BORN

1929

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel

5471 Far Hills Ave

Dayton, Ohio

Lewis REINHEIMER Obituary

REINHEIMER, Lewis Phillip 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 30, 2018. Lewis was born to Walter and Frances Reinheimer of Greenville, Ohio on July 9, 1929. He graduated from Greenville High School in 1947 and proudly served in the US Air Force during the Korean War from 1948 1952. He earned the Distinguished Citation Korean Service Medal and the Presidential Citation Medal for his exemplary service. After serving his country, he continued his education at University of Dayton. Lewis met the love of his life, Shirley, at the Maid Rite in Greenville and they married in 1953. Lewis was a manufacturing engineer at the Dayton Progress Corp for 38 years. Active in his retirement, he enjoyed working at Greive Hardware for another 22 years. Lewis was a golf enthusiast, a faithful fan of the UD Flyers, and the billiards champion of many Kettering Lathem Senior Center pool tournaments. Lewis continued to serve his compatriots as a recruiter for Honor Flight Dayton. He was a long time and active member of the Oakwood United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Shirley (Cottrell), and his sons-in-law Patrick Smith and Arthur Nabinger III. He is survived by his daughters, LuAnn Smith, Carin Nabinger, and Terri (James) Kerivan. He was blessed with four grandchildren: Colin (Katy) Smith, Cameron Smith, Spencer Kerivan, and Sophia Kerivan. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Patricia (Blair) Irvin. Lewis was kindness and warmth given form. He brought a positive spirit into every room he entered, and his smile left an indelible mark on our hearts. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Lewis's family wishes to express their deepest gratitude for the exceptional care he received from the Carlyle House and Heartland Hospice. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Lewis's memory to Honor Flight Dayton or the Oakwood United Methodist Church. The family will receive guests at the Tobias Funeral Home Far Hills Chapel, 5471 Far Hill Ave on Monday, July 16th from 4:00pm 7:00pm. The funeral service will be at Oakwood United Methodist Church 206 East Hadley Ave Oakwood, Ohio 45419 on Tuesday, July 17th at 11:00am. On line condolences may be sent to www.tobiasfuneralhome.com

Published by Dayton Daily News from Jul. 8 to Jul. 15, 2018.
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My Father served with him in Korea and Lewis and P.J. Boying came to San Diego a few months before my Father died in 2012 for a reunion. The three hadn't seen each other since Korea, 60 years. Such amazing, strong and sweet men. The Bradeen Family sends our deepest condolences for your loss. Lewis was such a nice man. Vickie Bradeen, San Diego CA

May 22, 2019

We are very sorry to hear of Lewis . Just sending a thought of comfort . 2Thess.2:16,17

July 12, 2018

Sally Miller

July 10, 2018

We have fond memories of Lewis' smiling face! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all

Robert and Anne Nisonger

July 9, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful, sweet man.

SHELLEY SCHMEER

July 9, 2018

Sorry to hear of Lewis' passing, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to his family. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us God is thinking thoughts of peace towards us, to give us a future and a hope. In the days to come may you find comfort in that hope.

July 9, 2018

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