MSGT Patrick L. Reichert, Ret., 63, of Rulo, NE, passed away June 8, 2017 at Rulo. He was born August 30, 1953 at Hiawatha, KS to Leo and Patsy (Whalen) Reichert.

He married Peggy Clark in Spokane, WA.

Patrick was raised at Rulo and attended Rulo grade school, Falls City High School and Southeast Consolidated High School. He enlisted in the U. S. Airforce on December 6, 1971 at Omaha, NE. He served various places earning a Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Achievement Medal, Outstanding Unit Award, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Overseas Long Tour Ribbon and a Longevity Service Award Ribbon. He was honorably discharged and retired on December 1, 1992 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Following his retirement he lived in Spokane, WA and managed the D. A. V. Hall. He moved back to Rulo in 2008 where he worked at Casino White Cloud for the last 9 years. He was a member of American Legion Post #110 of Spokane.

Patrick is survived by his wife Peggy of Rulo, children, Sherry Simpson and her husband Charles of Washington, Christopher of Texas, Shannon Williams, sister, Pam Thompson and her husband Norman of Rulo and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 1:30 PM at Rulo Cemetery with Reverend John Hogue officiating. Military graveside honors by Falls City Ceremonial Honor Guard.

No viewing or visitation.