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In Memory Of

Walter E. Reinke, age 89, of Townsend formerly of Helena

September 26, 1925 – May 2, 2015

Born September 26, 1925, passed away May 2, 2015 at the age of 89 years old. Walter served our country in the Navy during World War II. Walter married Dorothy Middlestead on June 5, 1948.

Walter and Dorothy had many great things in common, Walter loved gold mining, camping, being with friends and family, and his best buddy Thomas his cat!

Walter will be missed by his wife Dorothy, Brother Cecil, and all his many other relatives and friends.  The family would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Kathleen Trapp and the staff at the Broadwater Wellness center for the great care Walter received.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 7, 11:00 a.m. at Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Fort Harrison. Reception will be immediately following service in the family’s home located at 14 Elk Horn Road, Townsend, Montana. All memorials can be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project, c/o MT Supporting Soldiers, P.O. Box 4964 Helena, MT 59604.

Service Schedule

Graveside Service

11:00 a.m.

Thursday May 7, 2015

Montana State Veterans Cemetery

Fort Harrison

Helena, Montana

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Reception

following the graveside service

Thursday May 7, 2015

Family's Home

14 Elk Horn Road

Townsend, Montana

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Service Schedule

Graveside Service

11:00 a.m.

Thursday May 7, 2015

Montana State Veterans Cemetery

Fort Harrison

Helena, Montana

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Reception

following the graveside service

Thursday May 7, 2015

Family's Home

14 Elk Horn Road

Townsend, Montana

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  1. Bev Roope says

    May 6, 2015 at 8:20 am

    Dorothy, so sorry to hear about Walters passing. I always enjoyed visiting with you two and hearing about your life adventures, your love for each other was beautiful. Take care of your self.

  2. Corrina Middlestead-Stanley says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:30 am

    Dorothy, mom and I wished we would’ve been informed so we could’ve tried to be there for you. We just heard the news today. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With much love – Corrina

  3. Janet Middlestead says

    May 13, 2015 at 4:10 pm

    Dorothy I am so sorry for your loss our though and prays go out too you.I wish i had no we would of been there for you with hug’s from Janet & Roy

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Service Schedule

Graveside Service

11:00 a.m.

Thursday May 7, 2015

Montana State Veterans Cemetery

Fort Harrison

Helena, Montana

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Reception

following the graveside service

Thursday May 7, 2015

Family's Home

14 Elk Horn Road

Townsend, Montana

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