Gary K. Reineke, 70, of Defiance, passed away December 11, 2015 at the Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center. Gary was born June 2, 1945 in Defiance to Karl & Mildred (Rymers) Reineke. On February 25, 1967 he married Mary Kay Finn who survives in Defiance.
Survivors also include his three Children; Julie (Jim) Nunns of Westminster, CO; Matthew (Laura) Reineke, of Defiance and Chad (Kelli) Reineke of Louisville, KY. Eight Grandchildren; Evan and Aidan Nunns; Haley, Hannah, Aubrey, and Brooklyn Reineke; Owen and Rhett Reineke. Brothers; Greg (Helen) Reineke, Defiance, Roger (Marilyn) Reineke, Cincinnati, Ohio and Doug Reineke, of Defiance. Preceding him in death were his parents and sister in law Cathy Reineke.
Gary was a dedicated employee of Browns Bakery for 33 years where he enjoyed providing quality service to his customers. Gary was even more dedicated to his family and friends. Over the years he officiated swim meets, coached baseball teams but mostly loved being the best fan of his children and grandchildren. Gary and his wife, Mary Kay enjoyed their time traveling especially to casinos, beaches and different sporting events. Gary was also a member of Zions Lutheran Church.
Friends may call at the Schaffer Funeral Home on Monday from 2-8 pm and one hour prior to the services at the Zion Lutheran Church, Defiance on Tuesday. Funeral services will be held at the Church on Tuesday at 11:00 am with Rev. Timothy Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church, or to the Defiance CHP. Condolences may be left at www.schafferfh.com.