Gary Rishel Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on December 15, 2025, at the age of 71, Gary Rishel of Lock Haven, Pennsylvania passed away. 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 parents, William and Shirley Rishel (Hevner); his former wife Gerry Rishel; his brother Dennis Rishel; and his grandsons, Patrick Rishel and Jacob Rauch.

He is survived by: his wife Ellen Rishel of Lock Haven; his children, Jason Rishel (Ann) of Philipsburg, Nicole Rauch of Jersey Shore, Justin Rishel (Amber) of Beech Creek and John Rishel (Francesca) of Lock Haven; his niece Meredith Murren of Virginia; his grandchildren, William (Jocelyn), Paige, Zachary (Jessica), Elijah, Joshua, Cambria, Everia, Jace, Delia, Rylan, Jonah and Raven; and his great grandchild Harleen.