Wayne R. Rinehart
February 25, 1926 ~ November 14, 2011
Wayne R. Rinehart, 85, Greenwood, formerly of Mooresville, died November 14, 2011, at his residence. Mr. Rinehart was born February 25, 1926, in Glezen, Indiana, to the late Zack and Nettie (Kirk) Rinehart.
Mr. Rinehart graduated from Petersburg High School in 1946. He was professionally trained as a welder and pipefitter and worked for various firms through the years, the longest of which was Baker, McHenry & Welch. He also worked for Eli Lilly & Company at the Kentucky Avenue Plant, where he was instrumental in the completion of their project that helped to advance synthetic insulin. During the 1970’s, Mr. Rinehart was an active volunteer, coach, and board member for the Mooresville Baseball League. He was also a longtime member of the Petersburg Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Betty (Murry) Rinehart; son, Steve Rinehart (Elaine) of Indianapolis; daughter, Sue Rinehart of Indianapolis; granddaughters, Renee Rinehart, Emily Rinehart, and Sarah Gibson.
The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 19, 2011, at the Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, November 18, 2011. Burial will be in Nebo Memorial Park, Martinsville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I love ya Steve…and we’re praying for you and your family. Tim Long
I have not seen Wayne since I was a child but what I do remember is what a kind, soft spoken, hard working man he was. A man who always put his family as his first priority. THIS is the kind of guy I aspire to be. Steve, Sue, and Betty, I am so sorry for your loss…. I will pray for you all.
The Will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you. ‘God our Father , walk through my house and take away all my worries and illnesses and please watch over and heal my family in your name, Amen Betty, Steve, Sue and Family, I am very sorry for your loss.
We met Wayne and Betty five years ago when we purchased their house and property from them. Throughout the purchase we met two very interesting people who became part of our lives as their history was unfolded to us. The stories they shared with us about their lives, the house & property, and their family really touched us. Wayne struck me as a very kind person and loved his family. We would like to extend our sincere sympathy to Betty and the family at this time. Sincerely, Duane and Sheila Bishop
The picture posted was not what Wayne looked like at all. He was blown up to a terrible look, and the Rinehart’s are disgusted with the way he looks. We have sent out a better picture of him. If we somehow forgot to send you a better picture, please give me a call and I will be more than happy to send you a better picture. Thank you all for your kind words and support we are deeply thankful. By the way Chris my name has an ‘H’ at the end. SARAH!!! Phone number :317-850-2642