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WILLIAM RIECK Obituary

William F. Rieck, Jr., 91, beloved husband of Cathleen, devoted and loving father of Cathleen Rosecrans, the late Robert Rieck, Thomas Rieck (Catherine Dunlap) and Diane Rieck (Jason Nutter); grandfather of Greg Rieck, Daniel Rieck (Katherine), Will Rosecrans, and Rhett Nutter, great- grandfather of Mia Rieck. William, a World War II veteran and member of American Legion 134, served as a Major in the U. S. Army. He spent over 50 years of dedicated service to Illinois credit unions as both Director and President. His proudest moments were in service to his country and his family. Visitation at Smith Corcoran Funeral Home (773-736-3833), 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago, on Friday, Jan. 22 from 3 to 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary of the Woods, 7033 N. Moselle, Chicago, on Saturday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. with interment at All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 22, 2010.

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Michael O'Toole

February 6, 2010

Mrs. Rieck, Cathy, Tom, and Diane. My deepest sympathy for your loss. It seems like half a lifetime ago that I introduced Mr. Rieck to Dr. Berkson at St. Joseph. Hope you are all well. Michael O'Toole

January 22, 2010

We just heard the sad news... Wish we would have known sooner so we could have attended the funeral.

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

William K. and Jennifer Rieck
(San Antonio)

January 22, 2010

Dear Aunt Kay, Cathy, Tom & Diane,

My heart and sympathy are with you at this time. Uncle Bill will be missed by us all but mostly by you. I have so many memories of him. He had a wonderfully long time here and I am sure he is among the "angels" of the family that have preceeded him watching over us every day. See you soon.
Love always,

Cindi

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