Thelma E. Reitler
July 24, 1927 – May 25, 2024
A memorial mass will be said on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, 1628 East G Ave, Parchment. Friends may call on the family one hour prior to the service at the church beginning at 10:00 a.m. Thelma will be laid to rest next to Richard at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kairos Dwelling, in c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 96, passed away on Saturday evening, May 25, 2024. Thelma was born in Kokomo, IN, on July 24, 1927, the daughter of Joseph H. and Marie (Mullins) Kowaski. She was married to Richard Curwin Reitler who preceded her in death. Thelma was a member at St. Ambrose Catholic Church and VFW Post 6241 in Delton. Her family was very important to her and she loved cooking for them. She also enjoyed gardening and flowers. Thelma is survived by her children, Sue Ann (Larry) Boitnott, Carolyn (Kerry) Louden, Patricia (Bill) Mockaitis; son-in-law, James Sweeton III; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many friends. Besides her husband, Thelma was preceded in death by her daughter Mary Lou Sweeton; sons, Tommy and Michael Reitler; sister, Rita Decker.
Thelma had a heart of gold and big enough to love everyone she came to know. Like the flowers that bloomed in her garden, her love helped those in her life grow and bloom as well. Thelma, thank you for being a treasured friend. Love, Kate Barnes
Rest in peace Thelma. You were one of a kind. A true believer and friend to all. Bert and Bob Renauld
She had a beautiful smile whenever we met at church or at the store. I enjoyed talking to her. She was sweet and kind and was always friendly when we talked. Thelma radiated this kindness, and she left me with the thought, “this is how I would like to be.” She leaves a wonderful impression on me, and I shall think about her for the rest of my life. May GOD rest your beautiful soul.