RIECKERS, Keith Duncan (Age 74) Keith died on March 4, 2020 at Rockwood Memory Care, on Spokane's South Hill. He is preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Nellie Rieckers and step-mother Margaret, his brother David, and his daughter Caroline Suzanne Rieckers-Morton. He is survived by his wife of 51 years (though the high school sweethearts had known each other for 61 years) Katherine "Kay" (Herda) Rieckers, brother Ray, sister Terry (Jim Coe) and sister-in-law Joyce, as well as nephews and nieces Paul (Katy), Eric (Amy), Natalie (Paige), Denell, and Wade. He is also survived by his son-in-law Keith Morton and wife Annie, whose children Karina, Caleb, and Zane brought joy to Keith in his final years. He also held the Herda family in close regard having enjoyed their company for many years. Keith was born in Chewelah, WA on November 8, 1945. He graduated from Chewelah High School in 1964, earned a bachelor's degree from Washington State University in 1968, and earned a law degree from the University of Washington in 1972. He served 6 months of active duty in the army (stationed in Monterey, CA) and 2 years in the army reserve during the Vietnam Era. He was honorably discharged due to diabetes. He moved to Spokane in 1972 and became a partner with the law firm Lukins & Annis, where he worked until his retirement. Keith was a member of a committee that planned/funded the expansion of Martin Field at WSU in the 1970s. He taught law at Gonzaga University and taught business law at Whitworth University. Keith enjoyed skiing at Schweitzer Mountain and was an avid golfer at Manito Country Club. In later years he spent winters in Scottsdale, AZ. Keith will always be remembered for his quick wit, funny stories, and generous nature. A celebration of life service/reception will be held for Keith at Manito Country Club, 5303 S. Hatch Road, Spokane, WA at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 12, 2020. In lieu of flowers, donations in Keith's name may be made to Rockwood Residents' Foundation, 2903 E. 25th Ave. Spokane, WA 99223. The family would like to thank the staff at Rockwood Memory Care for their care.

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Published by Spokesman-Review on Mar. 8, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith RIECKERS

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Peggy Merriman

September 17, 2024

Wow, I was so sorry to learn about Keith´s passing quite after the fact. My family and I lived on the same street, and my brother Tim, sister Pauli and I used to have so much fun swimming in Kieth and Kay´s pool when we were growing up. That was way back in the day, but it is still one of my favorite childhood memories. I send you all my love, Kay, and I want you to know Keith will live forever in my heart. He´s still alive, you know, as well is Carrie. My father is, too. (He passed in 2000). Their physical bodies may be gone, but the fact is their essence--their energy; their soul--will NEVER die. When you feel him around-and I know you do-talk to him. Tell him how much you love and miss him. He loves hearing it, loves that you know he´s still by your side; never doubt this. I´ve had some incredible experiences with my father. Because what will never die is love. It never can! The more you feel it, the more you know it, the more you share it, the greater it grows. So Kay, know I´m thinking about all of you, Keith and Carrie, and relishing in the memories all of you were so generous to provide. You probably don´t remember this, but I´ll never forget the look on both of your faces when we were just moving to our new house at 1915 E. 23rd. You both were living in the small house across the street, and you looked so excited to have neighbors with kids! Then shortly after you moved up the street to the house with a pool (which is when the fun really began). Such a blessing. So thank you for such great memories! And you, Keith and Carrie will always have all my love!

DON JOHNSON

March 12, 2020

Condolences to all the family as I just learned of Keith's passing. He was our next-door neighbor. I remember a good snowball fight with him and Ray and me and my brother Rich. Keith could pitch a fast snowball! May God comfort all.

March 10, 2020

Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.

Gwen Leland Goodman

March 8, 2020

Kay, So sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories. When you and Keith got stuck in Colfax when Mt St Helen's blew. And when you both took care of me when I was in college. You are in my prayers.
Gwen Leland Goodman

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