Theda Rasnick Riemann's Obituary
Theda Rasnick Riemann of Misenheimer, NC passed away December 29, 2023 at age 83. Theda was born April 12, 1940, in Clintwood, VA to her parents Napoleon and Eda (Eddie) Rasnick. She was the youngest of eleven children. Preceding her in death were her parents, her brothers Byron, Howard, and Tilden, and her sisters, Ida Belle, Marjorie Anderson, Essie Stallard, and Mozelle Steffey.
Theda is survived by her husband of 61 years Mike Riemann, children Neil Riemann (wife Maria), Lana Riemann-Royer (husband Hal), grandchildren Casey Riemann (significant other Quinn Harrison), Cammy Riemann and Ella Riemann-Royer, as well as her brothers Franklin (wife Lochiel) and Giles and sister Nila Brown (husband Doug).
Theda attended Berea College (Major in Business and Home Economics) and Ohio University (Masters in Home Economics/Textiles). She worked for the Employment Security Commission in Albemarle before beginning her life as an educator, first at Stanly Community College and Pfeiffer College (now University), and then at Albemarle High School and Albemarle Middle School, retiring in 2002.
Theda was a tiny person who was larger than life. She was smart and strong and funny and kind. She could do almost anything. Most of all, she could love you - deeply and fiercely and without measure. She always stood up for what she believed in and she always defended, protected, and supported those she loved, including all of the dogs (especially her baby, Lulu) and other small creatures.
Our family is grateful to Theda’s care team at Hospice of Davidson County for their devoted care, and to all of the family, friends and neighbors who have supported us. If you would like to honor Theda, please donate to Hospice of Davidson County, the Stanly County Humane Society, or The Falcon Trail. Or find someone in your life that you could love a little more unconditionally and do it like Theda would – with your whole heart.
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