Dennis Reichert, 74, of Affton, Missouri passed away on December 28, 2021, under hospice care for Parkinson’s and cancer in the home of Monica Nagle and son, Mike Reichert. Dennis was born 3/4/47 in St. Louis, son of Marshall and Margaret Reichert. Dennis is survived by his son, Michael (Valerie) Reichert, Monica Nagle, brother, Ken (Kris) Reichert, niece, Emma Reichert, nephew, Steven Reichert, cousins, and friends. He is proceeded in death by his parents and infant sister, Michelle. Dennis attended Epiphany of Our Lord Grade School, St. Louis University High School and St. Louis University, graduating cum laude. Dennis served his country in the United States Marine Corps, Vietnam, ’66-68, Purple Heart, and injured further recovering at Great Lakes Naval Hospital. He declined the “Honor Flight” saying, “Oh, that’s for the others” … he was mistaken. He retired after 20 years as a Federal Investigator CPA for the US Department of Labor, employed previous years as a CPA. Dennis was a long-time member of St. Catherine Laboure Church; a long-time volunteer at St. Catherine’s St Vincent de Paul Society, Circle of Concern Community Charity, Valley Park, Mo., always helping and caring for others and even opened his home to homeless and persons in need. He also was a long-time member of several swing dance clubs in St. Louis. Dennis enjoyed being with family and visiting with classmates with whom he got together regularly. Kutis Funeral Homes Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois, St. Louis, is in charge of arrangements. Visitation: 1/12/22, 12:00 -1:00 p.m., memorial service 1:00-1:30 p.m. Internment to follow with Military Honors at Jefferson Barracks 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Dennis requested memorials be made to St. Catherine’s St. Vincent de Paul Society or the Circle of Concern, 112 St. Louis Ave, Valley Park, Mo 63088.
A man of quiet dignity. How lucky were we to know him? In God’s loving arms.
A man of quiet dignity. How lucky were we to know him? In God’s loving arms.
Dennis was a kind, generous man who had a special place in his heart for those in need.
Dennis was a kind, generous man who had a special place in his heart for those in need.
Semper Fi Marine. May God keep you close. Doc Noah H2/5 1967-68 Vietnam
Semper Fi Marine. May God keep you close. Doc Noah H2/5 1967-68 Vietnam
My friend my Marine who lived to serve others. May God hold him close to His heart as I will always. Rest in Peace my friend.
Jeanie
My friend my Marine who lived to serve others. May God hold him close to His heart as I will always. Rest in Peace my friend.
Jeanie
Dennis had a generous and dependable manner about him. He will be missed
Dennis had a generous and dependable manner about him. He will be missed
Dennis had a Heart of gold and generous man. He will be missed at the Epiphany Reunion. Rest In Peace.
Dennis had a Heart of gold and generous man. He will be missed at the Epiphany Reunion. Rest In Peace.
Dear Dennis- you were with us a few short years as a retired federal employee- NARFE chapter 2071 , meeting monthly at Young’s Ice Cream Parlor and Grill in Valley Park. He never mentioned being a decorated Marine. He helped us in whatever needed to be done. We appreciated him like a brother and will miss him dearly. Rest in peace , Dennis, you deserve your heavenly rest- no more pain or crying here!
Dear Dennis- you were with us a few short years as a retired federal employee- NARFE chapter 2071 , meeting monthly at Young’s Ice Cream Parlor and Grill in Valley Park. He never mentioned being a decorated Marine. He helped us in whatever needed to be done. We appreciated him like a brother and will miss him dearly. Rest in peace , Dennis, you deserve your heavenly rest- no more pain or crying here!
May Dennis experience the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Thanks you for your gentle and calming manner. You will be missed
at our NARFE monthly meetings. Rest in Peace throughout eternity.
May Dennis experience the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Thanks you for your gentle and calming manner. You will be missed
at our NARFE monthly meetings. Rest in Peace throughout eternity.
Dennis was selfless, he was kind to everyone. Always helpful. Dennis will be missed by everyone’s who’s life he touched with his generosity.
Dennis was selfless, he was kind to everyone. Always helpful. Dennis will be missed by everyone’s who’s life he touched with his generosity.
I celebrate Dennis, a man devoted to family, fellow man, and country. We recently went from acquaintances to friends. He showed me how he persevered through his many challenges and tried to live life on his terms for the betterment of others. While battling painful and crippling Parkinson disease which quite possibly was the result of exposure to Agent Orange during his Purple Heart service in Vietnam, he faced a cancer that might well have also been triggered by same. A bigger concern to Dennis than what the exposure caused him was the possibility that it might cause his son, Michael, problems in the future. He devoted his time and effort trying to improve the lives of others through his charitable work at Circle and St. Vincent DePaul and by trying to help individuals in need whom he met along the way. You were one of a kind, Dennis. I am confident that you now are reaping the rewards of a life well lived. God bless.
I celebrate Dennis, a man devoted to family, fellow man, and country. We recently went from acquaintances to friends. He showed me how he persevered through his many challenges and tried to live life on his terms for the betterment of others. While battling painful and crippling Parkinson disease which quite possibly was the result of exposure to Agent Orange during his Purple Heart service in Vietnam, he faced a cancer that might well have also been triggered by same. A bigger concern to Dennis than what the exposure caused him was the possibility that it might cause his son, Michael, problems in the future. He devoted his time and effort trying to improve the lives of others through his charitable work at Circle and St. Vincent DePaul and by trying to help individuals in need whom he met along the way. You were one of a kind, Dennis. I am confident that you now are reaping the rewards of a life well lived. God bless.
I too didn’t know Dennis was a decorated Marine. I just knew him as a great guy. I met him in a bible study, then had continued contact at dances. He was always a much better dancer. Sorry to hear of him leaving us… just too soon.
I too didn’t know Dennis was a decorated Marine. I just knew him as a great guy. I met him in a bible study, then had continued contact at dances. He was always a much better dancer. Sorry to hear of him leaving us… just too soon.
There are not enough words to describe the gentleness and kindred spirit of this man. He’s the only man I knew that spent the majority of his life helping and serving others with his WHOLE heart. We met decades ago, and grew to be like family, always supported each other as a true friend would. I know he’s up there dancing with the Angels , missed by so many. God blessed him with a purple heart of gold. Thank you for sharing yourself with us all on your journey to peace and You will never be forgotten.
My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends. God bless you all.
There are not enough words to describe the gentleness and kindred spirit of this man. He’s the only man I knew that spent the majority of his life helping and serving others with his WHOLE heart. We met decades ago, and grew to be like family, always supported each other as a true friend would. I know he’s up there dancing with the Angels , missed by so many. God blessed him with a purple heart of gold. Thank you for sharing yourself with us all on your journey to peace and You will never be forgotten.
My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends. God bless you all.
I am so saddened to hear of Dennis’ passing. Dennis served as a volunteer caseworker at Circle of Concern. He showed such patience and compassion toward the individuals who walked through our doors seeking help. He was supportive of our staff members and his fellow volunteers. He was quiet, humble…unassuming. When we learned of his contributions to our country, we were so honored to share his story. I remember his smile when we discussed the article with him. We are better for having known this dear man. May he rest in peace.
I am so saddened to hear of Dennis’ passing. Dennis served as a volunteer caseworker at Circle of Concern. He showed such patience and compassion toward the individuals who walked through our doors seeking help. He was supportive of our staff members and his fellow volunteers. He was quiet, humble…unassuming. When we learned of his contributions to our country, we were so honored to share his story. I remember his smile when we discussed the article with him. We are better for having known this dear man. May he rest in peace.
Dennis was so kind and helpful to me when I started volunteering at Circle. His dedication to understanding and sharing the many resources available to our clients helped make me a better caseworker. He will be missed.
Dennis was so kind and helpful to me when I started volunteering at Circle. His dedication to understanding and sharing the many resources available to our clients helped make me a better caseworker. He will be missed.
Deepest condolences to the family and Ken. Worked many years with Kenny and a great person.
Deepest condolences to the family and Ken. Worked many years with Kenny and a great person.
Dennis was not only my coworker at Circle, my best Coffee Buddy at least once a week until the end. I will miss him terribly.
Dennis was not only my coworker at Circle, my best Coffee Buddy at least once a week until the end. I will miss him terribly.
I volunteered with Dennis at Circle of Concern. He always showed his compassion for those families and individuals in need He had a quiet strength, a sweet smile and loved to talk about his dancing. I’m richer for knowing Dennis.
I volunteered with Dennis at Circle of Concern. He always showed his compassion for those families and individuals in need He had a quiet strength, a sweet smile and loved to talk about his dancing. I’m richer for knowing Dennis.
Denny was such a fighter and kept going through all his trials. He continued to meet with all our Epiphany get togethers. He is in God’s hands now at peace. We loved you Denny and will miss you.
Denny was such a fighter and kept going through all his trials. He continued to meet with all our Epiphany get togethers. He is in God’s hands now at peace. We loved you Denny and will miss you.
Den lived across the street with his parents and brother Ken. I have many memories or our childhood days. We spent many hours under their front porch playing with little matchbox cars and building roads. His mom Marge was very creative and once made a skating rink in their backyard. She and our mothers would plan elaborate theme birthday parties. Once she took us to the movies and when we came out some fun loving folks had picked up her VW and placed it on the sidewalk! Den liked to tease me like a sister and the boys certainly seemed like brothers as we were growing up. He was a nice guy and very generous of his time.
Den lived across the street with his parents and brother Ken. I have many memories or our childhood days. We spent many hours under their front porch playing with little matchbox cars and building roads. His mom Marge was very creative and once made a skating rink in their backyard. She and our mothers would plan elaborate theme birthday parties. Once she took us to the movies and when we came out some fun loving folks had picked up her VW and placed it on the sidewalk! Den liked to tease me like a sister and the boys certainly seemed like brothers as we were growing up. He was a nice guy and very generous of his time.
Dennis was a volunteer colleague of mine at Circle of Concern and I often saw him at Saturday evening service at St Catherine’s, even when I streamed it,I would see him when walking up to receive the Eucharist. He was faithful and loyal to wherever he served and very humble.
Dennis was a volunteer colleague of mine at Circle of Concern and I often saw him at Saturday evening service at St Catherine’s, even when I streamed it,I would see him when walking up to receive the Eucharist. He was faithful and loyal to wherever he served and very humble.
I was fortunate to share casework duties with Dennis during multiple shifts for several years, and came to know him as a deeply caring and devoted volunteer who was totally committed to his clients and to his duties at Circle. Any number of clients came to depend on Dennis’ support and council and were insistent on keeping their appointments with him. I and many who knew him will miss Dennis and his wise and gentle presence greatly.
I was fortunate to share casework duties with Dennis during multiple shifts for several years, and came to know him as a deeply caring and devoted volunteer who was totally committed to his clients and to his duties at Circle. Any number of clients came to depend on Dennis’ support and council and were insistent on keeping their appointments with him. I and many who knew him will miss Dennis and his wise and gentle presence greatly.
Dennis was the most giving and kind person I have ever met. We worked for several years together at Circle of Concern, and the kindness and passion he felt for the folks who visited the Pantry far exceeded the time and effort needed for a regular appointment. We shared many “coffee dates” talking about his illness, and what he can expect as worsened, but Dennis was always a brave man who was more concerned for his son than himself. Dennis, I miss you so very much, but I know that you are no longer in pain, and that you are a shining Saint with our Lord, who you love so much! I can’t wait to see you again…
Dennis was the most giving and kind person I have ever met. We worked for several years together at Circle of Concern, and the kindness and passion he felt for the folks who visited the Pantry far exceeded the time and effort needed for a regular appointment. We shared many “coffee dates” talking about his illness, and what he can expect as worsened, but Dennis was always a brave man who was more concerned for his son than himself. Dennis, I miss you so very much, but I know that you are no longer in pain, and that you are a shining Saint with our Lord, who you love so much! I can’t wait to see you again…
We will miss you and salute your many contributions. You leave big shoes to fill, may God keep you close.
We will miss you and salute your many contributions. You leave big shoes to fill, may God keep you close.
Dennis was a gentle, compassionate, humble man, who unselfishly shared his time, heart and helping hand with so many. His kindness knew no bounds. He always greeted one with a big smile; behind which we knew were health challenges. Those challenges never stopped his charitable acts. We will miss him very much at Circle of Concern. Rest In Peace Dennis. You were an example to all who were fortunate to know you.
Dennis was a gentle, compassionate, humble man, who unselfishly shared his time, heart and helping hand with so many. His kindness knew no bounds. He always greeted one with a big smile; behind which we knew were health challenges. Those challenges never stopped his charitable acts. We will miss him very much at Circle of Concern. Rest In Peace Dennis. You were an example to all who were fortunate to know you.
Having volunteered with Dennis for many years at Circle of Concern, I came to know him as a kind, compassionate, tireless champion for those in need. Always with a smile and a kind word, he never complained or focused on himself. So many people benefited from his kindness and generosity, and he will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace, Dennis. Dance on!
Having volunteered with Dennis for many years at Circle of Concern, I came to know him as a kind, compassionate, tireless champion for those in need. Always with a smile and a kind word, he never complained or focused on himself. So many people benefited from his kindness and generosity, and he will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace, Dennis. Dance on!
I am heartbroken to hear of Dennis’s passing. Our NARFE Chapter just enjoyed visiting with him for our Christmas luncheon on December 2nd.
He was happy that day and I enjoyed visiting with him. I’m so thankful that I gave him a hug before he left. He will be missed, a very kind and humble man.
I am heartbroken to hear of Dennis’s passing. Our NARFE Chapter just enjoyed visiting with him for our Christmas luncheon on December 2nd.
He was happy that day and I enjoyed visiting with him. I’m so thankful that I gave him a hug before he left. He will be missed, a very kind and humble man.
I was fortunate to volunteer with Dennis at Circle of Concern. His compassion and humble manner were perfect attributes in his role. We and many clients will miss him so much.
I was fortunate to volunteer with Dennis at Circle of Concern. His compassion and humble manner were perfect attributes in his role. We and many clients will miss him so much.
I worked with Dennis at the Department of Labor, EBSA, for about 16 years. Dennis was a very dedicated employee and a great worker. He cared about his job and the people that he was helping thru his work.
Dennis and I retired on the same day. We talked occasionally and always looked forward to the Office Christmas parties.
Dennis was a religious man and strong in his faith. Prayers for Dennis and his family.
I worked with Dennis at the Department of Labor, EBSA, for about 16 years. Dennis was a very dedicated employee and a great worker. He cared about his job and the people that he was helping thru his work.
Dennis and I retired on the same day. We talked occasionally and always looked forward to the Office Christmas parties.
Dennis was a religious man and strong in his faith. Prayers for Dennis and his family.
Dennis is the Father of my son, Michael.
He was a very caring, thoughtful and generous man. Always thinking of others and helping those in need. I’m sure there is a special place in Heaven and he is now at peace. He will be missed !!!
Dennis is the Father of my son, Michael.
He was a very caring, thoughtful and generous man. Always thinking of others and helping those in need. I’m sure there is a special place in Heaven and he is now at peace. He will be missed !!!
We are so very sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathy.
We are so very sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathy.
Kind man, always giving, never complaining. You will be missed.
Kind man, always giving, never complaining. You will be missed.
As everyone has mentioned he aways had time to help others. Met him at swing dance in early eighties. Will miss seeing him at Affton Bread Co. A unique man.
As everyone has mentioned he aways had time to help others. Met him at swing dance in early eighties. Will miss seeing him at Affton Bread Co. A unique man.
May God bless Dennis and his family.
May God bless Dennis and his family.
I was recently thinking of a young injured GI by this name whom I visited in a Catholic hospital in Malaysia while a teenage school girl attending Assunta convent. I remember how kind and nice he was and with another GI in the bed next to him. We corresponded a couple of times. Yesterday I googled his name and saw that he had passed. If same person, I am so sorry for your loss. If same person he was the best and kindest ever and he had such a great sense of humor. Both GIs were injured in an accident while on R&R in Malaysia and hospitalized. We girls visited them of often with goodies as requested by the the Sisters. This was in 1967 or 68.
Funny I ended up marrying an American later, very much like Dennis. We live in San Diego now.
I was recently thinking of a young injured GI by this name whom I visited in a Catholic hospital in Malaysia while a teenage school girl attending Assunta convent. I remember how kind and nice he was and with another GI in the bed next to him. We corresponded a couple of times. Yesterday I googled his name and saw that he had passed. If same person, I am so sorry for your loss. If same person he was the best and kindest ever and he had such a great sense of humor. Both GIs were injured in an accident while on R&R in Malaysia and hospitalized. We girls visited them of often with goodies as requested by the the Sisters. This was in 1967 or 68.
Funny I ended up marrying an American later, very much like Dennis. We live in San Diego now.