Jeremy Chad “Jim” Riles
Jeremy Chad “Jim” Riles, 50, Lake Mills, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. A visitation was held Wednesday, June 9, at Schott Funeral Homes-Mittelstadt Chapel, Lake Mills. Cremation was held after the visitation, with inurnment at a later date.
Jeremy Riles was born Feb. 20, 1971 in Austin, Minn., to parents Tim and Roxie (Nemitz) Riles. He attended and graduated from Emmons High School with the Class of 1989.
Following school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp, serving from 1989-1993. He served during the L.A. Riots and Desert Storm. Jim’s adventure-filled life ended too soon due to ALS, and he’ll be cherished by all who knew and loved him.
Jim was united in marriage with Stacy Ann Larson, June 10, 1994 in Mantorville, Minn. Initially the family made their home in Emmons, Minn., and moved to Lake Mills in 1996, where they’ve resided ever since. Jim was employed at Winnebago Industries, Forest City, for over 27 years, recently resigning due to his health.
He loved his bike trips with his wife, Stacy. They have so many memories together on his bike. Jim organized “The Rock Run” every Memorial weekend for his family and friends. Later, he organized “The Park Run” for everyone who loved to ride and enjoy the beautiful parks he liked to visit. He also had many memories riding to his father’s place in Wisconsin. Rain or shine, he was always on two wheels.
Friends will remember Jim for his infectious laugh and smile. He loved all of his friends, younger and older than him. His friends will hold their memories of Jim close to their heart.
Jim’s kids were lucky to have a dad who showed them the importance of family, who taught them common sense, and who instilled values such as love, strength, and respect. Jim loved to play games, go on rides, and spend late nights around the bonfire with his kids. Because of Jim, his children have grown to be who they are today.
For Stacy, Jim was her everything: her best friend, her husband, support system and comfort. Their intense love for each other was always shown, even without any words spoken. She will miss him deeply and forever.
Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Stacy; five children: Chastity (Brent) Drescher, Albert Lea, Minn.; Tanner (Kati) Larson; Lake Mills, Spencer Larson, Lake Mills; Brody (Alex) Riles, Albert Lea, Minn.; and Chaden (Josie) Riles, Lake Mills; six grandchildren: Ryder, Trystan, Bella, Brix, Aubrielle and Andi; his mom and stepfather, Roxie and Todd Marpe, Emmons, Minn.; siblings: Jacy (Jason) Dilly, Lake Mills; Zach (Grace) Marpe, Emmons, Minn.; Sara (Jourdan) Ingledue, Emmons, Minn.; and Nicole (Brad) Edwards, Hollandale, Minn.; along with many other relatives and a bunch of friends.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Tim Riles, in November of 2020; and his brother-in-law, Andy Larson.
