Virginia “Ginny” E. Rein

 

 Ginny Rein, 96, of Fountain Hills, AZ., and formerly of the Twin Cities, MN., beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Monday, August 10, 2020.

 Ginny was born in Cuba, KS., and spent her childhood growing up in Arcadia. As a child, Ginny discovered a love of music which ultimately led to her becoming a professional organist, pianist and singer. She played in Wisconsin then moved to Minnesota and played in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. After meeting her future husband, Clayton, she worked at the C.G. Rein Company for virtually the balance of her life. Ginny and Clayt rarely left each other’s side as they worked, played and traveled together enjoying a wonderful and special marriage. Clayt, throughout their marriage, introduced her as his bride. They ran several companies under the C.G. Rein Development Company, including C.G. Rein Galleries in several locations throughout the United States, health & tennis clubs, many apartment complexes, both built and managed, and strip malls throughout the Twin Cities. 

 Ginny was an amazing wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter and friend. She was elegant, funny, caring, and beautiful. Those who knew her marveled at her warmth, curiosity and genuine interest in others. She was a very special, generous and giving lady.

 She is survived by children: Trish Cowle (Brad), Judy Hoffman (Jerry), Burt Rein (Martin Lichtenstein); daughter-in-law, Katherine Rein, Stan Rein (Jane), grandchildren: Robin Getsug, Tony Getsug, Scott Baker, Heather Rein, Shandin Shaw, Erin Loavenbruck, Shannon Breen, Ian McKinnen; sister, Betty Jean Barry; sister-in-law, Millie Rein; 15 great-grandchildren; and countless nieces, nephew, and friends.

 Ginny was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Elsie Gauger; husband of 56 years, Clayton G. Rein; brother, Robert Gauger; son, Robert O. Rein; and daughter-in-law, Linda Rein.

 Special thanks are extended for a wonderful, compassionate and loving group of caregivers led by Letitia Berrones, who cared for Ginny for the last eight years of her life, as well as Irene Berrones, Gabriella Arhin and Kristine Martin.

 Funeral and memorial service information will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Hospice of the Valley, Ronald McDonald House, or to the donors’ preferred charity. Funeral home is Messinger Funeral Home in Scottsdale.

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