Douglas Edgar Rhinehart, age 56, of Friendship, Wisconsin died April 3, 2011 at his home in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2011 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Father James P. McNamee and Pastor Anita Genrich will officiate. Cremation will follow the service and Interment will be at a later date at Easton Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home and again from 10:30 until the time of service on Friday, at the church.
Douglas was born October 3, 1954 in Reedsburg, Wisconsin to Philip and Janis (Bacon) Rhinehart.
He graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1972.
Doug married Jeanette Zentner on November 14, 1981 in St. Cecelia’s Catholic Church in Wisconsin Dells.
This marriage was blessed with two children Kelsey & Austin.
He worked for many years at UW Agricultural Research Station in Hancock and currently worked for Rhinehart Construction in Adams.
Doug enjoyed hunting, fishing, trap shooting, shooting pool, playing cards and taking trips to the family cabin up north.
He was a member of the Easton White Creek Lions and a former member of the National Wild Turkey Federation.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jan Rhinehart and father, Philip Rhinehart.
Survivors:
Daughter: Kelsey (Darrell Hall) Rhinehart of Coloma, Wisconsin
Son: Austin (Dayle Hover) Rhinehart of Friendship, Wisconsin
Mother: Janis Rhinehart of Birchwood, Wisconsin
Brother: Greg (Judy) Rhinehart of Coloma, Wisconsin
Brother: Jeff Rhinehart of Adams, Wisconsin
Brother: Dennis (Christine) Rhinehart of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Brother: Vernon (Becky) Rhinehart of Friendship, Wisconsin
Further survived by: many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends
Dougs family, I will miss Doug so much as will every one who knew him ,growing up with Doug an all the Rhinehart boys made for a wonderful colorful time and I would’nt of changed it for the world Doug will be so missed but is in heaven with his love Jan .
Kelsey and Austin,I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Also shocked that your loss of your Mom last year. I know how hard it is to lose both of your parents so close together. My prayer and thoughts are with you. I have never forgetten any of you. Seeing both of you grow into wonderful adults is heartwarming to me. I still look at old pictures and have some of both of you when you so small. Take care Love Juanita
Kelsey & Austin,
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our prayers and sympathies are with you during this very hardtime.
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers,thoughts are with you.
Very sorry to hear of the loss.Your family
will be in our prayers.
To Doug’s family – just want you to know how special Doug was to me. I will miss your dad and especially his Teddy Bear Hugs! Kissing Cousin Anita
Chris i am sorry on you loss. May god comfort your families.
Tothe Rhinehart family Janis and all the boys. Our heart felt sympathy is with you all. We are on our way home from Az. Our prayers are with you and all the loved ones.
To the Rhinehart family: My deepest sympathy to you for your loss. Doug was my neighbor during high school and a good friend. He was a kind spirit who I’m sure touched many in his short years here. May God give you peace. Classmate and friend: Susan Gilmore (Greenwood) Riverside, California
Kelsey & Austin–I am so sorry to hear about your Dad so soon after losing your Mom. Your Mom and Dad enjoyed life so much it was fun just being around them. My prayers and sympathies are with you during this very sad time.
Kelsey
So sorry to hear about your dad. I didn’t know your dad like I did your mom, but hold on to those memories, your mom and dad are now together and watching over you. May god bless you and your family.
Such a good guy. A perfect example of life not being fair. My sympathy to Janis, the kids, the brothers and the Rhinehart families. He will be very missed.
Kelsey & Austin,
Im so sorry for your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with you both.
My sympathy and condolences to the Rhinehart Family. I knew Doug as a classmate in high school. Nice guy with a pleasant disposition. Taken from this earth too soon. I hope your fond memories of him will ease your pain at this time.
Former Classmate, Mike Jurgensen, Arlington Heights, IL
To the Rhinehart Family-Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Doug was a very special person. He will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of calling him their friend.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Rhinehart family. I am honored to have Doug as a friend. I would not take a million dollars for the memories of growing up with Doug in Easton. It was the best of times, ever. Let the Lord carry you though these tough times and rest easy knowing that Doug and Jan are happy together again. Go with Gods love.
Kelsey, Austin and the Rhinehart Family. I have many fond memories growing up and visiting my cousins "the Rhineharts". Ah, Great times! I am sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there, but am unable to attend. May God bless you during this time of grieving.
Im so sorry to hear for your loss our prayers are with you guys at a time like this!!!!Again Im so sorry for your loss!!!My heart goes out to all of you and your family!!!!
Dear Rhinehart family ~ We are so sorry for your loss. Doug was such a kind spirit and will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to have known him.
Kelsey, Austin and the Rhinehart Family… We are so upset to hear of Dougs passing. 🙁
There is a special place in heaven for special people, and Doug has joined Jan there! Our deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss, and our prayers will be that you find comfort with family and friends …Renne, Joe, Chris and Tim
Kelsey and Austin and the Rhinehart family, We will miss Doug very much he was a very good friend. He and Jan are together now so I know they are happy. They will have a special place in heaven together. Anything that we can do please feel free to call.. You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of need.
Vern and Becky; I am so sorry on the news of Doug’s death. He will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Dennis Bubla
Austin,Kelsey, our prayers for your lost and thinking of you during this difficult time. May god bless you both.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will always remember Doug’s outgoing personality.
Sending my condolences to Doug’s family. He will be missed. You will always have the memories you created together. God Bless Doug’s family.
Vernon,
We are so very sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and all of your family.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Doug was a graduated in the same class as I did and I will always remember him as I always had to sit beside him because back in the day everything was alphabetical. He will be sadly missed and I will also remember Doug and Jan helping us to start the poker game at the Grand Marsh Corn’n Tater Festival about 3 or 4 years ago. They were great members of the community and will be sadly missed.
Kelsey & Austin: My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Your Dad always had a smile on his face when he would bring you into daycare. Hold on to the memories and find strength in your family.
To Janis and the Rhinehart family–My sympathy in your loss. I remember him as one who always was there to help. Dolores Barker
To the Rhinehart Family, My sympathy in the loss of Doug. I hope you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends.
Dennis and Chris, So sorry for your loss. Our Deepest Sympathy.
We live in AZ. for the last few years, so well be unable to be with you.
Kelsey & Austin: Thinking of you during this difficult time. So sorry to hear.
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You have our deepest sympathies. We will never forget Doug or Jan, they were both very special.
You’re in our prayers. I will always picture Doug with a smile on his face. Hold tight to your memories and remember that he & Jan will always be as close as your thoughts. God Bless.
Oh I am so sorry to hear of Dougs passing. I remember him from high school. He was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Gods speed Doug. Heaven has another angel…
So sorry to hear of his passing! You guys are in our thoughts and prayers!!
Kelsey Austin and family
Doug was a special guy he always had a joke or story to share he was a kind and gererous man. he will be missed by many of us.during these dark times hold his memories close and each other closer. long live the memories of doug
So sorry for your loss, Doug was an awesome person and he always put a smile on our face. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy to all of the Rhinehart family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kelsy, Austin and family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Doug was an amazing man always very friendly and fun. He will be missed by many.
Our deepest Sympathy to Janis & the family of Doug .
Kelsey and Austin-Know that you two are in my prayers, Uncle Doug was a great man. He is now in Heaven with Aunt Jan. I’m so sorry I can’t make it home, I would give my right leg to be home at this time. I love and miss you guys very much!
Jan/and family.. I did not know Doug, but my thought/prayers are with ALL of you
Rhinehart family:
So sorry for your difficult loss, Doug was great man, may you remember all the good times you had with him.Our thoughts are with you and your family.
To the Rhinehart family, Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. We simply adored Doug! We will never forget all the fun times we had growing up as Easton kids! He was such a gem and we will miss him so very much! Our sympathies.
May God help you with the beautiful memories of your father through this painful loss. Family will help you through this time of sorrow. Doug will be missed by all.
Kelsey, Austin and family; Our prayers are with you at this time. My you find peace in knowing that your mom and dad are together and watching out for you.
Rhinehart Family, Sharing your sorrow in the loss of Doug. People pass on, but their memory lives on in our hearts. Please know I’m thinking of you. Evie Johnston(York)
Kelsey and Austin Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Get your strength from all the nice memories your family has had together.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. He and Jan are back together as it should be.
Our sincere sympathy to all the family. Thoughts and prayers of old friends and neighbors are with you.
Janis and Family: My prayers are with you during this very sad time.
Margaret Myers
Kelsey, Austin and family, we are sorry to hear of your loss. You’re in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The Rhinehart Family:
Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Doug was a great man and will be missed by many! He and Jan are now in heaven together holding hands, and both of them are looking down at their children with smiles on their faces. All our love,
Lisa Gurecki and family
Shawn O’Neill
Kelsey, Austin, Janis & family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Doug has been a very good friend to our families for many years and will be greatly missed.
Austin, Kelsey,Janis & family-We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts & prayers.