Lester W. Riegel, Jr.

Lester W. “Duke” Riegel, Jr. was born on July 26, 1985. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

He was the son of Lester W. Riegel, Sr. and the late Elaine Riegel (Mrs. Riegel passed away in December 2011). Duke was a member of First United Methodist Church, Schuylkill Haven.

Duke enjoyed camping, the annual pancake breakfast at Tom Schaeffer’s RV Center and the annual “SAM” Christmas Party. He also enjoyed running daily errands with his father.

Services will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2019, graveside service at 11 am on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven followed by a Memorial service at First United Methodist Church, Schuylkill Haven, Rev. Dr. Christopher Fisher presiding.  In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to First United Methodist Church in Duke’s name.

Schlitzer Allen Pugh FH 515 West Market St. Pottsville has been entrusted with arrangements.  Please visit schlitzerallenpugh.com to share a memory of Duke.

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