Genevieve ‘Genny’ Riehle, 71

May 26, 1951 —

Oct. 5, 2022

 

CRESCO - Genevieve Ann “Genny” Riehle, age 71, of Cresco, Iowa, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022, due to natural causes. 

 Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, with Father Jacob Rouse officiating. She will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery in Cresco following Mass.

Genny was born on May 26, 1951, to Edward and Lillian (Korsa) Markovetz. She attended Assumption Catholic School and graduated from Notre Dame High School, both in Cresco. 

Genny met Jerry Riehle, and they were united in marriage on Aug. 23, 1969. To this union, they had four children, Kellie, Kimberly, Ronald and Jenilee. 

Genny dedicated her entire life as a homemaker and was the foundation of her family. In addition to her tasks at home and helping with many needs of Riehle Decorating, she willingly put her wants aside, placing Jerry, her children and grandchildren’s lives as a priority. As she checked off her hand-written daily to-do list, she maintained her qualities as a beautiful, loving, funny, kind-hearted, compassionate and true person to all she encountered.

Genny was devoted to God, Jerry, her four children and seven grandchildren. Her favorite, frequently-spoken words to her grandchildren were “Love you to the moon and back!” She was an amazing wife, mom and grandma, who was so proud of her family. It brought joy to her knowing her family was safe and happy.

There were many passions in Genny’s life including Monday morning outings to the bank and grocery store, being outdoors sitting by the fire, mowing, gardening, working with her flowers and making people laugh. She would wind the day down on the deck or patio with a Busch Light in hand. Occasionally, she and the girls would make a special grocery store stop for “buns,” which meant happy hour. During her spare time, she enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, iPad games or catching a series on Netflix.

Genny was known for her extensive holiday decorating. Her favorite was Thanksgiving. She loved this time of year in which she brought her daughters to an annual apple and pumpkin-picking adventure to several orchards. She enjoyed researching new recipes, cooking, baking and making her special buns for the family. A simple gesture that Genny shared was welcoming all with the sweetness of her candy dish. Her famous words that she quoted quite frequently were, “This Day,” “Oh My” and “Oh Wow.” These words will be forever treasured!

Genny’s strength and support bonded her family together. All those with broken hearts will desperately miss her. As they feel left behind by this unexpected loss, the underlying love they shared with her is a true blessing they will cherish forever!

Genny is survived by husband, Jerry Riehle of Cresco and her children, Kimberly (Nick) Krause, and their children, Collin, Dawson and Caiden of Rochester, Minn.; Ronald (Sara) Riehle, and their children, Kennady and Avery of Decorah, Iowa; and Jenilee (Cory) Schnell of Cedar Falls, Iowa. 

She is also survived by son-in-law, Jody Gunderson, and boys, Benjamin and Alexander of Hamilton, Ohio; sister, Diane (Carl) Thompson of Bullhead City, Ariz.; sister-in-law, LaRita Pierce of Cresco; and many nieces and nephews.

Genny was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Kellie Riehle.