Steven Riedel

Steven "Steve" Riedel passed away peacefully at his home in Tewksbury Township, NJ on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Steve was born in Westwood, NJ on January 19, 1960. Steve may have only lived 64 years but he had a full life with many blessings. Steve was predeceased by his mother Jeanne Horton Riedel and father Harold John "Jack" Riedel. He leaves behind a wife Kathleen "Kathy" DiStasi Riedel, a sister Gay Riedel of River Edge, NJ, a brother Guy Riedel and his sons, Steve's nephews, James and Jesse in California who he was always so proud of. He also leaves behind two nieces he loved so dearly. Jessica Valerio who is recently engaged to Sergio Salamanca. Steve looked forward to their wedding, he will be there in spirit. Gina Valerio Sweetman her husband Garret Sweetman and their beautiful daughter, Steve's grandniece Summer who he adored. Steve looked forward to recreating the Barbie car photos and memories he made with Gina and Jessica as children when Summer was older. Steve also leaves behind an extended family in Germany. Steffi Kaeser was like a daughter to him, he loved her so much and loved her husband Chris, and three children Marius, Fabian, and Constantin and her parents Sebastian and Brigitte Walthers. He also is survived by his father in law and mother in law Art and Terry DiStasi of Park Ridge and Kathy's sister Lisa and her husband Mike Valerio, and Kathy's brother Arthur "Art". Steve enjoyed the holidays where both families would get together. Steve loved his home in New Jersey where he enjoyed gardening and the beauty and nature of Hunterdon County. He loved growing and eating hot peppers and using them in recipes. He would always share his peppers. Neighbors and friends looked forward to Steve's annual yield of a variety of hot peppers. He also had a second home in Vero Beach Florida where Kathy and he would visit frequently. They would often take long walks on the beach together. He was active in the community and loved by so many who were saddened by the news of his passing. Steve was incredibly smart and earned a perfect score on his GMAT. He would often read stories, books, or watch documentaries on history and mysteries of spiritual and celestial nature. He would share his knowledge with his many friends, cousins, and acquaintances sometimes whether they wanted to hear it not. This made Steve who he was and one of the reasons he was so loved. He cared so deeply for everyone he touched. He had a big heart and always wanted to help others and share what he learned and experienced. Steve enjoyed watching NY Rangers hockey, NY Giants football, and NY Yankees baseball. In his younger years, Steve completed a double century bike ride (200 miles in one day) in northern California. He also participated in multiple Montauk 100 mile bike rides. His family spent several vacations in Montauk that he associated with fond memories. He completed multiple five borough bike tours. He loved fishing at the beach and cooking up a meal of his catch. He and Kathy visited several countries and most states. Steve was energized by the beautiful scenery and old cathedrals and castles in Europe and surreal landscape in the United States. He was able to feel the vortex in Sedona. Kathy and he had many spiritual experiences during their travels. He believed in heaven and angels. He is with them now and will always be a part of those he touched. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects starting at 11AM on Friday, July 5th. A service will be held at 12:30 PM at Volk Leber Funeral Home, 286 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ, 07649. A lunch celebrating his life and sharing memories will take place immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Doctors without Borders.

Steven Riedel

January 19, 1960 - June 22, 2024