John Lewis Rettig's obituary , Passed away on September 12, 2021 in Leavenworth, Kansas
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John Lewis Rettig

February 3, 1937 - September 12, 2021 (84 years old)

Leavenworth, Kansas

John Lewis Rettig's obituary , Passed away on September 12, 2021 in Leavenworth, Kansas
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John Lewis Rettig

February 3, 1937 - September 12, 2021 (84 years old)

Leavenworth, Kansas

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John Lewis Rettig Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Lewis Rettig (Leavenworth, Kansas), who passed away on September 12, 2021, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Lewis Rettig to show support.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Alfred Rettig and Goldie Rettig; his wife Patricia; his daughters, Kimberly Hedge (Scott) and Lisa Haines (David); and his grandchildren, Bailey and Brayden Haines.

Memorials can be made in his honor to Alzheimer's Association Heart of America Chapter, Good Samaritan Society or Crossroads Hospice.

Suggested donation : Alzheimer's Association

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April 11, 2025

Michael Gribben wrote a sympathy message

“The Rettigs Lived Four houses away from our house on Maple Street in Wabash Indiana. I remember Al, Goldie , John & Brother Jim Well. They were a great neighbor hood family and as kids we grew up together. I remember Al Bought both John & Jim Brand new 1957 Fords, Johns was Black and White and Jims Was Red and White. The Envy of all us neightbor hood kids. So sorry to find out of John Passing, But he is not forgotten. Mike Gribben”

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September 17, 2021

Brenda Sheumaker wrote a sympathy message

“Pat and family, I am so sorry to hear about John. May you find peace and comfort in your wonderful family memories. With sympathy, Brenda Sheumaker”

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September 17, 2021

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“In loving memory of John Lewis Rettig, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”

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150 Muncie Rd, Leavenworth, KS 66048

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