Joseph Walter Rykiel, Jr.
Joe was a life-long resident of the Grand Marsh area. He loved his peaceful home in the woods, working in his garage, NASCAR, and the BEARS, but above all, the love of his life, his wife of 45 years, Jeanne, his faithful pup Ollie, and his family.
Joe was a great man, who would go out of his way to help anyone if he could. He had an extraordinary talent for building and creating anything he saw a need for. He was an amazing cook and loved to share his Polish recipes. He was happy to pass on his skills to his children and grandchildren and proud to watch them grow and learn to be self-sufficient.
Over the last decade, he never gave up a day, miraculously rebounding time and time again. He had a bucket list and made sure he checked off each item. His family is thankful and blessed to have had the extra years with him that he fought so valiantly for.
He leaves behind, his wife, Jeanne Marie Rykiel (nee Parks), son, Daniel J Rykiel, daughters; Michelle L Rykiel-Hilt, Jeanette (Jason) Anderson, Jolene (Randy) Cochenet. His Grandchildren; Dallas (Zachary) Cayson, Devon Vinney, Aaron T. Frydrych, Jacob Rykiel, Kera Hyatt, Daniel L. Rykiel, Raelyn Anagnostopoulos, and Great-Grandson, Logan J. Cayson. His faithful friends: Toni and Karl Boettcher and many other extended family members.
A private memorial service will be held.
So sorry for your loss Jeanne and family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Our condolences to you and your family. Joe is at peace with the knowledge he was loved so much by his family and so many friends.
Michael & Pamela DeLambo
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you through these very difficult times. All the wonderful memories you have will always keep him with you. That, no one can ever take away.
My deepest sympathy to the whole family you are all in my prayers
So sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with you and your family!
To Joe’s Family, am so sorry for your loss.
We send our deepest and heartfelt condolences. Joe was great man. Your loss is very deeply felt. Our hearts go out to your family.
We send our prayers to you and your family Jeanne. I am so sorry, even though we knew some day it was coming Joe was a real fighter and just kept bouncing back to the astonishment of all. Lean on Jesus and as you know He will be with you. We love you.
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless your family during this difficult time.
My sympathies and prayers to Jeanne, Mike Rykiel, Birdie Johnson, and the rest of the family. Angels have guided Joe home to be pain free once again.
To all…You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Remember all the times you had. As they will be even better now.
Jeannie & family so sorry for your loss may God be with you . RIP Joey
So very sorry for your loss. May God give you strength through the following weeks. Your memories will keep him alive in your heart.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We only got to know this wonderful man over the last few years and were very thankful he had looked us up while working on some genealogy. We felt we had known him forever and loved his jokes and help on things. We will miss him deeply and appreciate him joining our families together.
Saying goodbye to someone you love so much is heartbreaking. May you find comfort in all the special memories shared with Joe. I’m so glad I got to know him.
Our hearts go out to your family for the loss of Joe. He will always be in your heart. God bless to your family.
So sorry for your loss. You have our condolences.
My dearest friend Jeanne, my heart goes out to you and your family. May God hold you close. Many prayers to you and your family.
I’m sorry for your loss
I count myself lucky to have been part of Joes Bucket list. If not for both Joey and Jeanne, Jeanette and Jason visiting last summer I would have missed the privilege of knowing and loving you all. I am so sorry Joe has left us. God has taken another wonderful member of our family. Prayers to all my cousins. Jeanne take time for yourself
Love you Debbie
Sorry for your loss Jeanne and children . May he rest in peace .
We are so sorry for the loss of our cousin Joe who reunited the Durant and Rykiel families. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Jeanne and all the family.
To all of the family you have our thoughts and prayers…..
May you rest in peace.
Love and hugs to you all. RIP Joe
So sorry for your loss. He is resting now and waiting to see you all in heaven. ❤
Jeanne and Family – My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Aunt Jean,Jeanette, Jolene, Michelle and Danny I am sorry for your loss. I’m glad I had gotten to see him before he went to the gates of Heaven to be with James and everyone else. I love you all. Love, Jen
So sorry for your family, and we offer our condolences. We would have tried to come down, but maybe later. You need this private time. Love you cuz!
Bob and Laurie, Jean, Dawn and Dave, Bill and Linda
Sorry for your families …god bless. Hugs & prayers.
So sorry for your loss! Joe is free and flying high with the angels! Prayers to all of you!
Michelle and family~So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Praying for peace and comfort. Hugs~♡
Sorry for your families loss
My sincere condolences to the entire Rykiel family. What a courageous fight, fly high ❤
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May he rest in peace.
We love you all and are sorry for your loss..?????
Jeanette and family I’m so sorry for the loss of Joe. May the memories you have help you through this tremendous loss.
So sorry for your lost. Sending love and prayers to your family.
We are praying for you all during this time of tremendous loss in your family! We know JESUS was in total control and holds you tight! We love you!
Love, Richard and Sherry Noble Family
So sorry for your loss. My god be with you in this your hour of need.
So sorry for you and your family’s loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all..