John Emil Riese

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, John Emil Riese, aged 80, passed away at home in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Predeceased by his parents, Karl and Monika Riese and his brother Ted. John is survived by his children, Tyler and Travis. Siblings, Marianne, Eleanor, Henry (Karen), Juliana, and Paul (Joanne). Remembering him also are his numerous nieces and nephews.

John was born in Winnipeg on November 20th, 1945, and grew up on the family farm in Marquette, Manitoba. He graduated with a Diploma in Agriculture from the University of Manitoba.

John was a man with many talents and skills. He worked on the family farm; he worked as assistant race secretary/racing secretary at numerous tracks across western Canada. However, his true passion was gardening. “Farmer John” had a special green thumb that could grow everything from the largest pumpkin at the Saanich Fair to grass on car bumpers. John had a strong love for animals; this was evident when he spoke of his best dog, Cash, and the gathering of wild animals that would congregate wherever he was sitting with his bag of carrots to feed any that were hungry.

When asked what people will remember most about John is that he was creative, articulate, witty and charming. He had a twinkle in his kind blue eyes and a sense of humor that engaged even the most casual of acquaintances. He was a diehard Toronto Blue Jays fan and never missed watching a game.

A small family service will be held in Selkirk date to be determined.

Rest in Peace Dad