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WILLIAM RIEGER Obituary

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WILLIAM W., age 87, on, December 11, 2009 Husband of
the late Lucy L. (nee Yacovetti). Loving father of Patsy Vittorelli (Donald), and Dr. William J. Rieger. Dear pop of Dr. Donna Lynn Vittorelli (Angelo Pulini) and Donald Louis Vittorelli, Esq. (Lisa). Cherished Pop-Pop of Donald E., Patty Rose, and Zachary. Brother of Anthony Rieger. Mr. Rieger is a retired member of the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, serving the 179th District for 40 years. He was also an owner of Charlie's Pizzeria. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday evening 6-9 P.M. and Tuesday morning 8:30-9:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.), Philadelphia, PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. at St. Dominic Church. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. Contributions in his memory to the National Stroke Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Centennial, CO 80112, would be appreciated.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2009.

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Chip Burnett

December 16, 2009

Patsy, I'am very sorry to hear of your father's passing.Myself and John always enjoyed talking to Bill, especially on Friday nights while walking the beat.Your family will be in my prayers.

State Representative Rick Taylor

December 15, 2009

Please accept my condolences on the passing of Bill. The Rieger family will be in my thoughts.

anonymous anonymous

December 13, 2009

To all of the Vittorelli Family - my sincerest sympathies for your tremendous loss - what an inspiration of strength and character to forever draw hope and inspiration from. Anonymous

Steve and Pat Yagecic

December 13, 2009

It is the end of an era. We will always remember Bill's Sunday donut visits when we would be getting ready for one of our Sunday Rides. Steve always loved discussing/debating PA and Phila. politics with Bill. Bill was always a gentleman no matter what the debate and an animal lover like the rest of us. Always remember those great memories and great times. He is at peace now and with his Lucy. We all will miss him.

Love
Stephen and Pat Yagecic

December 13, 2009

Patsy,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Know in your hearts that he is in a better place with Lucy. Bill was a major influence in the old neighborhood & a clear, sober voice in Harrisburg for Temple University & Health System. He will be missed.

Sadly,
Brian & Teresa Clay

Sherry McClain

December 13, 2009

Bill and family,
Please know that Marcy, Frank and I are thinking of you in this time of sadness. We are sorry for your loss and wish you strength as you face the days ahead.
Always,
Sherry

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