Jim Riedel

RANDOLPH – Funeral service for Jim Riedel, 89, of Randolph, will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, May 29, 2026 at the First United Methodist Church in Randolph. Officiating the service will be Pastor Judy Carlson. Burial will take place at Prospect View Cemetery rural Pierce. Visitation will be held from 4:00 - 7:00 PM Thursday, also at the First United Methodist Church in Randolph. Military rites will be conducted at the cemetery by the Tomek-Otto Post 72 American Legion of Pierce and the United States Army Honors Guard. Stonacek Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Jim passed away on May 24, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born March 28, 1937, to Henry and Lillian (Silhacek) Riedel. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army from February 1957 to 1959 as a member of the 101st Airborne Division. On May 10, 1960, he married Sharon Flesner in Pierce. Following their marriage, they lived in several communities before eventually making their home in Randolph. After his military service, Jim and Sharon owned and operated a local grocery store for 24 years, becoming a valued part of the Randolph community before retiring. Jim was deeply involved in community service, volunteering with the Randolph Fire Department for 27 years and actively participating in the VFW. In 2017, he was honored with the Outdoor Sportsman Award from Pheasants Forever. Jim enjoyed working with his brothers to raise produce on the family farm and had a deep love for the outdoors. He spent many years hunting, fishing, and golfing. If Jim wasn’t outdoors, you could often find him playing cards or shooting pool. He greatly cherished time with his family—whether on fishing trips, annual cabin vacations, holidays, or quiet Sunday afternoons filled with laughter and card games. Survivors include his wife, Sharon (Flesner) of Randolph; sons Scott (Deb) Riedel of Norfolk and Glen (Tammy) Riedel of Lincoln; daughter Jami (Bill) Fye of Randolph; 12 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sister Delores O’Neal; brother Val (Suzanne) Riedel; sister-in-law Janet Riedel; along with many brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Lillian Riedel; son Clayton Riedel; brother Robert Riedel; and his parents-in-law, Ben and Tollie Flesner; as well as several brothers- and sisters-in-law. The family wishes to thank all those who have shared in Jim’s life and memory. Jim will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his love of family, and the countless friendships he built throughout his life. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Condolences may be expressed to the family on-line at www.stonacekfuneralchapel.com.

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Jim Riedel

March 28, 1937 - May 24, 2026