He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Melanie Deluzain Rieger; and parents, William “Bill” Rieger, Sr. and Norma Alexander Rieger.
Ray is survived by his daughters, Cherie Rieger Webb (Larry) and Danielle Rieger Burlison (Robert); grandchildren, Luke and Laura Burlison; and sister, Kathleen Rieger Louviere.
He received a bachelor's degree in business from Southeastern University and was proud to serve his country as a member of the United States Air Force from 1972 until 1976. After his service in the Air Force, he worked for the United States Postal Service as a postal clerk for many years. He was an avid golfer and a passionate New York Yankees and New Orleans Saints fan.
Ray was heavily involved with his church and was an active member of St. Matthew the Apostle’s Saint Vincent de Paul Society. To honor the church that meant so much to him, please consider a donation to St. Matthew the Apostle parish in lieu of floral tributes.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, 10021 Jefferson Highway in River Ridge, Louisiana, on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Visitation will begin at 10:30 AM with a Memorial Mass following at 12 PM. Ray will be laid to rest beside his wife and parents in Lake Lawn Park privately at a later date.
Go Yanks!
