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Michael Rininger Obituary
age 60, of Fiat, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at his residence. He was born August 2, 1956 in Dover to the late Lewis and Fanny (Vesco) Rininger. He graduated in 1974 from Tusky Valley High School and worked at Belden Brick in Sugarcreek for 30 years. He enjoyed playing Santa Claus in Ragersville for many years and had a love for motorcycles; especially his 1977 Bonneville Triumph. He is survived by his wife the former Nancy Baab whom he married June 21, 1997; 2 brothers Charles (Lisa) Rininger of Dundee and Todd (Patti) Rininger of Zoarville, his uncle Albert and Anna Veso of Beach City, sisters-in-law Kathy Freese of Sugarcreek and Sandy Mellinger and his niece and nephews Kel Rininger, Christopher Rininger and Josh Rininger. Friends may call on Monday from 5-7 PM at Smith-Varns Funeral Home in Sugarcreek. No services are planned at this time. To share a memory please visit the funeral home's website.
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Michele DeMeo Smart
July 20, 2017
will always remember louie fannie mike chuck and tod at my dads bar. those truly were the days.
Donna Albertson
July 17, 2017
I smile as i think of Mike as Santa at The Good House ... and when he took 90+ year old Aunt Marie on her first motorcycle ride. What a hoot! He was one of the most kind and caring men I have known and I was privileged to be his friend. He will be missed, but there are so many good memories that will live on ... my heart is with you Nancy and the rest of Mike's family ... may you find comfort and peace in the days to come.
Donna Albertson
July 17, 2017
I smile as I think of Mike as Santa at The Good House ... and when he took 90+ year old Aunt Marie on her first motorcycle ride. What a hoot! He was one of the most kind and caring men I have known and it was a privilege to be his friend. He will be missed, but there are so many good memories that will live on ... my heart is with you Nancy and the rest of your and Mike's family ... may you find comfort and peace in the days to come.
Tammie Pullins Tim LUNSFORD
July 17, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Darlene Pullins Martin
July 17, 2017
Prayers for comfort and strength. May the memories that you share bring many smiles and be a blessing in the coming days as you carry on life's journey without Mike.
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