Duane Rieschick 1970-2024

Duane Alan Rieschick, 54, of Holton, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024.

He was born Oct. 3, 1970, in Holton, the son of Clyde “Wayne” and Theresa Colleen (Clements) Rieschick.

He was born and raised in Jackson County, graduating from Jackson Heights High School in 1989. He was a lifelong resident of the county.

Duane was a lifelong farmer and stockman; however, he also worked for Morton Buildings, P.T.M.W., building control houses for the railroad, and most recently he was working in sales for American Wholesale Lumber.

Duane married Jena Joan Jenson on Nov. 27, 1993, in Holton. She preceded him in death on March 11, 2011.

He married Robin Renea Martin on April 24, 2015, in Holton.

Survivors include his wife, Robin, of the home; his parents, Wayne and Theresa Rieschick of Soldier; four sons, Andrew Rieschick (Melinda) of Topeka, and Justin Rieschick (Michaela) of Wichita, and Sheldon and Marquez Conley, both of Holton; three stepchildren, Sarah Benedict of Wetmore, Anthony Martin (Megan) of Netawaka and Lucas Deppe of Mayetta; two sisters, Kindra Boehm (David) of Paola and Lisa Hill (Jason) of Clayton, N.C.; a brother, Kevin Rieschick (Julianna) of Wichita; six grandchildren, Faith, Mattie, James, Ava, Cora and Maddyn; and a great-grandson, Kingston.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow in Denison Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Duane will lie in state Thursday from noon until 6 p.m.

Memorials may be given to J.C.W.C. (Jackson County Wrestling Club), sent in care of Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com

(PAID OBITUARY)