John Edward Rueger
September 23, 1952 - October 23, 2020
John Edward Rueger, 68, of Evansville, IN passed away Friday, October 23, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born September 23, 1952 to the late Ida (Brandt) and Kenneth Rueger. John graduated from North High School in 1970. While in high school he worked in the family business, Franklin Rueger Corporation, before starting Franklin Speed Shop. While growing up John enjoyed riding dirt bikes and had a passion for street cars. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. John is survived by his daughter; Laura (Joe) Sitzman, grandsons; Ethan Pyle, Austyn Pyle and Caden Sitzman he loved them fiercely and was very proud of them, sisters; Susan (Chris) Watson, Sherri (Mark) Godwin, Kristie (Jeff) Provines; a brother Kenneth Rueger, and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ziemer Funeral Home Central Chapel 626 North First Avenue, Evansville, IN 47710, with a funeral service at 1:00 pm. With burial following at Locust Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, 6500 Technology Center Dr. Ste. 100, Zionsville, IN 476077, or the Vanderburgh Humane Society 400 Millner Industrial dr., Evansville, IN 477110 Condolences can be made at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com
John Edward Rueger, 68, of Evansville, IN passed away Friday, October 23, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born September 23, 1952 to the late Ida (Brandt) and Kenneth Rueger. John graduated from North High School in 1970.... View Obituary & Service Information