Obituary: Randolph “Randy” E. Ryoti

Randolph “Randy” E. Ryoti, age 83, of rural Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026.  

Randy was born on December 6, 1942 in Marquette, MI, son of the late Erick and Marie (Dorie) Ryoti.  He was a graduate of Bishop Baraga High School, class of 1960.  He then went on to further his education at Northern Michigan University, class of 1965.  He then enlisted and served Our Country in the United States Army as a photographer.  After his service, he opened Randy Ryoti Studios in Marquette, Kincheloe Air Force Base and K.I. Sawyer for 12 years, while also operating the Frame Factory in Marquette.  At his 30th class reunion, he reunited with Sharon Dompierre.  He moved to this area to be with her, and they married on October 14, 1995 in Lark, Wisconsin.  They raised Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, while he worked at various places:  Michel’s, Fox Hills, Ariens Company, up until the Brillion Post Office was for sale.  Randy thought this was a great investment.  He and Sharon opened Randy’s Central and operated this well-known pizza place for 30 years until their retirement.  Having grown up in Michigan, he was a lifelong Lion’s Fan.  But above all, he loved his wife Sharon and his family.

Randy is survived by his wife, Sharon; children: Ray and Roxanne (John); grandchildren: Adam and Faith; Sharon’s children: Greg (Sandy) and Leslie (John); Sharon’s grandchildren: Isaac (Madison) and Samantha (Chris); his brother and sister-in-law: Ron (Jodi); and other relatives, along with several great-grandchildren.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws; and his sister: Rene’.

A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

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The Pielhop Funeral Homes of Brillion & Reedsville are assisting the family.