Jennifer “Jenny” Louise Reinhardt age 67, passed away on March 25, 2017, after a two-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing. Jenny was 67 years old.
Jenny Reinhardt was born in Glasgow, Montana on June 29, 1949, to Lawrence “Bill” Kemp and Evelyn Wagner. She attended Glasgow High School, graduating in 1967. After spending some time living in California, Ohio and Florida, Jenny returned to Glasgow and married Howard Reinhardt. They had three children, Stephanie, Tony and Nathan.
Jenny worked in retail at Sears and JC Penney. She also worked at the Valley County Library before moving over to the Courthouse where she worked first as the secretary for the Fair Board, Refuse Board, and Airport Commission. Jenny was later appointed to fulfill the remaining term for the Valley County Treasurer and was re-elected to that post. Jenny retired as the Treasurer in July 2014. She could not stay retired for long and returned to work part-time for the Airport Commission just months after retiring. Jenny enjoyed working with the public and providing the best customer service. She was very detail oriented and would often work extra hours to make sure the books were not off by even one cent.
Jenny was active in her community and the Methodist Church. She served on a number of boards including the Glasgow School Board, Library Board, & Fair Board. She was a member of Soroptimist Club, Hospital Guild and United Methodist Women. She most recently served as Treasurer for the Methodist Church. Jenny was very giving of her time and energy to these groups and other people. Jenny was a fantastic baker and took great pride in the fancy desserts and cakes that she would make for community functions and family. If you ask any of her children or grandchildren, they will all tell you that she makes the best sugar cookies they have ever tasted.
Jenny had seven grandchildren who were a source of great joy. She would travel anywhere and everywhere to watch them participate in their activities whether it be swimming, basketball, golf, dancing, or a school concert. Gramma Jenny was a true sport and became a camper and fisherwoman. She even learned to gut fish so that they could fry up their catch.
Jenny was preceded in death by her father, Bill Kemp. She is survived by her husband Howard and children Stephanie & Rett Hollar, Tony & Jenn Reinhardt, and Nate and Derin Reinhardt along with seven grandchildren Duncan, Morgan, Lily, Ella, Daegan, Walker & Maddox. She is also survived by her mother Evelyn Kemp and brothers Bob (Bonnie) Kemp and Ron (Margaret) Kemp as well has numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 1st, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Glasgow, Montana at 11 AM. Bell Mortuary is assisting with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday April 1, 2017
First United Methodist Church
500 1st Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday April 1, 2017
First United Methodist Church
500 1st Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Loren Nichols says
My condolences to the Reinhardt family. I will mess Jenny and the pleasure of getting to know her at the airport commission meetings.
Carolyn Bachtold says
My thoughts are with the family! Jenny will be missed by family and friends. I so admired Jenny’s positive attitude during these last two years.
Paula Hicks says
Our sincere sympathy to the family…she will be missed…such a nice lady…
Craig luse says
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prays will be with you.
Lorraine Hughes says
I am so sorry. Jenny was indeed a light in our community and such a fabulous person. I hope you’re great memories will carry you through your sorrow. With sympathy, Lorraine Hughes
Stewart Schmid says
Jenny will be missed by many people…including us. I have many fond memories of Jenny and the entire Reinhardt family; sending our love and condolences to all of you.
Stewart Schmid and Family
Shelley says
My prayers to Jenny’s family. I worked closely with her while she was the Treasurer and she always went above and beyond what was required of her. She was always so sweet and helpful. I will miss visiting with her. My heart aches for her family.
Nancy Grossman says
Nate I am so sorry to hear of you mom’s passing. Sending you my love and prayers. Nancy Grossman
Heather Moon says
Jenny was such a joy to be around … I worked in the appraisal office as the Area Manager. It was so much fun to visit her home. I have numerous Christmas decorations that came from her and I have so enjoyed having them .. I will cherish them all the more now.
Nancy Lierow says
Am so sorry to hear this. I had no idea that she was even sick. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Sending love and prayers to all the family. ?????
Nancy Lierow
Connie James says
Jenny was always a pleasure to be around. She was one of the most fun loving people I know, and one of those people who just make the world a better place. The world was richer due to her presence.
Terri Kunz says
Blessings and prayers to all of you. It is hard to lose a wife and a mother, grandmother. Take comfort in the memories and the blessings that God gives us to see our loved one again.
In deepest sympathy, a Soroptimist Sister (Helena), and Jefferson County Treasurer, Terri
Brad Mickelson says
We couldn’t have asked for a kinder, friendlier, more-considerate neighbor. We’ll miss you, Jennifer.
Barb Ketterling says
Heaven gained a beautiful and funny angel. RIP Jenny.. My thoughts and prayers to the family
Barb Ketterling- Fallon Co Treas
Bev McCurry says
A truly wonderful lady. Smart, talented, loving, kind………………..
Shirley Farrell says
So sorry to hear of Jennies passing. I remember her fondly and will keep her family in my prayers.
Bill Dreikosen says
Jenny had such a tremendous impact on so many myself included. I know my mom is smiling with her today. She was such a giver and as I remember when Jean passed it seemed like it was going to take an army of people to take her place on committees and boards she served and I know it will be the same for Jenny. Thanks for showing us what it means to come in second Jenny you were a great example for all of us to follow. May God’s peace and comfort be with your family in this difficult time. Bill Dreikosen
Kim Stellflug says
My thoughts and prayers are with Jenny’s family. I have such great memories of her from the fair every year, the library, and just getting to see what a great mom she was from my friendship with her daughter Steph. She always had time to stop and visit whenever you had to stop at the courthouse. She will be greatly missed in so many ways. Kim Stellflug
Leah (Runningen) & Lynn Erickson says
So sorry to hear about Jenny. She was a pleasure to know and have worked with.
Pam & Gordon Schmid says
Our thoughts are certainly for Howard and the kids but also the City of Glasgow has lost a wonderful community servant. Her motto, with a smile, was always “getter done” and Jenny did it. RIP our good and faithful friend.
Ryan Schmid says
My thoughts and prayers to the Reinhardt families. Jenny was such a wonderful and caring person. She positively impacted my life growing up in Glasgow, as I’m sure she did to others as well. She will be greatly missed.
Ryan Schmid and Family
Dan Girard & Family says
Jenny was a great neighbor to have growing up in Glasgow as a child. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Reinhardt family.
Billye Ann Bricker says
We were county treasurers at the same time towards the end of my term. Wish we had had a longer time together. She was very friendly & quite a comic.