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Ruth Rinehart Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 14, 2016.

Ruth Ann Rinehart, 74, of Evansville, is at home with her Lord and Savior and those who grieve her loss know she is at rest and at peace. She passed away Sunday, November 13, 2016, along with her son, David Rinehart, and granddaughter, Sophie Rinehart. She was born March 10, 1942, in Evansville, to the late Warren and Ruth Girton.

She was an active member of Crossroads Christian Church, participating in Crossroads Choir, Prime Time Senior Ministry, and Bible study group. She was also a member of NEA, ISTA, ETA, Phi Mu Alpha Sorority, SAI Music Fraternity, and neighborhood bridge club. Ruth Ann was also an accompanist at several area churches, a member of the YWCA board of directors, and actively supported the Evansville Rescue Mission. She was a vocal music teacher for EVSC, teaching at Harper and Dexter Elementary Schools. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Evansville College in 1964 and her Master of Arts in Music Education in 1968 from Indiana State University. She was an avid reader, gave private piano lessons, loved everything related to her family, and was the consummate grandmother. She instilled the love of music and the arts, not only to her children but to countless others.

Ruth Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Ruth Girton; mother and father-in-law, Cecil and Emily Rinehart; and brother-in-law, Richard Rinehart.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Gary Rinehart; son, Shawn (Hannah) Rinehart; daughter, Sara (Chad) Rinehart McAtee; daughter-in-law, Lucinda Rinehart; grandchildren, Tatem, Jonas, and Scarlett Rinehart, Ellison, Ayden, and Adler McAtee, Josie and Rylie Rinehart; brother, David Girton; sisters-in-law, Kathy Rinehart, Jan McCollum, and Kathy Hansen; brother-in-law, Lonnie Hansen; nieces and nephew, Megan Malchioni, Haley Girton, Katie Brucks, Christopher Hansen, Kristin Laszlo, Jenny and David Rinehart.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, November 17, 2016, at Crossroads Christian Church, officiated by Pastor Ken Idleman and Pastor Todd Bussey, with private burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends may visit Wednesday from 2:00 to 8:00 PM and Thursday from 10:00 AM until service time at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the David and Sophie Rinehart Memorial Fund at any Fifth Third Bank location. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.

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November 30, 2016

It was with a saddened heart that I just yesterday read of the terrible accident that claimed the lives of Ruth Ann and David and his daughter.

So many memories of the Rineharts and Girtons at Oak Hill Presbyterian Church during those years we all hung out together welcoming our children into the world. God has now seen fit to allow three more to enter into His Kingdom.

Please accept our heart-felt prayers and condolences. Words can err express all that has transpired. May God hold you in the palm of His hand can comfort you.

Paul, Sharon, Brandon, Maisie & Nathan Sluder
Jacksonville, FL

November 18, 2016

Mr. Rinehart and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your devastating loss, and extend our condolences to you all. Knowing that they knew Jesus and are now in His arms is a comfort that surpasses our earthly understanding. Our prayers continue for your family.
Julie, Cari, Sonya & Bill Lawton

November 18, 2016

Marc Fitzgerald

Sara,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.

November 17, 2016

Gary & Barbara Lehr

Gary & Rinehart family - we were so sorry to hear of your terrible loss.... May you always remember the good times during the coming days and they will bring you comfort.... May our Heavenly Father wrap His loving arms around each of you and bring you Peace that passes all understanding ... We remember Ruth Ann and David from our Oak Hill Presbyterian Church family...and you Gary teaching our daughters at Vogel.... All our Love & Prayers - Gary & Barbara

November 17, 2016

Matt Potter

Gary, Lucinda, Shawn, and Sara; I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope time will provide peace for you.

November 17, 2016

Matt Potter

Gary, Lucinda, Shawn, and Sara; I am so sorry for your loss. I hope time will provide peace for you.

November 17, 2016

John Scheer

Sorry for your family's loss. Ruth Ann's mother, Ruth Girton was a senior aide at my library, Willard Library back in the '90's, and Ruth Ann would come by for her mother on occasion. May it comfort you to know that we share your grief, and that the lord also is there in our time of need.
John Scheer
Willard Library

November 17, 2016

Cara Kulenkamp-Shreve

Mrs. Rinehart taught me to play the piano. She stuck with me once a week for seven years. Her love of hymns and Christmas music always stuck with me. Thank you. Praying for family.

November 17, 2016

Pam Blessing

Gary, my deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family at this time of unbelievable loss. I remember so well the support you and Ruth Ann provided to our children as they performed together and grew into such talented young adults. May God comfort all of you and give you peace in the days ahead. Prayers from an old friend....

November 16, 2016

Amy Sowders

May our Heavenly Father envelop the Rinehart family in His loving arms as only He can. Mrs. Rinehart was our daughters' music teacher at Harper, and my co-workers are part of the Castle and CMK families. Your pain is inexpressible, but we know that we do not grieve as the world grieves, without hope. Comfort and peace to your entire family until you are reunited for all eternity.

November 16, 2016

Marcia Schmidt

Dear Mr. Rinehart and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine what it might be like for you. Please know all of you are in my prayers. Sincerely, Marcia (Westenbarger) Schmidt (Vogel 1972-1980)

November 16, 2016

Jean & Wendy Becker

Ruth Ann was jewel. She played piano at Unity Church and we had the pleasure of knowing her and her musical gift. She spoke often about her son with so much love. She will be missed.

November 16, 2016

Cathy Hammerstein

Gary and family, We are so sorry for your tragic loss. We offer prayers and our deepest sympathy. Bud Linville and Cathy Hammerstein-Linville

November 16, 2016

Donna ,Robin ,Ronald ,Robert Parson

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God wrap his arms around you

November 16, 2016

Timberly Brinker

Gary, and family, I am so very sorry for loss. Gary, you were my teacher at Vogel many years ago, it breaks my heart for you and your family. You are in our prayers.
Timberly (Carner) Brinker and family

November 16, 2016

candace Nance

November 16, 2016

Candace Nance

To all of the Rinehart and Girton family I am so sorry for your loss. Ruth Ann did so much for her community and her students from when she taught at Dexter speak so kindly of her and remember what a great music teacher she was. May God be with you at this time when you celebrate her life on this earth.
Candace Nance
Boonville IN

November 16, 2016

Mike Farley

Gary, David, and family,

Jody and I are heartbroken for your loss. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling.

We are praying for all of you.

Mike and Jody Farley

November 16, 2016

Judy Hockett

My Dear David
I can't imagine the pain and loss of your family
But they are at Peace with our Dear Savior
GOD Heaven
Remembering You In Prayer
I Love You Dearly
JudyHockett

November 16, 2016

Mary Jane Robling

Dear Gary, I am shocked to find out about the terrible tragedy that has taken the lives of your family members. Please know that your fellow Vogel retired teachers and myself are here for you and let us know if there is anything we can do to be of help. My thoughts and prayers are with you and many good memories of time we spent teaching together. Mary Jane Robling, Ft. Myers Beach, FL

November 15, 2016

Nancy Freels Datzman

My sincerest sympathy and prayers for Gary Rinehart and his family. Mr. Rinehart, you were one of my teachers when I was a student at Vogel School (1971-1975).

November 15, 2016

Linda Stirsman

Mr. Rinehart,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how painful this is for you and your family. Mrs. Rinehart was a lovely and gracious lady. My prayers are that God will give you peace.

November 15, 2016

Vanessa Sumpter

Prayers for comfort and strenth from God to the family! I have great memories of growing up in the neighborhood with Ruth and David. It is a blessing to see how many lives you have touched!

November 15, 2016

Betsey Freyberger

I am praying for Gary and the whole Rinehart family! Ruth Ann was my music teacher and my piano teacher. She was a beautiful lady and is now making beautiful music in heaven.

November 15, 2016

DJ Ehlert

I am So sorry for your loss, I went to church with ruth Ann. She was truly an amazing person and she will always be missed, but always remembered. I will always love you; God Bless! read the Dash poem, gets me through all things, plus God is on my side!

November 15, 2016

Marisa Reising

Dear Mr. Reinhardt, I am so sorry to have heard of the passing of Mrs. Reinhart, your son and granddaughter. Mrs. Reinhart was the sweetest Lady and I always enjoyed when we stood outside between our two homes and just chatted. She spoke fondly of her grandchildren and you could see the love she had for her family. She will truly be missed. May the good Lord keep you and your family close in his heart and comfort you during this time of sorrow. You and the family are in my prayers and heart.

November 15, 2016

Randall and Erica Cooley

To the Rinehart family and loved ones, may you find peace in beautiful memories. You're in our many thoughts and prayers.

November 15, 2016

Tom and Jeanette Lacroix

We are praying for the entire Rinehart family. Please find peace and strength knowing that your loved ones are with the Lord.

November 15, 2016

Julie turner Armstrong

Prayers for your family .

November 15, 2016

Janie Gynn

Heaven has three more angels. I can only imagine how they are all dancing and singing before the Lord! Janie Gynn, Columbus, OHIO

November 15, 2016

Eddie, Laresa, Enso Tapia

Our condolences to the entire family. So very sorry for your pain.

November 15, 2016

April Keelin

Gary and family,
Praying for you. I did not know you well, but I knew David and Lucinda from KCC and Destiny. Just know you have been in our thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will carry you through this difficult time.

November 15, 2016

Cheri Spicer

Sister, I know you were met with open arms by Jesus and I know your Daddy and Mother were right beside Him.

Oh, Sister, I love you with all of my heart and soul and there isn't a day that passes without me thinking of something or seeing something that reminds me of you and all the years you were the light in my world.

Thank you for always loving me, accepting me and encouraging me. Thank you for letting me love and be a part of Davey, Shawn and Sara's lives - I will love them always. Thank you for being the closest thing to a sister that I ever had.

Rest in peace, Sister. I will love you always.

November 15, 2016

Cheryl Wright

Rest in Jesus Ruth Ann. You will be missed by all of your church families, especially those from Oak Hill Presbyterian

November 14, 2016

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