Photo courtesy of Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation Services - Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Age 97
Bertha Rieb passed away from this life into the presence of her Lord and Savior at the age of 97 at the Sanford Centennial Hospice Cottage on Saturday, November 21, 2015. Bertha was born on a farm near Vananda, MT on February 26, 1918 to Fredrick and Emelia (Pietz) Fastnacht. On October 31, 1955 she was united in marriage to Arthur Rieb. God blessed them with two daughters, Cynthia Marie and Shirley Ann. She farmed with her husband near Parkston, SD until his death in 1961. She then moved to Sioux Falls and worked part time as a cook at the North American Baptist Seminary and as a housekeeper. Bertha had a special loved for children and taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School starting at the age of 14 in the Parkston Baptist Church and the former Northside Baptist Church and Trinity Baptist Church in Sioux Falls well into her 70’s. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. Often she decorated the sanctuary with flowers from her garden. Bertha was an excellent cook and well-known for her pies and kuchen. Bertha was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her sister, Adeline Schabel, her twin sister, Emma Winckler, and her three brothers, Adolph Fastnacht, Ruben Fastnacht, and Edwin Fastnacht. Grateful for sharing her life are her two daughters, and their husbands, Cynthia and Brad Friez, and Shirley and Larry Pitts; grandchildren, Nathan Friez, Joshua Friez, Rachel Friez, Justin and Tracy Pitts, Jeremy Pitts, and Jennica Pitts; and great-grandchildren, Isabelle, Jayden, and Raylynn. Visitation will be held at the Heritage Funeral Home, located at 4800 S. Minnesota Avenue on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the family present 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The funeral will take place at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at Trinity Baptist Church, located at 2400 West 18th Street. Memorials may be directed towards North American Baptist Missions or Operation Christmas Child with Samaritan’s Purse.
Read MoreOur deepest sympathy to Bertha's family. She was a precious lady and a wonderful neighbor for many years. Knowing that she is in the presence of the Lord brings great comfort.
Karen Wingler
November 30, 2015 | Sioux Falls, SD
My sympathies to Bertha's family. She was quite a lady. Always a smile to share and a hug that was always strong and genuine. She was so thoughtful and loving. Truly a blessing that her path crossed mine.
Marylana Breit
November 25, 2015 | Sun Lakes, AZ
Our deepest sympathy to all of Bertha's children and grandchildren as she has gone on to her Heavenly home and into the arms of our Lord and Savior. Our love to you.
Ray & Charlotte Schott
November 24, 2015 | Rapid City, SD
We extend our love and prayers to each of you.
Curt and Jeannine Radel, nephew of Arthur Rieb
Jeannine and Curt Radel
November 24, 2015 | Omaha, NE
We extend our prayers and love to each of you.
Curt and Jeannine Radel, nephew of Arthur Rieb
Jeannine and Curt Radel
November 24, 2015 | Omaha, NE
I am praying that our Heavenly Father will extend His comfort and peace to each of you during your time of grief.
Clyde Radel - Arthur Rieb's nephew and your first cousin
November 24, 2015
My sincere sympathy to the family. May God surround each of you with His care and His love.
Harold Sampson (husband of the late Esther Rieb - Art Rieb's sister.)
November 23, 2015
Sweet, sweet Bertha. A pillar of Trinity Baptist - always with a smile on her face. She always was interested in people, how they were doing and their children. She will be missed here on earth but heaven is sure fortunate to have her now.
Deb Johnson
November 23, 2015 | SD
My deepest sympathy to the family. Having Bertha at Hilda's/Welcov was a delight. Cherished be her memory!
Sherri Bachtell
November 23, 2015 | Lennox, SD
