John Francis Reihl, age 72, passed away on October 7, 2018 surrounded by his loving family and friends. John was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, resided in Delaware County, and then retired to Palmetto, Florida 12 years ago. John was a civilian employee for the Philadelphia Ship Yard. John celebrated his 44th year of sobriety this month. He was a jokester and always said if you saw someone who did not have a smile give them yours.
Two brothers; Thomas and Harry Reihl precede John in death. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Bernadette Reihl; 2 daughters, Lisa Lewis (John) and Denise Skyes (James); 6 grandchildren, Brian, Thomas, Michael, Amanda, Morgan and Nicole; 8 great grandchildren; 2 sisters; Theresa and Peggy and 1 brother, Joe.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Groover Funeral Home in Ellenton, Florida. A Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at 11:30 am at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Palmetto, Florida
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to St Jude’s Children Hospital.
