Dean Emil Riechers, 88, of Darlington formerly of Belmont died on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013 at Lafayette Manor in Darlington.   Dean Emil Riechers was born on Aug. 5, 1925 the sixth son of Emil J. and Ada Louise (Wise) Riechers in Platteville. 

Memorial services were at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013 at Grace Lutheran Church, Darlington.  Private family burial was at Hillside Cemetery in Platteville.  Friends called from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday at the church.  The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family.  Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.