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RHINEHART, JOHN N. John N. Rhinehart, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Friday, August 22, 2014. John was born on March 5, 1930 in Silver Creek, New York, where he lived for twelve years working on the family farm. At age thirteen he moved to Chicago, Illinois where he continued his schooling until joining the Navy, at which time he served in submarine duty during the Korean War. After the war, he returned to Chicago, where he met and married Rosemary Hanson (Yanahan). John and Rosemary moved their family to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1956. John worked for many years in the aerospace industry as a jet engine mechanical designer at ACF, EG&G, and General Electric, until his retirement in 1992. John is survived by his daughter, Kathleen and his son, John P. Rhinehart; four grandsons, Dylan, Patrick, Jack and Kean; and numerous nephews and nieces. He is preceded in death by his wife, Rosemary; his sister, Jean; and his parents, Norris and Ethel. His family mourns the loss of his generous spirit, his infectious humor, his wisdom and compassion. He lived a full and happy life, enjoying his days traveling, attending soccer games, reading history and enjoying the company of his friends, family and grandchildren. The family wishes to extend their appreciation to Dr. Carl Lagerstrom M.D. of Presbyterian Hospital and the nurses of the Critical Care Unit and is thankful for the generous support of friends, family members and neighbors over the past months. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 29, 2014, 6:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. Friends may visit beginning at 5:00 p.m. Interment will follow at a later date. Pallbearers will be Dylan Rhinehart, Patrick Rhinehart, Jack Rhinehart, Kean Rhinehart, Thomas Parker and Greg Chant. The family suggests any memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association or Heathcare of the Homeless. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Rhinehart at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Thu August 28, 2014