Andre “Andy” E. Riopel

Andre “Andy” E. Riopel, 82, of Rhinelander, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. 

Surviving are his siblings, Lucy Palm, Viv (Tom) Stevens, Ed Riopel, John (Kathy) Riopel, Yves (Ruth) Riopel, and Robert Riopel. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucien and Marie (LaCasse) Riopel, wife, Kathy, brother, Gerry (Michelle) Riopel, and sister-in-law, Cheryl Riopel.

Andy's request was to be cremated and that there would be no services.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hildebrand Funeral Home & Cremation Specialists, 24 E. Davenport Street, Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501, 715-365-4343. Everyone is invited to leave an online condolence at http://www.hildebrandrussfh.com.