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- December 24, 2013
Francis E. Rinehart
Niagara Gazette
LEWISTON — Francis E. Rinehart, 81, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed from this life on Saturday, December 21, 2013 in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston, NY. Born on March 23, 1932 in Clearfield, PA, he was the son of the late Walter and Effa (Pierce) Rinehart.
Mr. Rinehart attended schools in Pennsylvania and came to Niagara Falls, NY at the age of 18. Upon coming to Niagara Falls, Francis began working for Hooker Chemical (Occidental), where he was employed as a Tank Repairman, retiring in the early 1990s. He proudly served in the United States Army, until his honorable discharge on January 31, 1961. On July 11, 1968, Mr. Rinehart married the former Shirley M. Malaney.
In addition to his loving wife, Mr. Rinehart is survived by two children, Cynthia (Paul) Kowalczyk of Niagara Falls, NY and Eric (Bev) Rinehart of Wellsville, NY; one step-daughter, Deborah Casey of Florida; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and a special nephew, James (Phyllis) Howell of South Carolina. Francis is also survived by many other nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one step-son, James Casey; one sister, Alice Howell; two brothers and one sister.
There will be no prior visitation. Private inurnment will be held in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery in Lewiston, NY. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007).
To leave a personal message for the family, please visit www.ottoredanz.com or www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries.
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1932 - 2013 (81 years)