Renate Riese
(79 years old)
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Renate Riese of Torrington, Connecticut, who passed away on August 29, 2025, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Renate Riese to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Renate's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Kurt Riese and Ilse Riese (Bruens). She is survived by: her sister Iris Barko; her brother-in-law Alexander Barko; and her sibling's children, Erika Fairlie and Alex Barko.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 5th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Gleeson-Ryan Funeral Home (258 Prospect St, Torrington, CT 06790). A burial will be held on Friday, September 5th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Hillside Cemetery (76 Walnut St, Torrington, CT 06790).