OREGON — Gary Lee Reinke, age 60, of Oregon, IL., passed away peacefully early Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI, after a short illness.
Gary was born December 11, 1963, to Maurice Warren Reinke and Geraldine Lucille Carr Reinke. Gary loved many things in life. He especially enjoyed bike rides with his son Caleb. Gary and Caleb also had a great time playing video games. Gary had a passion for vehicles. His favorite thing to do in the summer was to go to car shows. If he was not at a car show, Gary was detailing his own car. Gary worked for Bemis Ford, Oregon, IL., detailing cars until they closed. Gary took up weight lifting and good nutrition. If he was not lifting or exercising at home, he would be working out at Nash.
Gary was a die-hard Bears fan, so whenever they played, Gary would be watching and cheering them on.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived and missed by his son Caleb Reinke, Oregon, IL., his brother David Reinke, Mt. Morris, IL., and special friend Tina Reinke., Oregon, IL.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Caleb Reinke, 202 Madison St, Oregon, IL 61061.
