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1933

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2024

Ernst Reinholdt Obituary

Ernst Fredrick Reinholdt, age 91, passed away peacefully of natural causes at Mercy Hospice South - De Greef Hospice House on November 1st, 2024. A beloved husband, friend, and community member, Ernst was known for his warmth, kindness, and dedication to those he loved. He is survived by his devoted wife, Rosemary, his sister Maggie Myer, his daughter Lisa Oakes, his son Joseph and his wife Cathleen, his grandson James, his grandson Robert, his grandson Joshua Cullen and his wife Shanda Cullen, his great grandson Caleb Cullen, his sister-in-law Joanne Collison, his brother-in-law Edward Collison and their son Edward Collison Jr.

Born on September 12th, 1933 in New York, New York to Rosamunda and Fredrick who proceed his death. Ernst, the son of immigrants, joined the Army at the age of 23 and served for 2 years. After his service he eventually moved with his family to Saint Louis Missouri, where he eventually attained the status of Senior Staff Engineer at AT&T. He had a heavy passion for travel and loved Broadway shows, sailing and cats. His presence touched the lives of everyone around him, he will be missed.

Ernst's family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at de Greef Hospice House for their compassionate care.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Nov. 9 to Nov. 10, 2024.

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Joanne Collison

November 14, 2024

Dear Lanny and Michele. I wanted tell you how happy Rosemary was to know you responded to this obituary. Ernst had been looking for you for years. The last place he knew you lived was Georgia. He was not on Facebook so he did not have the option. It was nice to hear from you and others from Western Electric. I am Rosemary´s sister. She is not able to respond herself. Thanks again Joanne Collison

Joanne Collison

November 10, 2024

And I also want to thank you for all you did when our son William died. We were out of town and you took care things so I would not have to deal with them when we came home. I never never forgot it. And if you see William where you are please give him a hug from his mama. And my folks too

Jim and Kay Thomson

November 10, 2024

We have known Ernst and Rosemary for 50 years. Shared lots of fun and laughter during those cherished times. I am sure Ernst is in heaven with his camera around his neck ready to shoot. He will be greatly missed. Until later Ernst...Love Kay and Jim

Maxine Hart

November 10, 2024

I feel so lucky to have known Ernst. He was a gentleman and good person. I remember him as always taking pictures when we got together . I was so happy to get celebrate his 90th birthday with him and of course he was taking pictures.
So many good memories with Ernst and Rosemary
Prayers and thoughts with the family. Love Maxine Hart

Joanne Collison

November 10, 2024

Ernst, my dear brother in law, I knew you since I am 9 years old. Thank you so much for taking me and my parents so many places and including me and Sonny on your vacations through the years. You opened up a world of travel vacations I never knew. Thank you for helping with the new computer technology. Thank you for taking care of my sister even up to the end of your life. Enjoy your new adventure. You are missed by all of us. Joanne and Sonny Collison

Cathleen Reinholdt

November 10, 2024

You will be missed greatly. You got me through my father passing. Miss you! The best father in law a girl could ask for! Fly high. Love you!

Lanny Davies

November 10, 2024

I also worked for Ernie at Western Electric in Ballwin ,Mo. for many years. Lots of great memories about him and his family! Joseph may remember that I bought an old pinball machine him (Joseph). That pinball is still in my basement being played by my grand kids!

Our deepest sympathy to Rosemary and family. Lanny and Michele

Mike Tracy

November 10, 2024

Worked for Ernie at Western Electric/AT&T for years. He was the BEST!

Cole & Remonda

November 9, 2024

May Ernst memory be a blessing to you all.
Stay strong.
You all are in are heart and mind.

Remonda & Cole

November 9, 2024

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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