, wife of Russ; Dorothy Blank, wife of Wilmer; Norma Retallack; and Bertie Smoker. He was preceded in death by his son, Johnny Riehl; his sister, Virginia Bender; and brothers: LeRoy Riehl, Jerry Riehl, and Robert Riehl; he is also survived by Ashley Thomas, daughter of Eva Thomas and the late Warren Thomas.
Memorial Services for John will be private.
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Condolences to the Family
October 06, 2017
My sympathies to the family in the loss of Dad, brother and grandpa. John was my coffee buddy at the Lyndon, then the City Diner for many years. We chatted about everything and nothing, had our laughs ,our tears and Bike rides too. We shared a unique friendship. We were like bantering brother & sister, always a good visit. I’ll miss You..Harley John!!
Patty Hundley
October 02, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family in the passing of John. John was one of the regular contractors who came into City Hall to get permits for his clients. He always had conversation, a joke and laugh before leaving the office. He told me about his plans to move to Vietnam after he retired. I truly will miss him coming to the office. May God bless you all at this time of loss. Karen Dixon
October 02, 2017
I was very sorry to hear of John’a passing last week. He was a good, hard working guy, and a good friend and client of Good’s Insurance agency. John and I had many interesting conversations, and I’ll miss him.
Brian Burns
