Charlotte Rinkoski

Charlotte V. Rinkoski, 99, lately of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on September 8, 2023, surrounded by her family.

Charlotte was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Paul L. Rinkoski, and a son, David P. Rinkoski.

Charlotte is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Philip P. and Patty Rinkoski; a daughter, Paula R. Haggard; granddaughters and their husbands, Carrie and Shane Nelson, and Katie and Brandon Hoffman; and a great granddaughter, Sophia Nelson.

Charlotte was born in Buffalo, New York, with her family subsequently moving to Cleveland, Ohio. Charlotte has since lived in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania; Columbus, Ohio; Port St. Lucie, Florida; and Summerlin, Nevada.

Charlotte was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and homemaker. During her later years, she returned to the workforce, finishing her career at the General Electric Specialty division in Columbus, Ohio.

Charlotte took great pleasure in sewing for most of her life, especially for herself and her daughter. During her retirement years, she became an avid quilter and crafter.

Charlotte was a devout Catholic and member of Immaculate Conception Church in Springfield, Missouri.

Visitation will be held from 10:30am-11:30am Friday, September 15, 2023 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where her Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30am with Fr. Tom Kiefer, Fr. Charles Peirano and Fr. Ray Smith will be concelebrating. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut Street, Springfield, MO 65806.

Charlotte will be laid to rest with her late husband, Paul, at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City, Nevada under the care and direction of Boulder City Family Mortuary, 833 Nevada Way, Boulder City, Nevada 84005.

Donations in Charlotte’s memory are appreciated and may be made to Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri. 424 East Monastery Street, Springfield, MO 65807. https://trumpexcel.com/learn-excel/

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