Steven James Riel

Steven Riel, 44, a devoted husband, son, father and pepaw, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012, in Bedford. Service: 2 p.m. Saturday at Northwood Church, 1870 Rufe Snow, Keller. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Lucas Funeral Home, 137 E. Hill St., Keller. Steven was born to Alfred Riel and Anita Lutz Riel, Dec. 7, 1967. He grew up in Spring. He later married Christi Bennett, June 9, 1995. He was employed by American Airlines for 26 years. Steven was a member of Northwood Church in Keller. Survivors: Wife, Christi; son, Andrew Riel; daughter, Ashley Bennett; grandchildren, Alexis Bennett and Blake Ampofo; parents, Al and Anita Riel; brothers, Klaus Riel, Werner Riel and wife, Angela, and Richard Riel and wife, Sarah; and nieces, nephews, and extended family. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Steven James Riel please visit our Sympathy Store.