Ellard F. Rieso's Obituary
Ellard F. Rieso, 84 yrs., of Columbia, IL, passed away at Delmar Gardens South, Sappington, MO. He was born in Smithton, IL, the son of the late Theophil and Irene (Biehl) Rieso Rock. Ellard had retired from Monsanto Chemical Corp., Sauget, IL, and had been a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Columbia, IL, American Legion Post 581, and the Monsanto Retirees Club Local #12. He had served in the U.S. Army and was a Veteran of the Korean War. He was married to Lucille (Schlemmer) Rieso, who survives him. They were married on November 19, 1950, at Columbia, IL.
VisitationTuesday, January 15, 2013 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lawlor Funeral Home
ServicesWednesday, January 16, 2013, 10:30 amLawlor Funeral HomePastor Bob Goddard, officiating
IntermentEvangelical St. Paul CemeteryColumbia, IL
Memorial Contribution SuggestionsSt. Paul United Church of Christ - Elevator Fund, 127 N. St. Paul Columbia, IL 62236, or American Legion Post 581, 375 East Locust, Columbia, IL 62236
SurvivorsWife, Lucille (Schlemmer) Rieso of Columbia, ILDaughter, Karen (Richard) Neff of Belleville, ILDaughter, Kathy (Clancy) Richey of Columbia, ILGrandchildren, Amanda and Zachary Neff, and Cole and Connor Richey Other relatives and friends
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