Gary "Gene" Rinck's obituary , Passed away on October 31, 2025 in Hickory, North Carolina

Gary "Gene" Rinck

August 1, 1952 - October 31, 2025 (73 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

Gary "Gene" Rinck's obituary , Passed away on October 31, 2025 in Hickory, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory

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Gary "Gene" Rinck

August 1, 1952 - October 31, 2025 (73 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

Gary Rinck Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Gary Rinck of Hickory, North Carolina, who passed away on October 31, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary Rinck to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Gary leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Gary may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Glenn Alvin Rinck and Rose Goodwin Rinck; and his siblings, Roger Rinck and Kathy Hull. He is survived by: his children, Chris Rinck (Venus) of Hildebran and Sandra R. Shifflet of Valdese; his brothers, Glenn Rinck, Jr. (Joan) of Grand Ridge, FL and Wayne Rinck of Hickory; and his grandchildren, Alexis Rinck of Hickory, Alejandro Rinck of Hildebran and Aleia Rinck of Hildebran. He is also survived by his family, especially his grandchildren.

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Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory



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