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Richard Reitkopp Obituary
Brighton: October 29, 2016 at the age of 83. Predeceased by his parents, Earl & Dorothy (Miller) Reitkopp; brother, Martin "Sonny" Reitkopp; brother-in-law, Claude Springarn. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Nancy Sandburg Reitkopp; daughters, Elizabeth Reitkopp (Darin) Young, Caroline (Peter) Landgraff & Sarah Reitkopp; grandchildren, Zachary, Vivian & Eli Young, Jack, Janie & Thomas Landgraff; siblings, Howard (Ellen) Reitkopp, Joyce Spingarn & Marilyn (Robert) Sanow; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Richard practiced law in Rochester for over 50 years.
Funeral Services will be held on TUESDAY at 11 AM at Temple Beth El (139 Winton Road South). Interment, Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends on TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY from 3-5 & 7-9 PM at 47 Oak Meadow Trail in Pittsford. Donations may be made to Temple Beth El, the Kidney Foundation or the Humane Society at Lollypop Farm in his memory. To leave a message of condolence, please visit:
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Lollypop Farm
November 1, 2016
Our thoughts are with Richard's family and friends at this sad time.
Hyla Levin
November 1, 2016
I was very sad to hear about the passing of Richard.
Richard was such a special person whom I loved and respected. I will miss him.
You are all in my prayers.
Lee and Mark also send their condolences.
Rhonda Maldonado
November 1, 2016
Liz,
I am truly so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
-Rhonda Maldonado
Elisabeth, Peter, Abby, Molly and Caroline Jacobson
October 31, 2016
Sending lots of love and prayers. Thinking of all of you.
Richard & patience Anderson
October 31, 2016
We are truly sorry for your loss are prayers are with the family
Fred Holbrook
October 31, 2016
I have practiced law for 50 yrs & frequently came in contact with Dick. Very nice guy & able attorney. My condolences to his family. Fred Holbrook
Henry Cohen
October 31, 2016
Richard Reitkopp was my lawyer. I will always remember his kindness and civility.
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