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Carlton Reinshagen Obituary
Carlton "Carl" Reinshagen, a lifelong area resident, died suddenly on May 7, 2008 as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was 84.
The son of the late Karl and Grace Smith Reinshagen, he was born December 21, 1923 in Bethel, NY.
Carl was a member of the Claryville Reformed Church and the Consistory of the Dutch Reformed Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran and belonged to the Russell D. Sprague American Legion Post #109, Liberty, NY.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia Bernhardt Reinshagen, at home: two sons, Clifford Reinshagen of Pasadena, CA and Kenneth Hessinger and wife, Donna of White Sulpur Springs; four daughters: Joyce Decker of Accord, Patricia Reinshagen of Monticello, Carrie Karsch and husband, Will of Parksville and Laurie Marrone of Hawthorne, NJ; one sister, Marie Hiemel of Green Island, NY; eight grandchildren: Renee Decker, Amy Stetka, Robert Decker, James and Edwin Hessinger, Melody Marrone, and Sarah and Heather Karsch; seven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three brothers: Herman, Alfred and Edward Reinshagen.
Visitation will be held on Monday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Claryville Reformed Church in Claryville, NY. Funeral services will be at noon at the church with the Rev. Lorena Parrish officiating.
Burial will take place at Claryville Cemetery following the services.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Claryville Reformed Church, PO Box 175, Claryville, NY 12725.
Funeral arrangements are by Ramsay's Funeral Homes, Inc., 275 S. Main St., Liberty, NY; 845-292-7160.
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Robin And Sherman Kimmons
May 11, 2008
Dear Carrie and Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. He was truely one of the most honest,good hearted, hard working person that I have ever met. He had done some repair work in our home a couple of years ago and I can tell you honesty if all repairmen had his spirit and integrety, The world would be so much nicer. To have had him as the patriarch of your family must have been an awsome honor. I pray that many wonderful memories and Gods comfort will bring you and your family through.
Red & Donna Donovan
May 10, 2008
Pat and family; No words can convey our sorrow for you. He had a great run on life doing what he needed to do until the very end. May the memories that you have comfort you for now and always! We were blessed to have him live on the street.
Donna Sisco
May 10, 2008
Pat and family, Our hearts go out to you along with our prayers. So very sorry to hear about your loss.
Love
Donna and Ken Sisco
Bob Decker
May 10, 2008
Dad will always be remembered for his smile, warm heart, and readiness to help friends and family. He will be so deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
Ginny and Bob Hunt
May 10, 2008
Pat and Family--sending our love and sympathy-so sorry to hear of your loss
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