Gerald Rieth's Obituary
Gerald Rieth, age 87, of Lorain passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness.
He was born on October 12, 1927 in Lorain, Ohio to Henry and Helen (nee McDermott) Rieth and attended Lorain High School. Out of high school he enlisted and served in the United States Navy.
Gerald made his career in sales at the Reidy-Scanlan Furniture Store in Lorain for over 30 years. Jerry was a talented builder and built many properties and shared his interest with his 2 sons which prompted the forming of Rieth Realty Inc.
He was a member of the Lorain City Club and the Central Business Men’s Club. He had a passion for playing tennis and softball and was an avid reader. He also enjoyed boogie boarding with his grandchildren at his home in Florida.
Gerald is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen (nee Baumhardt) Rieth; his sons, Jim (Doreen) Rieth and Tom (Kathleen) Rieth; grandsons, Zachary (Heather), Jacob (Tanya), and Josh Rieth; great-grandsons, Gavin, Sammy, Jaxson and Maxim.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Helen Rieth; and his brother, Roy Rieth.
The Rieth family will receive friends on Monday, June 29, 2015 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst. Private family interment will take place at a later date.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.dovinreberjones.com
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