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Lillian Risheill

  • May 15, 1916 - March 14, 2011
  • Fort Collins, Colorado
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“When the Risheills first moved to Ft. Collins, they were our neighbors. Their kids,Marie and Curley became immediate friends of my brother Brad & I....Read More » ”
1 of 10 | Posted by: Bruce Frye - arvadaWe, CO

“I enjoyed working with Lillian and her Extension Homemaker Club. Many memories. Carol J Schultz, CSU Larimer County Extension Family Agent,...Read More » ”
2 of 10 | Posted by: Carol Schultz - Janesville, WI

“Linda and I wanted to share our sympathies with the entire family. I always enjoyed the times we were working with Lillian on her (home) transactions...Read More » ”
3 of 10 | Posted by: Rick Koentopp - Fort Collins, CO

“We are sorry to hear about our Great Aunt Lillian's passing. We have her and all of the family in our prayers. We have very fond memories of the...Read More » ”
4 of 10 | Posted by: Jan Reitnauer Herbst - FL

“Lillian was very proud of her family.I send a blanket of peace and comfort to each of you individually and collectively.It was a privilege to share...Read More » ”
5 of 10 | Posted by: Nellie - CO

“Aunt Lillian was the greatest and leaves me with many wonderful memories, especially my 4th of July visit a few years ago. All of the Fiero clan will...Read More » ”
6 of 10 | Posted by: Sandy Zajdel - Hillsboro, OR

“A long life well lived; you are all in our thougths and prayers. Tom & Louise ”
7 of 10 | Posted by: Thomas Fawell - Aurora, CO, CO

“Lillian was a fabulous, vibrant woman. As a SAINT driver, I was priviledged to drive her to her hair appointments and back to Rigden. She always...Read More » ”
8 of 10 | Posted by: Karen McKissick - Fort Collins, CO

“My heart aches for the loss of Aunt Lillian and will miss her greatly. She was a wonderful lady to be around. My prayer to the family is that you...Read More » ”
9 of 10 | Posted by: Cathy Miller - Jackson, MI

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. We are missing you but so happy that you are now Home with God. ”
10 of 10 | Posted by: Dorothy Masarik - Jackson, MI


Lillian Risheill died on March 14, 2011. She was born on May 15, 1916 in Jackson, MI. Lillian lived in Jackson until she started following her husband, Rick, around the world as he served in the Army for 20 years. She retired from CSU after 25 years of services and was an avid Ram Fan. Lillian was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church and enjoyed her church circle. Her other interests were Home Demonstration Club and Questers. She was an accomplished and prolific knitter. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Rick, three siblings, an infant great-grandson, and a grandson-in-law. She is survived by her daughter, Marie, and sons, Curly, Bill (Glenice) and Don (Barbara). She is also survived by eight grandchildren and a sister, Margaret Foster (Richard) of Jackson, Michigan. Memorial Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 17, 2011 at the Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment at Resthaven Memory Gardens. A reception will follow at 2:30 p.m. at the Rigden Farm Senior Living. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Salvation Army or Senior Alternatives in Transportation (SAINT) in care of Resthaven Funeral Home, 8426 S Hwy 28, Fort Collins, CO 80525.