Thomas "Tom" Rihner's obituary , Passed away on March 16, 2025 in Harlan, Iowa

Thomas "Tom" Rihner

February 4, 1935 - March 16, 2025 (90 years old)

Harlan, Iowa

Thomas "Tom" Rihner's obituary , Passed away on March 16, 2025 in Harlan, Iowa

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Heartland Funeral & Cremation Services

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Thomas "Tom" Rihner

February 4, 1935 - March 16, 2025 (90 years old)

Harlan, Iowa

Thomas Rihner Obituary

We bid farewell to Thomas Rihner (Harlan, Iowa), born in Shelby, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 16, 2025 at the age of 90. Thomas touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas Rihner to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilbur L. "Roy" Rihner and Bertha "Bertie" Rihner (Messerschmidt). He is survived by: his wife Joyce Rihner of Shelby; his children, Lori Andersen (Darin) of Council Bluffs and Gale Rihner (Pamela) of Shelby; his grandsons, Garrett Andersen (Maci) of Ankeny, Jake Andersen of St. Louis, Ben Rihner of Oklahoma City and Josh Rihner of Shelby; and his great grandchild Olivia Andersen.

Visitation was held on Thursday, March 20th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Heartland Funeral Home (1401 Garfield Ave, Harlan, IA 51537). A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 21st 2025 at 10:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church (406 Antique City Dr, Walnut, IA 51577).

Memorials may be directed to Carstens Farm in Tom's name.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Heartland Funeral & Cremation Services



Thu

Mar 20

Visitation

Heartland Funeral Home
1401 Garfield Ave, Harlan, IA 51537

Fri

Mar 21

Memorial service

10:30 AM

First Presbyterian Church
406 Antique City Dr, Walnut, IA 51577

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