Jeffrey David Reitz

Jeffrey David Reitz, of Eaton Rapids, MI, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at the age of 62. Born on December 7, 1961, in Eaton Rapids, he was the beloved son of David Reitz and Nickie (Householder) Reitz Koos. Jeff attended Eaton Rapids Public School and Everett High School. He dedicated his career to varies types of maintenance work and landscaping throughout his career, retiring in 2020.

Jeff was a car and boat racing enthusiast, often attending races at Spartan Speedway and Mid-Michigan Motorplex. He cherished the outdoors, finding joy in kayaking, canoeing, and riding bicycles and quads.

He is survived by his mother, Nickie Koos; his children, Ryan (Diamond) Reitz, Michael (Jessica) Reitz, Krystin (Josh) Moore, Rachel Reitz, Angel Reitz, and Brandon Reitz; his grandchildren, Daisy, Linsey, Jacob, Wyatt, McKenna, Caiden, Stella, Josh, Brayden, Aubrey; his great-grandchildren, Blake, Kayden, Grayson, Nichole, and Ella Rose; and his sisters, Lesley (Edward) Murray, Cori (Denis) Pido, and Heather (Albert) Lopez. He is also remembered by several nieces and nephews. Jeff was preceded in death by his father, David Reitz; his stepfather, Charles Koos; his sister, Sue Reitz; and his infant daughter, Ashley Jo.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids, with visitation beginning at noon. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choosing, in memory of Jeff Reitz. To share memories or leave online condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.