Orval Leroy Riegsecker died on April 12, 2016, surrounded by family.

He was born April 29, 1927 to Louis and Della (Stutzman) Riegsecker. He married Lois Miller on August 13, 1950, and she preceded him in death on November 17, 2015.

As a youth, Orval was baptized and was a long time member of Central Mennonite Church, Archbold. He was devoted to his family and retired after many years of service as a livestock buyer, for Lugbill Livestock, Michigan Livestock Exchange, and most recently, United Producers. Orval was very passionate about his work and his customers' well-being.

Orval also enjoyed gatherings with immediate and extended family. He enjoyed playing games and having coffee with friends.

Survivors include his eight children, Ardis (Holmes) Stephenson, Monterey, VA; Delvin (Lora) Riegsecker, Archbold; Joetta (Rick) Pugh, Harrisburg, NC; Doneta (Bert Magana) Riegsecker, Columbus; Vonda (Dave) Smith, Curtice; Angie (Jeff) Wyse, Archbold; Amy (Al) Frey, Pettisville; Karla (Brett) Hatley, New Albany; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one brother, Donald (Mona) Riegsecker, Archbold; two sisters, Arlene (Wayne E.) Wyse, Stryker, OH; Shirley (Merle) Klopfenstein, Archbold; two sisters-in-law, JoAnn Riegsecker, Archbold; Donna Riegsecker, Archbold.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Louis Jr., Edward, Dale, Freeman, and Earl Riegsecker; three sisters, Mildred and Florence Riegsecker; Virgie (Stan) Aschliman.

The family recommends memorials be given to Kairos Prison Ministry or Mennonite Central Committee (MCC).