Ronald James Rieves Obituary
The world bids farewell to Ronald James Rieves of Dewitt, Michigan, departing on October 21, 2025 at the age of 89. Ronald leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rudolph Rieves and Rosemary Rieves (Phelps); his wife Patricia "Pat" Houska; his grandson Connor Gleason; his brother Russell Rieves; and his sister-in-law Lynn "Chicki" Rieves.
He is survived by: his children, Roxanne (Jim Gleason), Randy Rieves of Lansing, MI and Ryan Rieves of DeWitt, MI; his grandchildren, Kristin, Stephen Vlahakis, Kaitlyn and Ty Cook; his great grandchildren, Louis Vlahakis and Bella Vlahakis; and his sibling's children, Russell "Rusty" Rieves, Jean Kelly, Renee, Phil Taft, Tara and Seth Poche.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Smith Family Funeral Homes (104 E Cass St, St Johns, MI 48879). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Johns Lutheran Church (511 E Sturgis St, St Johns, MI 48879). A burial will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at the Ford Cemetery (11183 E S Gratiot Co Line Rd, Elsie, MI 48831).
Memorials may be made to St. Johns Lutheran Church.
