10/07/2026
Rusty Reiter, age 79, of Broaddus, Texas, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026, at his residence.
A native of Florida, he had been a longtime resident of the Broaddus area and worked as maintenance superintendent in the petroleum industry. He was born February 26, 1947, in Palatka, Florida, to parents Vivian G. (Weaver) and Walland C. Reiter and was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving 1965-1968.
Rusty had a great passion for outdoor activities, especially hunting and fishing. He loved roping along with tending his Longhorn cattle and horses. So much fun and entertainment came from car racing and he spent many hours working on car restoration. One of his proudest accomplishments was his work to build the house that has been his family's "home" for the past several years.
His survivors include:
Wife, Betsy Reiter of Broaddus
Sons:
Keith Reiter and wife Diane of Timpson
Brad Reiter and wife Crystal of Broaddus
Sister, Judy Beach of Florahome, Florida
Grandchildren:
Sadie Reiter
Johnnie Reiter
Darian Hutto
Brittany Sample
He was preceded in death by his parents, Vivian and Walland Reiter; and three grandchildren, Austin, Brandon, and a Shana.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1pm Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Harvey Creek Baptist Church in Broaddus.
Interment will be at Sowell Cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 11am Saturday at the church.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
