St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Mourns Loss of Former Deputy, Community Leader

It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Gus Riess, a former deputy with the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office, who died overnight at the age of 86. Born and raised in St. Bernard Parish, he was a lifelong resident who dedicated much of his life to serving the community he loved so dearly.Mr. Gus proudly served with the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office for many years, beginning in...