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Arnold C. Rechsteiner Jr.
1928 - 2018
Arnold C. Rechsteiner Jr.
1928 - 2018
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BORN
1928
DIED
2018
Arnold Rechsteiner Jr. Obituary
Arnold passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at Brittany Manor in Midland, at the age of 89 years. The son of the late Arnold C. and Ella (Lang) Rechsteiner was born December 8, 1928 in Kawkawlin, Michigan. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Monitor. Arnold retired from the Bay County Road Commission. He enjoyed farming, splitting wood and playing cards.
Left to cherish his memories is his wife the former Maxine C. Schnell whom he married October 9, 1948 in Trinity Lutheran Church of Monitor; his children, Jane Rechsteiner and Jen Brooks, Sally and Randy Clarke; his daughter-in-law, Jan Rechsteiner; his grandchildren, Steven and Shaundry Rechsteiner; Ryan and Ann Rechsteiner, Kyle Rechsteiner, Jaime and Jessica Brooks, Janice Gargulinski; ten great grandchildren; his brothers, sister, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, John Rechsteiner, Joseph and Kathy Rechsteiner, Louie Rechsteiner, Irene Rechsteiner, James and Karen Rechsteiner, Daniel and Carol Rechsteiner, Rose Rechsteiner, Janece “Babe” Rechsteiner, Roseanne Rechsteiner and Larry Grove. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, David Rechsteiner; his granddaughter, Heather Clarke; his brothers and sisters, Benjamin Rechsteiner, Lilly Morgan, Nelly Scherzer, Frank Rechsteiner, LeRoy Rechsteiner, Harry Rechsteiner and Nancy Grove. The family would like to extend a thank you to the nurses and staff at Brittany Manor.
Funeral and Committal Services will take place on Monday, October 1, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church of Monitor. Officiating will be Rev. David Sherry with interment in Fremont Cemetery. The family will be present at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Sunday to receive family and friends from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Arnold will be taken to the church on Monday to lie in state from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. Those planning an expression of sympathy may consider donations to Trinity Lutheran Church of Monitor Building Fund or Trinity Lutheran Church of Monitor Athletic Fund.
Erin Butler-Peven
October 12, 2018
Jane,
I am saddened to learn of your father's passing. I am keeping you, Jen and the kids in my prayers.
Harley Burk
September 29, 2018
Maxine, Jan, Jane, and family
My deepest heartfelt sympathy and sincere Christian condolences go out to you at this difficult time. Rest assured that Arnie now rests in the loving arms of his Savior with no more pain or difficulty. He fought the good fight of faith and has received the crown of Life. God bless you and be with you as you remember him and continue in the Hope of our blessed reunion in Heaven with him and those who have gone before. Harley Burk
connie rechsteinet
September 28, 2018
He was a kind, caring, wonderful Uncle of mine...who will be missed immensely...
Tina Leinberger
September 28, 2018
To All of Arnold's Family
Very sorry for your loss. My husband John worked with Arnold at the Road Commission. He would give him glads to bring home to me and my girls. He also brought them a few kittens over the years. Very kind man. May all your memories give you comfort now and always.
Tina Leinberger
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Kay Meyer
September 27, 2018
Sad to read about your dad's passing. I think of him every time I see glads. Prayers to you all for your loss.
September 27, 2018
Jane and Jen, We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Keith & Peggy Lockhart
The Staff of Gephart Funeral Home
September 27, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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