Gerald Reichuber, 72, passed away on February 15th, 2018 at his home in rural Raymond, KS. Gerald was born in Great Bend, KS on March 28th, 1945 to Arnold Sr. & Francis (Hertach) Reichuber. He was a lifetime Rice County Resident graduating from Bushton HS in 1963. He then served 3 years in the Army Reserve. Later he worked as a meat cutter and inspector in the Claflin & Great Bend areas. He also worked for Superior Essex in Hoisington. Memberships include 60 years in the Knights of Columbus where he was 3rd & 4th degree member; and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Ellinwood.
Survivors include, wife, Sharon Reichuber; daughter, Abbie Reichuber; brothers, Leon (Marilyn) Reichuber and Arnold (Nora) Reichuber. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Ashley Reichuber; and sister, Patricia Shields.
Funeral Service will be 10:30 AM, Monday, February 19th at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein presiding. Burial will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, February 18th from 1-5 PM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood with Vigil service/Rosary that evening at 7 PM at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or Donor’s Choice in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.
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