James Edward “Eddie” Reiland
Thursday, May 10, 1923
Date of Death:
Monday, January 13, 2014
Age:
90 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday January 15, 2014
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday January 16, 2014
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Thursday January 16, 2014
Time: 10:30 am
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Thursday, May 10, 1923
Date of Death:
Monday, January 13, 2014
Age:
90 years old
Thursday, May 10, 1923
Date of Death:
Monday, January 13, 2014
Age:
90 years old
James Edward “Eddie” Reiland
Rochester resident James Edward “Eddie” Reiland, 90, died January 13, 2014 with his family at his side.
Eddie was born May 10, 1923, the son of Leonard and Irene (Lucas) Reiland in Rollingstone, MN.
After graduating from Holy Trinity High School in Rollingstone, MN in 1941, Eddie attended St. Mary’s College in Winona, MN until 1943, and the St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary in Denver, CO until 1945. He then joined the U.S. Navy, where he served from 1945 to1947.
Eddie married Viola Ziegenfuss on July 15, 1950, and they made their home in Rochester, MN, where they raised their seven children. He was a salesman for Star Bread, Bunny Bread and Wonder Bread Bakeries in Rochester, and was an active member of St. Francis Parish, and the Knights of Columbus. He was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, Food Response, Channel One, Help for Haiti, Jamaica Missions, and sponsored mission children.
Eddie especially enjoyed gardening, fishing, watching Twins games, and spending time with Vi, his beloved wife of 63 years, and family. He was an attentive and loving father to his eight children, and six sons-and-daughters-in-law, and a close and fun grandfather to his 18 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.
Surviving Eddie are his wife, Viola (Ziegenfuss) Reiland; Steve Reiland of Stoughton, WI; Dave (Terri) Reiland of Durand, WI; Judy (John) Wittenberger, Rochester, MN; Carol (Kim) Clarey, Rochester, MN; Bill (Cindy) Reiland, Rochester, MN; Dan (Barb) Reiland, Eau Claire, WI, and Gary (Becky) Reiland, Rochester, MN.
He also leaves 18 grandchildren, Kati (Zach) Longsdorf, Eden Prairie, MN; Lisa (Eric) Arkowski, Eau Claire, WI; Matt Reiland, Rochester, MN; Liana Reiland, Eau Claire, WI; Eric (Stacy) Marquardt, Golden Valley, MN; Sarah (Sean) Allen, Rochester, MN; Adam (Jess) Marquardt, Rochester, MN; Chadd (Laura) Clarey, Rochester, MN; Ryan (Steph) Clarey, Rochester, MN; Mark Clarey, Rochester, MN; Christine (Kevin) Kallas, Rochester, MN; Steph Reiland, Rochester, MN; Tyler, Alec and Laura Reiland of Eau Claire, WI, and Lindsey, Julia and Benjamin Reiland of Rochester, MN. He is survived by one brother, Tom (Marlene) Reiland, Albert Lea, MN, and Catherine Reiland, Rollingstone, MN.
Preceding him in death were his parents; his infant son, Peter; and three brothers, Don Reiland, Dick Reiland, and Joe Reiland.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM January 15, 2014 at the Macken Funeral Home River Park Chapel in Rochester, and for one hour prior to the mass at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Thursday. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with the Rev. Mark McNea officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Macken Funeral Home, Rochester, MN, is serving the family. Online condolences are welcome at mackenfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Francis Catholic Church or Season’s Hospice in Rochester are preferred
Condolences
The family of James Edward “Eddie” Reiland has received the following condolences.
I was sad to hear about Mr. Reilands passing. He was always nice to me when I " hung out" at the "Reiland House" with Dave and Steve. The last time I saw him was when I caught a bus in Anaheim California when I was at an Orthopedic convention as a resident in training in Cleveland. He worked at "Wonder Bread Bakery". I'll never forget running into him on that Bus, it was cool. Mike Kelly
My sincere condolances and heartfelt prayers to the family ---will forward obituary notice to my son, Mike Kelly in Omaha...I am sure "Eddie" had a life filled with love and good work......Sincerely Sara Kelly
Dear Dave,
Thinking of you as you mourn the death of your father. I know there is a hole in your world. warmly, Loie
Dear Vi and Family,
Art and I want to extend our sincere sympathy in the passing of Eddie. He was a wonderful person, always a smile and interested in everyone. We know you will miss Him so much. God's Blessings on you and yours.
Sincerely,
Art and Helen Mueller
My deepest sympathy to the family of Eddie Reiland. As a childhood friend of Judy's, my best memories are those of the time we lived in Rochester. I have such fond memories your family. I remember how kind Mr and Mrs Reiland were and always so nice to the kids in the neighborhood. I've never forgotten you. May all your wonderful memories support you all during this time.
Carol, Kim and family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. I will always remember your dad with a big smile on his face. He was always so happy and so friendly, May all your wonderful memories of him give you peace and comfort.
Sandy Nelson and family
Dear Carol and family,
We send our deepest sympathies.....what a great loss of love, life, and laughter! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Phil and Cathy Spaniol
Gary,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. May your memories ease your grief. Larry and Dorinda Leutink
I had the pleasure of getting to know Eddie at the many Reiland Opens he attended..sweet man always a smile :) So sorry to the family for your loss. Kathy Schroeder (Grace Reiland's daughter )
We were sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. We were glad we got the chance to meet him, golf with him, and get to know him at many of the Reiland Open Reunions. He was such a genuine, sweet man. Our prayers go out to the whole family.
Thinking of you and your family during this time. His obituary was wonderful. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. Debbie Hayden
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Mr Reiland! " Uncle Eddie" was quick with a smile, a pat on the back and a positive word that would brighten your day. We are all fortunate that he was able to shine his light on this earth for 90 years, and his light shines on...!!!
I am so, so sorry for your loss. No matter what the age or circumstance, to have a loved one pass is never easy.
Aunt Vi, I loved Uncle Eddie. He was always so kind to me. I so enjoyed our time together when he'd take me to or pick me up from Winona when visiting Grandma Ziegenfuss.
My prayers are with you.
Love,
Lucy Ramey Nefstead
I am heart broken to hear of the loss of Eddie. I knew him as a sweet and wonderful man, father ,husband and grandfather. May Mary, Mother of God put her arms around all of you and keep you close to her heart in this sad time. Prayers of strength and healing to you all. Love you guys......Diana
Bill, Cindy and family, Our deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God's love bring you all some peace.