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John H. Rinehart

  • September 23, 1926 - February 3, 2012
  • Smithsburg, Maryland
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“We were blessed to have John as a neighbor and close friend in Florida. The time we spent golfing, on a cruise, or visiting John in Maryland are...Read More » ”
1 of 27 | Posted by: Cheryl and Denny McQuillan - FL

“J.D. & family, We are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. ”
2 of 27 | Posted by: Rick & Billie Jo Kemmerer - MD

“My deepest sympathy to the Rinehart Family....John will be sadly missed by all of us who were blessed in so many ways by knowing him. He was a great...Read More » ”
3 of 27 | Posted by: Doris Cantner - Hagerstown,, MD

“Edna, JD and family: Ou sincere condolences on your loss. We will miss John and his frienship and sunny smile. We always looked forward to his...Read More » ”
4 of 27 | Posted by: Charlie & MaryAnn Etter - FL

“Papa John will be greatly missed. He never had a harsh word to say and was the only grandfather my children new. We love you Papa John We know your...Read More » ”
5 of 27 | Posted by: Tammy and Bill Ashby - Oakland, MD

“We will all miss John's cheerful disposition and fatherly advice he always so willingly gave when asked. See you Saturday. ”
6 of 27 | Posted by: Joanne & Jim Ashby - Oakland, MD

“Dear Gina, Jo Ellen, Mary, and JD; I am very sad at the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
7 of 27 | Posted by: Bill Grooms - Frederick, MD

“Dear Mary Edna, Gina, Jody and JD, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad! We are out of town for the winter so unfortunately I won't be able...Read More » ”
8 of 27 | Posted by: Kathy Smith Donzella - PA

“I enjoyed my time talking with John. I truly will miss him. ”
9 of 27 | Posted by: Bill Herrington - Connellsville, PA

“NSL, I am very sorry about your loss. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. With deepest sympathies, ”
10 of 27 | Posted by: CDR Morales - Yokosuka

“Our condolences to your family during this time of loss. There must be some beautiful apple orchards thriving in Heaven with all the hard working,...Read More » ”
11 of 27 | Posted by: The Butler Family - Germantown, MD

“Gina,JD,Jody,Mary Edna, Very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to the whole family. John was a good man, I always enjoyed speaking with...Read More » ”
12 of 27 | Posted by: Neal Bachtell - Hagerstown, MD

“JD So sorry to hear about your Dad. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Fox Trapper. ”
13 of 27 | Posted by: Greg Brown - Hagerstown, MD

“JD, We extend our sympathy and condolences to you and your family over the passing of your Dad. Find strength and support in your fond memories...Read More » ”
14 of 27 | Posted by: Greg & Mary Fries - Hagerstown, MD

“We offer our sincere condolences. We shall miss John. He was a dear friend. Dr.and Mrs Abdullah ”
15 of 27 | Posted by: A.F.Abdullah - Hagerstown, PA

“Dear Gina, Jo Ellen, Mary, and JD: I offer my most sincere condolencences to you and the Rinehart Family at this sad time. I hope that lots of...Read More » ”
16 of 27 | Posted by: Kirk Grooms - Hagerstown, MD

“We are so very sorry to hear of John's passing. His warm smile and pleasant personality will surely be missed. Our local area has suffered the loss...Read More » ”
17 of 27 | Posted by: Steve & Chris Lewis-Lewis Orchards - MD

“As a former schoolmate, of John's, I want to express my sympathy to everyone in the Rinehart family. Leardie Shifflett ”
18 of 27 | Posted by: Leardie Shifflett - Waynesboro, PA

“Dear Rinehart Family, Words can not express how deeply saddened we are over the loss of your dad. The Wishard family thought the world of him. He...Read More » ”
19 of 27 | Posted by: Jill Wishard McKenzie - PA

“Dear Mary Edna, Gina, Jo Ellen and JD. We send our deepest sympathy to your family. Your Dad was a kind and warm man. A real leader in the...Read More » ”
20 of 27 | Posted by: Cindy & Nelson Reeder - Boonsboro, MD

“We are so sorry to hear of his death and that we failed to get to see him as we have had health issues as well. ”
21 of 27 | Posted by: Frank and Yoshi Park - Orlando, FL

“Mary Edna,Gina Jo Ellen and DJ you have my deepest condolences in the passing of your dad. He was a silent leader in the Ringgold area. Always...Read More » ”
22 of 27 | Posted by: Denny Bayer - Knoxville, MD

“JD I have known and worked with your father for many years. He was a man with whom I could always call when I had a question on apples. He will be...Read More » ”
23 of 27 | Posted by: Gene Sine - Winchester, VA

“We at Knouse Foods all have fond memories of John. I personally will miss him and his warm smile when I visit the farm. May God bless you all in this...Read More » ”
24 of 27 | Posted by: Ron Myers - peach Glen, PA

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and comfort you. ”
25 of 27 | Posted by: Jim Schupp - Biglerville, PA

“We will miss you dearly, Papa John! ”
26 of 27 | Posted by: The family of William S Ashby - MD

“I will miss Mr. Rinehart's sweet smile. What a gentle spirit! My prayers and support to you, his family, during this time of grief and letting go. ...Read More » ”
27 of 27 | Posted by: Pastor Amy - Emmitsburg, MD


Mr. John Harvey Rinehart, 85, Smithsburg, MD, died Friday evening, February 3, 2012 in Leesburg Regional Medical Center, Leesburg, FL. He had been in failing health for the past three years. Born September 23, 1926 in Ringgold, MD he was the son of the late D. Eldred and Mary E. (Davis) Rinehart. He was a lifelong resident of Ringgold and in his later years lived part time in Leesburg, FL. Mr. Rinehart graduated with the 1945 class of Smithsburg High School. Following graduation he partnered with his father in the family orchard business, currently operating as Rinehart Orchards Inc. He was preceded in death by his first wife Elizabeth "Betty" (Kerfoot) Rinehart on December 20, 1979. He remarried on January 20, 1996 to Martha L. (Ashby) Rinehart. She died on September 27, 2006. Mr. Rinehart was a member of Waynesboro Church of the Brethren, Waynesboro, PA where he served on the church finance board and was a Mason for over 60 years as a member of the following organizations: Salem Lodge F. & A.M. Lodge #196, Smithsburg, where he served as Worshipful Master in 1957; Scottish Rite of Consistory and Royal Order of Jesters, both of Cumberland, MD; Hagerstown Shrine Club; and Hagerstown Chapter #89 Order of the Easter Star. He was also a member of Maryland Horticulture Society, B.P.O. Elks Lodge #378, Hagerstown and Rotary Club of Long Meadow, Hagerstown. He enjoyed boating, golfing and traveling. Mr. Rinehart is survived by three daughters: Mary Edna Leedy, Harrisburg, PA, Gina E. Ferree, Midlothian, VA, Jo Ellen Cornelius, Piney Point, MD; a son: John D. "JD" Rinehart, Smithsburg, MD; six grandchildren; one great-grandson; a sister, Mary Susan Elgin, Hagerstown; his companion Edna M. Naylor of Smithsburg; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, February 11, 2012, in Grove-Bowersox Funeral Home, 50 S. Broad Street, Waynesboro, with Pastor Amy Messler officiating. Burial will follow in Ringgold Cemetery. A Masonic funeral will be held by the members of Salem Lodge #196 at 11:00 A.M., Saturday morning, just prior to the religious service. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services, Saturday morning, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: The Shriner's Hospital for Crippled Children, 3551 North Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140; or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.bowersoxfuneralhomes.com