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Gordon Reinauer Obituary

Gordon Shelby Reinauer, 96, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, passed away April 13, 2023.
Born March 2, 1927, Gordon spent most of his life in New Jersey but 5 years ago moved to Blue Ridge to be closer to his son. He was an active member at his beloved St. Lukes 'The Parish Church of the Mountains' in Blue Ridge.
Mr. Reinauer was preceded in death by his son Donald Reinauer and is survived by his four children, Gordon Sandy Reinauer, Kathy Payette, Deborah Merlin and David Reinauer; six grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. Gordon will be greatly missed!
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the St. Lukes Parsonage fund.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News Observer from Apr. 26 to May 3, 2023.

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Sue Wullenweber

July 17, 2024

Sandy,
I was walking down memory lane and saw that your Dad passed away. Please accept my belated condolences. I am sure your memories of him are bringing comfort and smiles.
Fondly,
Sue

Elliott Thompson

September 21, 2023

I knew Gordon through Valley Forge Military Academy, my family bought our house in Ridgewood New Jersey from him in 1967. Gordon was my connection to VFMA/C I was a cadet for 5 years. I saw him often at Alumni Weekend, a real gentleman, RIP Gordon.

Judith Reinauer

June 6, 2023

Gordon will be missed. He was a caring father-in-law to me. Judy Reinauer

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