Alfred C. “Al” Reif was born on February 3, 1942 to Alfred A. and Clara (Polzin) Reif, and entered into heavenly rest on October 15, 2025, with his daughters by his side.
He was born in Hoisington, KS and raised primarily in Osborne, Kansas, graduating from Osborne High School in 1960. He enlisted in the Marine Corps, married Anne Gilmore in May 1964 and served in Vietnam as a mechanic. He remained active in the VFW, American Legion, and Marine Corp League throughout his life and was proud of his service to his country. He worked with veterans to ensure that they received the benefits they had earned and touched the lives of many. Al was a vital part of the Osborne community serving on the county commission, his parish council, and city council.
After residing in Bakersfield, CA; Lawrence, KS; Topeka, KS; and Owensville, MO, he and Anne returned home to Osborne in 1976 and began their refuse business, C & R Sanitation. Al always went above and beyond in each aspect of his business. He sandblasted, welded, made dumpsters, repaired his trucks, and made sure that his routes were run with efficiency.
Al and Anne had 3 daughters, Anastasia, Allison, and Amy. He would give Anne most of the credit for raising them, but he was always there for important events, games, and teaching moments. He supported them even after they had left home by becoming involved in their children’s schools and activities.
He adored his grandchildren, Luke (Natusko) McDaneld, Sam McDaneld, Kelseigh (Elijah) Figgs, Ethan Figgs (Halie), Christopher Simmons, and Katherine Simmons and loved to visit them whenever he got the chance. It was even better when they would come to see him and explore the town where Papa Al lived. He never knew a stranger and was happy to talk to anyone and many remember him for his teasing and joking.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Anne; his parents, in-laws, and five of his siblings. He is loved and remembered by a host of family and friends.