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Daniel Reinhart Obituary

Daniel L. Reinhart, age 54, a resident of Colorado Springs since 1989 and formerly of Gladwyne, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at a local care center as a result of an automobile accident he had sustained nearly 21 years ago. He was a Senior Navigator with the United States Air Force and an engineer with UNISYS Corporation. Daniel Lee Reinhart was born on July 21, 1956 in Bayerfield, Germany to William and Eleonore (Bayer) Reinhart. He was a 1974 graduate of Harriton High School in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, and was a 1980 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy. He received his Masters degree in Software Engineering in 1987 from National University, San Diego, California. Dan was a sports enthusiast, playing varsity soccer, racquetball, and handball while attending the Academy, and loved long-distance running, participating in many marathons and events. In addition to athletics, he enjoyed leisurely activities such as reading science fiction novels, watching Clint Eastwood movies, studying astronomy, and honing his woodworking skills. Most of all, Dan will be remembered for his kind and compassionate nature and his love for family, friends, and life. He is survived by his mother, Eleonore Reinhart and stepfather Earnest Morris of Peyton, Colorado; two brothers: Harold “Rusty� (wife, Elizabeth) Reinhart of Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania; and Gary (wife, Amy) Reinhart of Merritt Island, Florida. He is also survived by his former wife, Suzanne Reinhart of Colorado Springs, who remained by his side from the day of the accident to his passing, his former in-laws William and Akiko Stice, sister-in-law Liz (Bill) Lancaster, and brother-in-law Wayne (Wendy) Stice. In addition, he is survived by a niece and several nephews, children he never got to know, but will grow up knowing their Uncle Dan was a wonderful man and how proud he would have been of them. Dan was preceded in death by his father in 2004 and his grandparents, William and Helen Reinhart, and Franz and Gertrude Bayer. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, November 12, 2010 at the Community Center Chapel at the United States Air Force Academy. Burial with military honors will follow at the USAFA Cemetery. Memorials in Dan's name may be made to the Brain Injury Association of America, 1608 Spring Hill Road Suite 110, Vienna, Virginia 22182.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 9, 2010.

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Harry Read

January 3, 2025

Dear Reinhart Family,
Please let me extend my belated condolences. I only just learned of Dan's passing. Dan and I were classmates at Harriton, but I knew him mostly from Boy Scouts (Gladwyne Troop 181). I remember Dan as very nice, easy to get along with, generous, diligent and kind--someone you could rely on. I'm saddened to learn about his accident and ultimate passing, and that his promising life was cut short. Clearly he was loved. - Harry Read

Skip Stecker

July 17, 2023

First of all my condolences to all the family and friends of Dan. I have looked for Dan for 45 yrs yes! I never thought to look in obits. Dan and I were roommates at our first duty assignment at 84th Fighter Interceptor Squadron Castle AFB Atwater, CA.
We became quick friends and both of us wanted to fly. So we both marched to Castle headquarters to take the AFO QT Air Force officer qualifying Test. We both scored well but Dan made the cut to be AFA class of 1980, me I had to go AFA prep school for a year. Brutal times in training in this where we lost contact. I resigned from AFA and returned to duty station till I left Military. I always wanted to see Dan and catch up with him because together we had big dreams. I would love to make cont with his family to learn about the rest of Dans life. My email is below

Misty D

November 16, 2010

I took care of Dan in the care center, such a great soul you could see it in his eyes

James Putman

November 11, 2010

Dear Reinhart Family,

I am saddened to learn of your loss. Dan became my very first roommate at the Air Force Academy on June 28, 1976. He helped me survive "First Beast" - the first three weeks of basic training - with a kind and selfless heart. His support continued through our Doolie year in the Tough Twenty Trolls squadron. His memory will always be with me.

James Putman
Class of 1980

November 11, 2010

Dear Reinhart Family: I had Daniel in my PE class at Harrison High School and I can remember him very well. He was one of my best students. My prayers go out to you. You did a great job with him. Well done! Coach Ross

Mike Pampush '80

November 10, 2010

First time I saw Dan on the soccer pitch at the Academy, I said, "He's a soccer player?" He proceeded to school me every which way and I said, "He's a soccer player!" Prayers to you and your family, Dan.

Mike McElwee

November 10, 2010

Dear Reinhardt Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Dan was always a fun and kind person. Always happy to discuss the latest Philadelphia sports news with me while at USAFA. It made me feel a little closer to home.

Bourke Family

November 10, 2010

Dear Reinhart Family:
So sorry to read of your loss. Please allow God's Word the Bible to provide you the comfort you need during this difficult time in your life.

John Notestein

November 9, 2010

Nothing but good memories of Dan at the Academy. My condolences to the family.

Bruce Fritz

November 9, 2010

May God bless you during the difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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