William “Bill” Henry Reitz
November 13, 1943 to August 1, 2026
Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Loving father of Catherine (T.J.) Determan. Dearest grandpa of Rain and Henry Determan. Beloved brother of Mary Barsos and Carl (Carolyn) Reitz, and brother-in-law of Hollis Reitz. Beloved son of the late Henry “Harry” and Henrietta (nee:Hefty) Reitz, former husband of the late Marian T. Reitz (nee: Meixner), late brother, Ronald F. Reitz, and brother-in-law, Peter J. Barsos. Our dear godfather, uncle, great-uncle, cousin, fraternity brother, and loyal friend to many.
Life & Legacy
Bill cherished time spent with his family and friends, especially his daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren. He was immensely proud to watch his granddaughter perform in dance recitals and to cheer on his grandson at basketball, soccer, and baseball games. He loved playing games, sharing his wisdom, and enjoying a relaxing afternoon on the back deck.
Bill attended St. Agnes Catholic School and graduated from St. Mary’s High School (Class of ’61), where he remained an active alum. He attended Harris Teachers College, earning membership in the Lambda Beta Lambda fraternity and regularly participating in meetings and social events. He continued his education at the University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou) earning a bachelor’s, and later at South Florida University, where he earned both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree.
Bill lived in Florida multiple times throughout his life and always loved returning to visit. In his younger years, he enjoyed snorkeling, spear fishing, and boating, taking several memorable trips on the water. His career at TWA fueled a lifelong passion for travel, allowing him to explore many countries. Closer to home, Bill loved meeting friends for meals, watching Mizzou football and St. Louis Cardinals baseball, or relaxing with a classic western movie. Bill was a passionate member of the local sports community, serving for many years as a softball umpire at several St. Louis parks, most notably Berra Park, Lindenwood Park, and Forest Park. He was a dedicated fan of Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals and live music, particularly the Compton Heights Concert Band. He also proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Services: Funeral from Kutis City Chapel 2906 Gravois Ave. Wednesday August 12, 9:30 AM to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church for 10:00 AM mass. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation Tuesday August 11, 4:00-8:00 PM.
Memorials
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to:
- Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
- Siteman Cancer Center