Joseph Anthony Ries Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph Anthony Ries (Vermillion, Minnesota), born in Hastings, Minnesota, who passed away on January 3, 2026 at the age of 61. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mother Marilyn Ries; and his father-in-law Fred Litschke. He is survived by: his father Joseph Ries; his family Joe; his wife Bobbi Litschke; his children, Tony (Carsyn), Stephanie Zeien (Brent), John (Maddy) and Katelyn Wardell (Michael); his grandchildren, Chloe, Mason and Emery; his mother-in-law Kathy Litschke; and his siblings, Chicky Otte (Blake) and Pat (Jenny). He is also survived by other loving relatives and friends.
