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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Carolyn Reincke
Carolyn
Reincke
Oct 18, 1938 — Jun 7, 2025
Carolyn Reincke's Obituary
Carolyn Edna (Scheiderer) Reincke
, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 7 at the age of 86. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on October 18, 1938, the former nurse epitomized the role of wife and matriarch and mastered the art of service.
A devoted mother to four children, Carolyn shared Jesus with them and dedicated herself to loving and supporting them. She exemplified her walk with Christ by faithfully singing in the church choir and volunteering at school events where her husband served. Carolyn found joy while gardening, and she found purpose and healing in counseling other mothers who had lost children.
Carolyn is survived by her twin brother, Carroll (Sharon) Scheiderer; children Tami (Mark) Fisher, John (Karen) Reincke, and Doug Reincke; her grandchildren Anna (RJ), Ashley (Kaleb), Alexis (Kevin), Malachi, and Lazarus; and great-grandchildren Benaiah, Olive, Sutton, and one expected. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Eleanor (Huge) Scheiderer; her husband, J. Neil; and her son, Mark.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 11, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at FairHaven Funeral Home. Carolyn will lie in state at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne on Thursday, June 12, at 10:00 am, followed by a service at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be contributed to Tuition Funds for Concordia Lutheran High School ( link to give ) and St. Paul Lutheran Grade School ( link - please choose "memorial" option ).
A devoted mother to four children, Carolyn shared Jesus with them and dedicated herself to loving and supporting them. She exemplified her walk with Christ by faithfully singing in the church choir and volunteering at school events where her husband served. Carolyn found joy while gardening, and she found purpose and healing in counseling other mothers who had lost children.
Carolyn is survived by her twin brother, Carroll (Sharon) Scheiderer; children Tami (Mark) Fisher, John (Karen) Reincke, and Doug Reincke; her grandchildren Anna (RJ), Ashley (Kaleb), Alexis (Kevin), Malachi, and Lazarus; and great-grandchildren Benaiah, Olive, Sutton, and one expected. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Eleanor (Huge) Scheiderer; her husband, J. Neil; and her son, Mark.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 11, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at FairHaven Funeral Home. Carolyn will lie in state at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne on Thursday, June 12, at 10:00 am, followed by a service at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be contributed to Tuition Funds for Concordia Lutheran High School ( link to give ) and St. Paul Lutheran Grade School ( link - please choose "memorial" option ).
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Funeral Services for Carolyn Reincke
Visitation
June
11
Wednesday
FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Second Visitation
June
12
Thursday
St Paul's Lutheran Church
10:00 - 11:00 am
Service
June
12
Thursday
St Paul's Lutheran Church
Starts at 11:00 am
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