Donald E. Reinen, 70, of Kingsley, Iowa passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at his home following a lengthy illness. To honor Donald’s wishes, he was cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date in Fairmont, Minnesota.

Donald Eugene Reinen was born on September 11, 1944 in Spirit Lake, Iowa, the son of Herman and Elgie Louella (Struthers) Reinen. On January 31, 1964, Donald was inducted into the United States Navy. He proudly served during the Korean War on the USS Rankin. He earned his honorable discharge on April 16, 1967 having attained the rank of Gunners Mate Second Class.

Donald was a stone mason by trade. He enjoyed building & working on motorcycles, small aircraft, and civil war cannons. He spent his retirement years surrounded by good friends, laughter and traveling.

He is survived by his children and their spouses, Daniel and Rolene Reinen of Farmington, MN, Audrey and Brandon Carlson of Faribault, MN, Dawn and Keith Walker of Zumbrota, MN, and Dianne and Greg Lewis of Farmington, MN; four grandchildren, Tom, Sam, Sandra and Levi; a special friend, Aliene Flewelling of Kingsley, IA; sisters, Marlene, Sena and Charlotte; brothers, Ron, Peter and Frank; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Sandra.