William Rieker

William Rieker

William Rieker Obituary

Published by Dietrich Funeral Home - Amherst on Nov. 4, 2011.
RIEKER - William A. November 2, 2011, beloved husband of 58 years to the late Marguerite A. “Peg” (Christensen) Rieker; beloved father of William F. (Cathy) Rieker; grandfather of Kelly (Chris) Drudy and E.J. (Michelle) Sirak; greatgrandfather of Connor Drudy; brother of Ruth Babcock; also survived by nieces and nephews. A private funeral service was held. Memorials may be made to Toys for Tots of Niagara County. Bill was well-known in the bridge community. He was an avid player, an excellent teacher, and a life master. Along with his wife, they founded and ran B&P Duplicate for over 20 years. Bill retired to travel and play bridge. He was also the owner of William Rieker Contracting, a framing contractor. Arrangements by the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC. On-line condolences may be made to www. TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.

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Jane Gaul DeVaughn

November 20, 2011

Billy,
I was so sorry to hear about your father. I have great memories of living next door to you on South Meadow Drive. Your parents were both special people. My sympathy to you and your family

Sushil Amlani

November 11, 2011

Bill (and his late wife Peg) was not only a great bridge player, but was one of the best teachers and one of the funniest too ! He never let an opportunity pass without taking a friendly crack at it ! His funny remarks and an ever present mischievous grin will be sorely missed by the entire western New York's bridge playing community. I have no doubt he conducted his life in the same fashion.

My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family. Godspeed.

Sushil Amlani (& Maria Amlani)

Harry Brown

November 6, 2011

The Brown family is deeply saddened by the death of Bill Rieker our neighbor when we lived on South Meadow Drive. Sincere condolences to the Family
Harry "Hap" Brown, Rose Brown, Jerry Brown and Jackie Brown-Royal
Anderson, SC

Walt Olszewski

November 5, 2011

Bill and Peg were very friendly ambassodors for the game of bridge. We will miss them.

Dick & Bernie Czarnecki

November 5, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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