James Edward Frank Rieman, “JR” age 82, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home in Burnett.
JR was born on April 8, 1942, in Dodge County to Merlin and Norma (Genrich) Rieman. After graduating high school in 1960 and trying out a few different jobs; family farming and driving truck for Hanefeld’s, JR began a 44-year career at John Deere Horicon Works before retiring in 2007.
On March 2, 1984, JR married Faye Adams at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon. He served as a volunteer firefighter for the Burnett Fire Department. He also enjoyed water fighting and softball at various fireman’s picnics through the years.
JR had a passion for snowmobiling and traveling. His work took him to many places; Yellowstone National Park, Alaska, Arizona, Florida. JR and Faye enjoyed traveling where they enjoyed Jamaica, Florida, along with many other places. He was a proud member of the TT Riders snowmobile club, where he was also part of the formation of the club. He also loved classic country music, coffee clutches, and solving puzzles in his free time. In retirement, he became the beloved "taxi driver" for his family, always willing to take loved ones to appointments and events.
JR will be remembered for his dedication to his family and community. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.
James is survived by his wife, Faye; children, Craig Polak (Jan Fox), Heidi (Dusty) Gerrits, Shana Schultz (special friend, Kevin) and Brian (Janel) Rieman; grandchildren, Will (special friend, Lauren) and Jake, Zachary (Lori), Trevor (Special friend, Hailey), Baylee (special friend, Ryan), Noah, Dylan and Logan, and adoptive granddaughter, Jade; great- grandchildren, Chloe, Amia, and Xavier; and his dear puppy, Zoe; other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister and brother-in-law, John and Patricia Fabisch; son-in-law, Matt Schultz; and very special dog, Chloe.
The visitation will be at Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. There will also be a visitation at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon on Friday, March 21, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The funeral service will follow at the church on Friday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial will be at Stone Cemetery in the Town of Burnett, Dodge County, Wisconsin.
The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is caring for the family. To leave online condolences, or for directions and other information, please visit our website at www.KoepsellFH.com.
