Fred Paul Rieck Jr.

Mr. Fred P. Rieck, Jr.
July 13, 1949 ~ January 14, 2026
Fred P. Rieck, Jr., 76, of Sneads, Florida entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. He was surrounded by his family in his home. Born on July 13, 1949, to Fred P. Rieck, Sr and Helen Marie Schellhammer in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, he was raised by his loving grandparents on a farm in Mars, Pennsylvania.
At an early age, he became adept at repairing farm equipment and family and friends' vehicles. After serving in the US Army, he enjoyed a successful career as an automobile mechanic, small engine repair mechanic and truck driver. Fred was an avid car and motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed riding his Harley and watching football. Before moving to Sneads, he was a regular at the VFW in Waycross where he could be found spending time with Wes Hayman, Ted Logue, Rusty (Buckwheat) Nasworthy, LeeAnn (Lily) McNabb, Randy Rome, Debbie Lee, Dick Ewell, and Josh Smith.
Fred was a member of the Marianna Moose Lodge 1026, Moose Legion, and Road Captain of the Marianna Moose Riders. He frequented the Lodge to spend time with his Moose family, especially Jamie and Tonya Davis, Gregory Mock, Donna Kinard, Marian Barsumian, Bobby Patnode, and Don Bard. He had a special affinity for his friends from American Heroes Motorcycle Association, and Dogs of Fire Motorcycle Club, especially Bubba and Mary Beth Baker and Tony and Amy Money. Fred was also a member of the American Legion in Lake City, Florida.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Roseann Lahay; his treasured daughter, Julie Isenogle and dear son-in-law Jake Isenogle; stepchildren, Keith E. Lahay and Lauren Villa; Christopher E. Lahay and Heidi; Alexander E. Lahay and wife Mia; and Tamara Lynn Lahay and husband, Justin. He is also survived by a brother, David Rieck of Ohio; a sister, Linda McCleland of Ohio; and a son, Shawn P. Drum, of Pennsylvania; grandchildren and step grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the Marianna Moose Lodge 1026.