Mary Elizabeth Reinard, 87, formerly of Eden but most recently of 5215 Creedmoor Road in Raleigh, passed away Thursday morning, February 3, 2011 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC. A funeral mass will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, February 8, at St. Joseph of the Hills Catholic Church in Eden. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Reinard was born June 22, 1923 in Ironwood, Michigan, daughter of the late Barney and Kathryn Whalen Doherty. She was a US Marines veteran. Mrs. Reinard lived in Eden for 31 years and was an active member of St. Joseph of the Hills Catholic Church during that time. In 2007 she moved to Raleigh due to health concerns and resided at Magnolia Glen Retirement Community. During her residency in the Raleigh area she was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Surviving are her five daughters, Shirley Starr of Fayetteville, Diane Long of Aurora, Colorado, Marsha Jacobs of Fayetteville, Pamela Chang of Youngsville, and Stephanie Smith of Raleigh; 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and sister, Kathryn Cuseo of Melbourne, Florida. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Richard Reinard; and grandson, Shane Peoples. Visitation will be held Monday evening, 6 - 8 PM at Fair Funeral Home. The family would like to express a special thanks to Dr. Ojeda, nurses and staff at Rex Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion during their mother's final days. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 8300 Health Park, Suite 10, Raleigh, NC; or St. Francis Springs Prayer Center, 477 Grogan Road, Stoneville, NC 27048. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
To: Shirley, Diane, Marsha, Pamela, & especially Stephanie. We want to express our condolences to all of you in the lost of your mother. We thought so much of Mary and enjoyed her visits to our family reunions every time she came. She was indeed a very special lady & we loved her much. May it comfort you to know that her memory will always be cherished and she will forever hold a very special place in our hearts. Buddy & Faye Smith.
Buddy & Faye Smith
To my dear friend Diane Long and Family, I regret not having the opportunity to meet your precious Mother. I feel like I have known her for years through your loving stories. I always enjoyed making her skirts and seeing her choice of fabrics that described her sweet personality. Every stitch was made with love and her memory will remain in my heart forever. Thank you for sharing your beautiful Mom with me. Your friend Lillie Connors
Lillie Connors
Dearest Marsha,Pam,Stephanie and family, I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your wonderful Mother...From our days of growing up in Hawaii, I have such fond memories of all of the times that she so graciously allowed us to play and swim at your home. Her voice was always kind and welcoming,and her smile was genuine. I enjoyed talking with her and being in her company.... I pray that all of the beautiful memories you have of times spent together will be a source of strength and comfort to you now... With much love and warmest aloha, Melanie and David Rabiroff and Jennifer Deutsch-Kimbell xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Melanie Deautsch Rabiroff
To Pam,Stephanie and the rest of the family ... i know you all had the sweetest mother there ever was .. i used to work with you Pam many years ago when they owed mcdonalds ... both of your parents were great... your mom and i stayed intouch for many years after she sold the store ... Pam and Stephanie email me sometime would love to hear from you two .. rosie111653@yahoo.com ... may god be with you all in your time of need... love rose murphy
rose murphy
Diane,I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I still miss mine to this day - and will forever. My heart and prayers are with you. I will see you when you return to Colorado.
Ann Hession
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