Richard "Dick" Reinhardt
March 14, 1940 ~ October 20, 2020
Age 80 of Forest Lake. Loving Husband, Father, Papa, Brother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 20, 2020.
Dick started his career in corrections, and through his passion for helping others, opened PORT group home for at-risk youth in Brainerd, MN. After corrections, he enjoyed a long career as a small business owner, beginning with a hardware store to bike shops and small engine repair. He was a brilliant carpenter with the ability to fix anything. After retirement, he enjoyed working in special education as a substitute teacher where the kids called him "grandpa". He had many interests and hobbies, most notably, photography, hiking, reading books about ancient history and astronomy.
Preceded in death by parents, Herbert siblings, Patricia, James, Lee. Survived by beloved wife of 57 years, Joan; daughters, Heather (Afshin) Motalebi, Christine (Kamal) Mirsharif, Joanne (Jason) Lundquist, Leslie (Michael Lichey); grandchildren, Yasmine, Sophia, Cameron, Hannah, Ryan, James, Ashley; sister, Whitney Cramer; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Friday, October 30th with visitation beginning at 10:30 AM at St. Bridget of Sweden Catholic Church, 13060 Lake Blvd, Lindstrom. Private family interment at Calvary Cemetery, Forest Lake. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Forest Lake Lions Club.
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On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Richard’s military service to our country in the Navy.
Mr. Rinehardt helped me buy my first bike in my old age and then he taught me how to use a compressor to keep air in my tires. It was just like having my dad back again. He was so patient.He will be greatly missed. He was such a gentleman.
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Dick. We met him through the Lions club and he was such a kind person that we really enjoyed being around. He used to tune up our bikes and we always enjoyed a visit with him there as well. He will be missed!
Dad, all of the holidays you so carefully made so special for all of us. You always kept us so close and together as a family. You put so much love into all of the gatherings. You were the heart of our family. I will miss you so very much, and love you forever. We will keep all of your special traditions in our own families and our children will have these as well. Thank you, dad, for all of the love you gave so freely.
So many memories! I was blessed to have Richard as my father-in-law for many years ❤ 🙏 He was strong and thoughtful… wise and kind… he was always there for you when you needed help or advice. I will forever cherish in my heart the things that he did for me and for my family. His skills and knowledge helped finish a basement… remodel a kitchen… and always gift a brand new bicycle for Ashley’s birthday 🎂 💕 Richard, you were a true father to me and a wonderful Grandfather to Ashley. I will forever embrace the last few visits I was honored to have with you…sharing a cold beer together and helping you with some things you could no longer do on your own. I will forever miss you and I will forever carry your kindness and your spirit deep within my heart ❤
Great man with a passion for his family. Was always there to make every holiday and event special for everybody present.
The Bennett Family send our heartfelt condolences to the Reinhart Family. Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, Et lux perpetua luceat ei: Requiescat in pace. Amen
Joan, Your Sped family at Taylors Falls is thinking of you. We are sending hugs and prayers your way.
My husband and I will always remember Dick with gratitude for fixing our bikes after the bike rack broke as we were going down the road. He did a wonderful job! Praying for the repose of his soul and for peace to Joan as well. Sincerely, Deb and Kevin Van Sloun
Jo, Jason and James, We are sending you and your whole family love. Deep peace to you all. Love Mindy, Budge and John.