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ROBERT REIMANN Obituary


'EIMANN ROBERT T. REIMANN Rear Admiral, US Navy Rear Admiral Robert T. Reimann, U.S. Navy, passed away June 29, 2014, He was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He was graduated from Boston University, College of Business Administration in 1958. Upon subsequent graduation from Officer Candidate School, Newport, RI, he was commissioned an Ensign in the United States Navy on May 1, 1959. His first assignment was the USS Gainard (DD 706). In January 1964, he was assigned as Executive Officer of the destroyer escort USS Van Voorhis (DE 1028). In August 1966 RADM Reimann was assigned to the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Washington, D.C. which was followed by assignment to the destroyer USS Charles H. Roan (DD 853) as Executive Officer. From July 1970 to January 1972, he commanded the destroyer escort USS Courtney (DE 1021). From January 1972 until August 1973, RADM Reimann commanded the frigate USS Garcia (FF 1040). Following command, he attended the U.S. Naval War College. In September 1974, he established and was the first Officer in Charge of the Surface Warfare Officer School Command Detachment in Coronado, CA. In August 1977, he was assigned dutiesas Executive Officer of the guided missile cruiser USS Chicago (CG 11). In April 1979, RADM Reimann reported for duty as Deputy Director OP 39 in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. RADM Reimann left this duty in May 1981 to assume duties as Executive Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Surface Warfare). RADM Reimann reported aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Gridley (CG 21) as Commanding Officer in January 1982. The USS Gridley received the Battle "E" while he was in command along with numerous other awards and honors. Following selection to Flag rank, he departed USS Gridley in January 1985 for assignment as Inspector General for Commander in Chief, U.S. Atlantic Command and U.S. Atlantic Fleet. RADM Reimann's next assignment was Commander Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific/Commander Naval Base Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. In July 1988 he was assigned as Deputy Commander of Surface Combatants, Naval Sea Systems Command. RADM Reimann assumed duties as Deputy Assistant Chief of Naval Operations (Surface Warfare) in December 1990. Upon retirement in January of 1993, RADM Reimann served on several Corporate Boards as a Military Consultant. RADM Reimann's personal decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (3), and the Meritorious Service Medal (3). RADM Reimann is survived by the former Iris Johnson of Holbrook, Massachusetts. He is also survived by their two children, Robert Jr. and Lynne Iris Schwarz and four grandchildren, Melissa Reimann, Iris Schwarz, Dayna Reimann, and Taylor Schwarz. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at Adams-Green Funeral Home, 721 Elden St. Herndon, VA 20170. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 17, 2014 at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 46833 Harry Byrd Hwy., Sterling, VA 20164. Interment to take place at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Fisher House Foundation, Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850. Email condolences may be made at adamsgreen.com adamsgreen.com

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 12 to Jul. 14, 2014.

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Steve MacPherson

July 17, 2014

I never called him Bob. Admiral Reimann was my Executive Officer aboard the USS Chicago (CG-11). He was extremely demanding and a constant headache for those who served below him. But, I learned a lot. He earned my respect and most of those who understood his drive for success. My sincere condolences as I would have loved to have met him one more time to thank him for turning around what was envisioned as a short time in the Navy to a Navy career and subsequent retirement. Thanks Bob....
P.S. He was a true competitor who hated that I beat him at Racketball....

July 17, 2014

Dear Iris and Family,
We have just learned of Bob's passing. We are so sorry for your loss.
We were honored to have known Bob. He will always have a special place in our hearts as a wonderful neighbor and friend.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Fondly,
The Heisman Family

Prange Family

July 16, 2014

My Dad, Cdr Eugene Prange, was also assigned to the Bureau of Naval Personnel in 1966. I believe the two were good friends and often golfed together. Your family is in our prayers.

Karen Benton

July 16, 2014

Iris he will be greatly missed.My deepest condolences.
Love, Karen Benton

July 14, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Psalm 65:2) during this difficult time.

Ryland Dodge

July 14, 2014

Iris and Family-
I saw the notice of your husband's passing in the Washington Post and wanted to express my condolences to you in this difficult time. I will try to attend the evening gathering in Herndon on Wednesday but in case I don't make it, I wanted you to know that I worked for the Admiral at Naval Base Pearl Harbor as the Public Affairs Officer in 1987. I found him to be a good teacher with a soft heart (beneath that tough exterior!). We played racquetball almost every day at lunchtime and got to be good comrades... he the mentor and I the student. He left a lasting impression on me as he took the time to listen when he asked for my input and rationale. I was a junior officer but always felt he gave me trust and respect. I know at times like this, we all tend to gain comfort in the reminiscences of stories from our past and just thought you might like a little feedback from one of his old-time shipmates. God bless you!

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