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Bruce Rinehart Obituary
LIMA — Bruce McClellan Rinehart passed away at 2:35 PM on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Lima Convalescent Home with his family by his side.
He was born on May 28, 1942 in Lima to Regina and Robert Rinehart, who both preceded him in death. On September 2, 1961, he married his first wife Josephine Sylvia Ball. They had three sons, Matthew, Matthias and Michael Rinehart. Then on October 17, 1981, he married his second wife Judith C. Gilbert, who preceded him in death on January 24, 2019.
Bruce graduated from St. Joe High School, Wapakoneta in 1960. He retired from RMF Industrial Contracting. Prior to RMF, Bruce worked for Tilton Corporation as vice-president of services.
He was a member of LU776, an American Red Cross instructor, a former member of the Bath Fire Department and Rescue Squad. Bruce was a former president of the Society of Safety Engineers and was a former member of the Lima Area Safety Council. He was a charter member of Registered EMT's. He was a member of the Shawnee United Methodist and a former member of its board. He was a former 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He proudly served his country in the US Navy and was a dolphin holder in the submarine service.
He is survived by his three sons Matt (Robin) Rinehart, Matthias (Kindra) Rinehart and Michael (Lora) Rinehart, all of Lima; his three step-daughters Linne Gilbert of Findlay, Lori (Rene) Campos of San Antonio, TX and Jody (Joe) Pinkerton of Dublin; his thirteen grandchildren; his brothers Bret (Karen) Rinehart of Minneapolis, MN and Mark Rinehart of Wapakoneta; his sisters Beverly Duff of Celina and Bonita Rinehart.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at Shawnee United Methodist Church, 2600 Zurmehly Road, Lima, with Rev. Bryan Bucher officiating. The family will also receive friends from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church.
Interment will immediately follow the service in Memorial Park Cemetery, where VFW Post 1275 and active duty members of the US Navy will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lima Convalescent Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Phillip Watts
March 20, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. May god bless all of you during this time in your life. Phil Watts and The TMI Crew.
Mark Billingsley
March 20, 2019
So sorry to hear about Bruce passing. I fondly remember the many times I worked with him on shutdowns. We had so much fun back then, Bruce was always on top of everything.
Always had a story or joke to lift your spirits. I miss men like him, including my father.
We will hold dear to us the times we remember with them.
Mark Billingsley
Bill Schuck
March 19, 2019
Rinehart Family,
My sincere condolences. Bruce was truly one of the good ones. Really glad I got the opportunity to know and work with Bruce. Our industry became a better and safer place with Bruce's help. I was fortunate to have him as a friend.
Shirley Billings
March 17, 2019
HI folks,
I soo sorry for your loss. Linda Neidemire just told me and we saw where Judy had died in Jan. We were not aware of it. Our hearts and prayers go out for you all.We will miss them greatly. Linda and I worked with Judy at Red Cross for many years and visited her at the nursing home. Bruce was so good in caring for her. God Bless them both. They fought a good fight.
Shirley Billings, Co worker and friend.
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