Dennis Riegel


Dennis Paul Riegel of Quincy, Mich. passed away on December 16, 2020. He was born on March 6th, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio.

He loved life, sharing a smile and sense of humor with all he met. Dennis spent 15-plus years in Fort Wayne with Kay (Shriver) Riegel where they raised their children Doug (Renee) Riegel and Denise Riegel Galinas. After this, they moved to Quincy where they enjoyed lake life.

In 1997, he married Diane Todak and became the proud stepfather of Laura Todak (Chris) Whiteman. Dennis worked at Eckrich. A life-long farmer, Dennis is remembered for his fabulous homemade ice cream his delicious hog roast, his love of antique tractors, Ohio State, golf and his John Deere/train collections. Dennis delivered campers, earning a one million-mile safe driving award and enjoyed volunteering at Tibbetts. Above all, Dennis loved spending time with his family.

He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Jase Riegel of Marshall, Michigan; Alexis, Nathan, Taylor and Garrett Galinas of Clinton, Michigan; Colby and Hailie Whitemen of Owasso, Oklahome and Drew and Kevin Moser of Galion, Ohio.

In his memory, please help people in need as Dennis quietly gave a helping hand to others.