Ralph Reed Rinesmith was born Friday, August 19, 1927 in Columbus, Ohio .
he died Sunday, September 6, 2009. his recorded age was 82.
he was a veteran .
RINESMITH Ralph Reed Rinesmith, age 82, beloved father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at Kobacker House. He was a 1945 North High graduate and continued his support through the Alumni Mens Association. He also served in the U.S. Navy in WW II. Born August 19, 1927, he is preceded in death by his wife of over 30 years, Gloria, parents Ruth K. and Charles A. Rinesmith and brother John, killed in action serving in the U.S. Air Force, WW II. Survived by his son, David (Annette), London, Oh.; grandchildren, Reed and Olivia of London, Oh. and Stacey of Tenn.; friend and companion of 15 years, Dorothy Emswiler of Reynoldsburg. Friends may call at SOUTHWICK-GOOD & FORTKAMP FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3100 N. High St., 10-11 a.m. Friday, where a Memorial Service will follow at 11 a.m. Longtime friend, The Reverend Delano McMinn, officiating. Inurnment at Walnut Grove Cemetery immediately following the memorial service.