Carolyn F. Riegel Obituary
The passing of Carolyn F. Riegel of Crete, Illinois occurred on September 1, 2026. Carolyn, born on October 27, 1942, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carolyn F. Riegel to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Leon H. Riegel; her parents, Martin Bruns and Amanda Bruns; her in-laws, Harold and Leona Riegel (Siefker); and her brother-in-law Joseph Gunska.
She is survived by: her daughters, Lori Hult (Grant) of Wheatfield, IN and Debby Lexow (Mike) of Manhattan, IL.; her grandchildren, Christopher Lexow (Amanda), Carlie Hult (James Coros), Katie Hult and Samantha Lexow (Zach Broadhurst); her great grandchild Calder Lexow; and her siblings, Eileen Gunska and Ken Bruns (Carol).
Visitation was held on Thursday, September 3rd 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Crete Funeral Home (1182 Main St, Crete, IL 60417). The lying in state was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Zion Lutheran Church (1610 Main St, Crete, IL 60417). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
