Keith Richard Riegle

Keith Richard Riegle, age 77, of Marshall passed away peacefully at his home under the loving care of his family and Elara Caring Hospice. He was born in Marshall, MI on April 19, 1944 the son of Milton Albert Riegle and Cecile Marie (Moon) Riegle. He was the first born in the family of five children. His parents preceded him in death as well as a daughter, Melissa Kay Riegle, brother, Karl Riegle and grandson, Kaleb Weitzel.

Keith was united in marriage to Paula (Goodrich) on January 21, 1972 in Marshall and she survives.

He had a great love for Marshall First Baptist Church. His mother carried him in her arms the first time he came to church. He enjoyed being a faithful member for 77 years.

Keith loved his country; serving first in the Air Force from March of 1965 to October 1968 and then the Army National Guard from 1977-1980.

He loved a Detroit Tigers game and made several trips, his favorites would be the trips with his grandchildren. He also loved gardening, fishing, listening to all kinds of music, playing on church softball leagues and time spent with family. He was a very handy and talented man, always taking on his own projects, building his own garage, bird houses and other small projects and even served as a 4H leader and enjoyed raising his own rabbits.

Keith was employed throughout his life at Marshall Lumber, Permabilt Homes (Marshall), Peterson Lumber Co. (Jacksboro, TX), Midwest Metallurgical (Marshall) and Advanced Fuel Components Inc. (Marshall). One of his greatest loves for the past few years has been serving as a Crossing Guard for the City of Marshall and the children of Gordon School. He looked forward to seeing them each day and worried if they didn’t cross. He loved waving to them in cars or buses as they passed, and of course, the many other cars of people who honked and waved.

In addition to his loving wife, Paula of 50 years, Keith also leaves a son, Keith B. Riegle of Marshall, daughter, Krista Shields of Albion, granddaughters: Kelsie Weitzel of Battle Creek, Aryanna Stacy of Albion, Amelia Shields of Jackson, grandson, Hayden Shields of Albion, sisters, Karen Dilts of Marshall, Kay (Gary) Newland of Tekonsha, brother, Kyle (Amanda) Riegle of Marshall, uncle, Robert (Karen) Moon of Williamston, aunt, Janet Walker of Battle Creek, nephew, Daryl (Tina) Dilts of Marshall, additional much loved family members, Stan (Tiffany) Weitzel of Albion and Christopher Shields of Jackson.

Visitation for Keith will be held on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 from 3-7PM at First Baptist Church, 305 West Michigan Ave., Marshall, MI. Funeral Services to celebrate his life will be held at church on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 beginning with visitation from 11AM until the time of service at 12PM with Pastor Katie Wallen officiating. He will be laid to rest following the service at 2PM, with full military honors at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Friends and family are invited to gather at the church after the committal for refreshments and fellowship.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, https://marshallfbc.org/give. To leave online messages of condolence, please visit www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com