Robert James “Rub” Riedel, Sr., age 89, of Gillett, passed away on Sept. 14, 2015. He was born on May 3, 1926 in Gillett to Fritz and Fannie Bess (Murry) Riedel. Rub was a life member, a director emeritus, and a hall of fame inductee of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. He was also a longtime cattle buyer and rancher. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Beatrice “Bea” (Barloco) Riedel; and a sister, Dorothy Hyatt. Rub is survived by his children, Rub Riedel, Jr. and wife Tina of Gillett; Renee Wheat and husband Than of Nixon; sisters: Shirley Senard of Gillett and Mildred Walters of Oklahoma City, Okla.; a brother, Dub Ayers of Gary; and numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.
A memorial service will be held Friday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. at Finch Funeral Chapel of Nixon with Brother Ed Griffin officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the San Antonio Stock Show Calf Scramble, P.O. Box 200230, San Antonio, TX 78220. The online guestbook may be signed at www.finchfuneralchapels.com.