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William Joseph Riemke
William “Bill” Joseph Riemke, a resident of Kitty Hawk, NC, passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside on July 11, 2026 at the age of 78. Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Paula Terry.
Bill was born in Chattanooga, TN to Paul Joseph Riemke and Catherine Christine Robertson. After graduating from Paul G. Blazer High School in Ashland, Kentucky in 1965, Bill proudly served in the United States Navy as a Navy Corpsman for 5 years, obtaining the rank of Hospital Corpsman First Class.
In 1967, Bill married the love of his life, Cheryl Jean Hall, with whom they shared 59 beautiful years of marriage. Over a distinguished 40 plus-year career, he was known for his dedication and passion in the Ophthalmic Goods Industry in which he excelled at and received many accolades. Beyond his career, Bill possessed an unmatched passion for fishing and painting.
Bill leaves behind a profound legacy of love. He is lovingly remembered by his bride, Cheryl Jean Riemke; children, Yvonne Church (Jason) and Shawn Riemke (Kristi); three grandchildren, Mason Riemke, Mikaila Riemke, Carter Riemke; four great grandchildren; and two siblings, Cathy Hickey (Jerry) and John Riemke (Angie).
A Celebration of Life will take place at a future time and place. Condolences and shared memories may be left gallofuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.
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Yvonne, I'm so sorry for your loss, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace brother. We loved you and will miss you.
💟💜 👔🤓💎👁️🏡⌚💼🎣♥️💜💟 I love you Dad!! You will be missed beyond measure. Rest Easy
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Billy was a good man and will be remembered lovingly. You will all be kept in our thoughts.
Thinking fo Bill's family during this difficult time. Sending heart felt thoughts and prayers.
Rest easy uncle Billy. You will be greatly missed. ❤️❤️
Brother Bill you will forever be remembered and loved. May your soul soar with God’s angels.
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We lived at the end of Palmer Drive and remember his walks down to see our garden and chat several years ago.
Cheryl and Yvonne, So sorry for your loss. Just know you are being thought of at this time. We love you.
Grandpa, It’s hard to put into words what your absence feels like. A piece of my heart went with you, and no matter how much time passes, there will always be a place that belongs only to you. Thank you for every lesson you taught without even realizing it. Thank you for your strength, your patience, your stories, your laughter, and the love you gave so freely. The moments we shared may seem ordinary to the world, but to me they became some of the most important memories of my life. I promise I’ll keep your memory alive. I’ll tell your stories, remember your smile, and try to live in a way that would make you proud. Whenever life gets difficult, I’ll think about the strength you showed and remind myself that you faced your own battles with courage. Love, Mason
my sweet papaw, you will forever be the greatest man in my life. to watch you love my mimi, love your kids, grandchildren & great grandchildren has been the biggest blessing, right along side being loved by you. thank you for all your support, kindness & even your tough love at times. no one will ever compare to you. we will take care of mimi, dont you worry. love you always & forever, infinity.
Yvonne,Jason so sorry to hear of Yvonne' father passing. We will he praying for all of you during this difficult time. Love you both,Jeff,True
So enjoyed our time in painting class at the Dare Center Blessings to family and friends 🫶
Bill was in my art class and he gave me some very good painting advice. He was so nice and kind. Bill and his family are in my prayers.
Cheryl---the Virginia Tillett Center Staff and Congregate Participants send our most heartfelt condolences. Bill was such an extraordinary artist and was so kind. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Yvonne, I’m so sorry for your loss, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace brother. We loved you and will miss you.
💟💜 👔🤓💎👁️🏡⌚💼🎣♥️💜💟
I love you Dad!! You will be missed beyond measure. Rest Easy
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Billy was a good man and will be remembered lovingly. You will all be kept in our thoughts.
Thinking fo Bill’s family during this difficult time. Sending heart felt thoughts and prayers.
Rest easy uncle Billy. You will be greatly missed. ❤️❤️
Brother Bill you will forever be remembered and loved. May your soul soar with God’s angels.
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We lived at the end of Palmer Drive and remember his walks down to see our garden and chat several years ago.
Cheryl and Yvonne, So sorry for your loss. Just know you are being thought of at this time. We love you.
Grandpa,
It’s hard to put into words what your absence feels like. A piece of my heart went with you, and no matter how much time passes, there will always be a place that belongs only to you.
Thank you for every lesson you taught without even realizing it. Thank you for your strength, your patience, your stories, your laughter, and the love you gave so freely. The moments we shared may seem ordinary to the world, but to me they became some of the most important memories of my life.
I promise I’ll keep your memory alive. I’ll tell your stories, remember your smile, and try to live in a way that would make you proud. Whenever life gets difficult, I’ll think about the strength you showed and remind myself that you faced your own battles with courage.
Love, Mason
my sweet papaw, you will forever be the greatest man in my life. to watch you love my mimi, love your kids, grandchildren & great grandchildren has been the biggest blessing, right along side being loved by you. thank you for all your support, kindness & even your tough love at times. no one will ever compare to you. we will take care of mimi, dont you worry. love you always & forever, infinity.
Yvonne,Jason so sorry to hear of Yvonne’ father passing. We will he praying for all of you during this difficult time. Love you both,Jeff,True
So enjoyed our time in painting class at the Dare Center
Blessings to family and friends
🫶
Bill was in my art class and he gave me some very good painting advice. He was so nice and kind. Bill and his family are in my prayers.
Cheryl—the Virginia Tillett Center Staff and Congregate Participants send our most heartfelt condolences. Bill was such an extraordinary artist and was so kind. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you and the family.