Charles William Ristau's obituary , Passed away on August 24, 2020 in Emporia, Kansas

Charles William Ristau

June 11, 1928 - August 24, 2020 (92 years old)

Emporia, Kansas

Charles William Ristau's obituary , Passed away on August 24, 2020 in Emporia, Kansas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home

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Charles William Ristau

June 11, 1928 - August 24, 2020 (92 years old)

Emporia, Kansas

Charles William Ristau Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Charles William Ristau of Emporia, Kansas, born in Saint Joseph, Missouri, who passed away on August 24, 2020, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ervin Otto, Sr. and Fern Francis Kohlasch Ristau; his wife Viola Verda Macke; his sisters, Betty and Phyllis; his siblings-in-law, Gene, Bloyce and Mildred; and his son-in-law Larry Thurston.

He is survived by: his children, David E. Ristau of Emporia and Judy Thurston (Rick Whitmore) of Emporia; his siblings, Ervin O. Ristau (Joyce) of Overland Park, Kansas and Nancy Condit (Bob) of Clayton, Indiana; his niece Maribeth Rasdall; and his pets, Oliver and Annie.

Due to county health restrictions, please practice social distancing at the cemetery.

Memorial contributions to the Buffy Animal Welfare Group or Holiday Resort Walkway Fund may be sent in care of Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home, PO Box 175, Emporia, Kansas 66801.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home



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Memorial Lawn Cemetery
2000 Prairie St, Emporia, KS 66801

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