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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Evan Reinhardt.

Evan Paul Reinhardt, age 24, formerly of New Canaan, CT, died suddenly on July 15, 2015 in New Haven, CT.  Evan was born in Stamford, CT on May 8, 1991, the oldest son of Paul and Marjorie Percy Reinhardt.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Col. Bernard D. Percy and paternal grandmother Charlotte O. Reinhardt.

He lived in New Canaan, CT for most of his short life, attending East Elementary School and Saxe Middle School.  After two years at Canterbury School in New Milford, CT, Evan graduated from New Canaan High School in 2009.  Evan continued his studies for two years at Miami University of Ohio.  He qualified for Dean's List his freshman year, and joined Delta Upsilon fraternity his sophomore year.  Evan resided in Williston, VT and most recently in New Haven, CT.

He is survived by his parents, Paul C. and Marjorie P. Reinhardt of New Canaan, his sister Andrea M. Reinhardt of Stamford, his brothers Karl B. and Peter J. of New Canaan.

Evan was well-read, witty, and a great communicator.  He was an incredible listener, who showed great empathy for others’ feelings. Evan was athletic, and while growing up played football, hockey and lacrosse in New Canaan.

Over the last year, Evan was working hard on his recovery following his graduation from the Turning Point program in New Haven and continued to work there as a cook.  Recently, his parents, brothers and sister had enjoyed a memorable vacation in Europe that was a strong renewal of family bonds.

Evan will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.  He will be remembered as the one who made his family and friends laugh.  Evan was the guy in charge of all things funny.  He was a warm-hearted young man that anyone would be proud to call son, grandson, brother, nephew or friend.

The family received friends on Tuesday July 21, 2015 from 4 to 8 PM at the Hoyt Funeral Home, 199 Main Street, New Canaan.

A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday July, 22, 2015 at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas More Church , 375 Middlesex Rd., Darien, CT.

The interment took place on Saturday, July 25 at 1:30PM at the Doty Cemetery, East Montpelier, CT.

Contributions may be made in Evan’s memory to Shatterproof (shatterproof.org) or Project Independence of Barre, VT (pibarre.org). 

 

July 15, 2023
July 15, 2023
Hi Evan,
I think of you every day and miss you very much. I often think of all
the humor you spread to everyone. You lead a life "beating to your own drum"
and cared not what others think. Your kindness was so reknown even to
this day. You were a man of strong character and I know that you still are
taking care of me from Heaven. Love, Mom
May 8, 2023
May 8, 2023
Thinking lots about you today on your 32 Birthday.
May 25, 2022
May 25, 2022
I try to explain my personality to people and really what sums it up is that you were the "yang" to my "yin". Not sure if that makes sense but I think about you every day, and often I ask myself, "what would Evan do?".
May 10, 2021
May 10, 2021
Happy belated 30th...missing you...tell your story often to help prevent another loss to this awful illness. love Aunt Monica
May 8, 2021
May 8, 2021
Dear Evan,

We will always miss your warm smile, wonderful sense of humor, and your fantastic speaking voice. Love the Diehl Family
July 15, 2020
July 15, 2020
thinking and missing you, and wonder how you would have reacted to this pandemic! I am trying to smile even during this most challenging times!
love Aunt Monica
May 8, 2018
May 8, 2018
Hi Evan,
  You will be remembered for your kindness, your wit, and your ability to make me smile. I will love you always!
     Dad
May 8, 2018
May 8, 2018
I miss you so much every single day. Happy birthday in heaven. Thank you for being such an amazing, loving person. You’ll always be my first and truest love. Thinking of you always.
May 8, 2017
May 8, 2017
Evan, missing you and thinking of you on your 26th BDay! I always smile when I think of you!
Thanks for giving me that reminder to smile and try to enjoy life even in the most difficult times...
Love Aunt Monica
July 15, 2016
July 15, 2016
Evan, I will always remember you as the guy that could put a smile to someone's face, the minute you walked in the room. I was so proud to have you as my son. You will be forever in my heart.
  With much love,  Dad

Irish blessing:
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sunshine warm your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Amen
August 22, 2015
August 22, 2015
Following are guest tributes from Hoyt Funeral Home and Stamford Advocate:

Hoyt Funeral Home Guestbook:

Name: Brent Erensel
Message: The Erensel Family sends its thoughts, prayers, and condolences to Paul, Marjorie, Andrea, Karl and Peter. Our oldest son is 24 and we cannot imagine your grief on the passing of Evan. God be with you.

Name: Charlotte Albert
Message: Marge and family‑
You have been in my prayers since the minute my sister 
MaryAnn delivered me the news.
I know no words can console you, but I trust God will forever be in your souls to help you get through this horrible time. It seems that Evan really touched you all in such a special way. I hope you never lose that wonderful feeling he gave you and what a great smile he had!! May you always see him through the clouds smiling back at you!! God Bless!!

Name: Patrick and Indira Christie
Message: Wishing your family peace during this very difficult time. May the love of friends and family lift you up with support.
Sending love and prayers,
The Christie FAmily

Name: Tiffany & Jeff Begoon
Message: We are heartbroken for your loss. Words are always insufficient in moments like this. We hope that the prayers and love of family and friend will surround you and give you some comfort during this time. God bless you and your family.

Name: Michelle Orr
Message: Dear Marge and family‑
Our hearts are with your family. We are so sad to hear about the passing of Evan. There isn't much we can do but offer our love and thoughts with your family. Sending our deepest condolences,
With love, 
Michelle Orr and family

Name: Shannon Reeb
Message: I am Chris Lynch's sister and have had the blessing of knowing Evan. You could tell he was raised right by the great respect he always showed and his love of life. I have seen first hand his true love and loyalty to his friends and will be forever grateful. He will be truly missed but I know his incredible bright memory will be remembered and cherished always. My heart breaks for all that he has touched. We have lost an amazing soul but have gained a true angel. 
Sending lots of love and prayers
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Name: Rob Joseph
Message: Dear Marge and Paul,
May your family dig down deep and somehow find solace with each other and comfort from friends and your faith. We are all hurting also
and we all need each other now....

Name: Lori Rutkowski
Message: Dear Marge and Paul,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sad to hear about the loss of your son. I really don't know what to say. At times like this you put your faith and trust in the Lord and know in your heart that Evan is safe and in peace. His spirit will always be with us. I always smile when I think of Evan running to catch the bus in the morning. Many times he would run all the way to my house to catch it. Even the bus driver would laugh. Evan had a way to make everyone smile and laugh. He was also very fortunate to have such a loving, supportive family who was always there for him every step of the way. I have always admired you for your strength. Stay strong. 

        Love,

        Lori Rutkowski

Name: Craig and Laura Costigan
Message: Dear Marge and Paul,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son, Evan. We always have admired both of you and your beautiful family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family to help give you strength in the months ahead. Love and God Bless, Laura and Craig Costigan and family

Name: Casavant Family
Message: Evan ‑ please know that you will be remembered fondly by your family and many friends. You had a wonderful spirit and we hope you find peace and happiness. We will be there for your family and will think of you and pray for you. The Casavant family

Name: Santoro family
Message: 

7/20/2015 The Santoro family
We offer our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved son, Evan.  We wish that we could have met him in life. We will pray for him and for all of your family.

 Jerry, Lauren and John.

Name: The Hanauer Family
Message: So sorry for the loss of your son, Evan. Hope you find solace in the love and support of so many friends, family and neighbors and that you have fond memories of your recent family trip. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. 
Diane and John Hanauer and family

Name: Mary Paul
Message: Dear Paul and Marge,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Evan. You are a wonderful family who will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to all of you.~ The Paul Family

Name: Erin Hedley
Message: Our hearts are heavy with sadness about the passing of your beloved son, Evan. We pray for peace and comfort to you and your entire family as you lay your son to rest. May God Bless all of you.
 Erin & Doug Hedley

Name: Mary Stichter
Message: Dearest Reinharts,
All of the Stichters send so much love to you at this devastating time. We are heartbroken for you. May the love of your family and friends pull you through this time. We are thinking of you all so much. 
Best, 
Mary, John, Sarah, Molly and Eliza

Name: Anne Longley
Message: So terribly sorry to read about the loss of this young man. May his family take solace in knowing Evan, though in heaven, is still with you in so many ways. Look for the gifts of all the good memories and of things unexpected ‑‑ he'll show you.

Name: Jim Percy and Michelle Perron
Message: We are so saddened by Evan's passing. We were so proud of his path towards recovery and had hoped that he would be successful at achieving his goals. We will miss him. Our thoughts are with the Reinhardt family.
With Love,
Jim & Michelle

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Stamford Advocate guestbook (legacy.com):

August 04, 2015
Paul and family, Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the days ahead.
~
Danette Melchionne

July 27, 2015
To Marge and her family, It was so sad to learn of the passing of your son. Praying for you all in this difficult time.
~
Mary Lou Coates Dahmer,
Tampa, Florida


July 26, 2015
To Marge and family. I am sad to hear of your son's passing. My prayers and sympathy to you Marge and family and especially your Mother, Pat and all the Percy family.
~
Susan Lane-Robillard,
Warner Robins, Georgia

July 22, 2015
Paul and family,
I just heard about the passing of your son, Evan. My prayers will are for Evan and yours.

Michael Lauzon

July 22, 2015
Paul, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Evan. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Martha Blum
~
Martha Blum,
Norwalk, Connecticut

July 21, 2015
Paul and family- I was so sad to hear about Evan. I know your hearts must be broken. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mary Stone

July 21, 2015
Paul, I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Evan but he seemed like such a wonderful person.
~
Daphne Hardesty

July 20, 2015
Dearest Paul, Marge,Andrea, Karl, and Peter,
All of the Hilboldts send their deepest love and prayers to all of you. May you focus on all of the GOOD memories that you shared with Evan and which you so beautifully shared with all of us. May you find peace together. Wendy et al

July 20, 2015
Beautiful boy,god bless you all.

July 20, 2015
Reinhardt family, I was so saddened to hear about Evan. I remember him as a happy baby and child. I always enjoy watching the children grow up. It seems like he was trying hard to recover. The European vacation will be memories hopefully will sustain you over these very difficult days to come.
Diane Sileo, Nurse at New England Pediatrics

July 19, 2015
Marge, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and condolences to you and your family.
~
Brenda and Chris Benda (Dufresne),
Barre, Vermont

July 19, 2015
Marge, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son...I can not even imagine the pain that you must be feeling. I can only pray that God give you peace and that something amazing will turn out on behalf of your son. You are in my prayers. Your former classmate.
~
Jerri Holmes-Howard,
Washington, Vermont


July 19, 2015
Marge and Paul, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know our all our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Very Truly,
Suzanne and Doug
~
S. Cole,
New Canaan, Connecticut

July 19, 2015
Marge- Sorry to hear of your loss. All the best to you and your family.
~
Bruce Millar,
Essex Jct., Vermont


July 19, 2015
Marge and family,
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your son. May you find peace and acceptance in the days to come. Sending prayers to all of you.

Cindy Walker Parzych
July 29, 2015
July 29, 2015
Evan, thinking of you and your family so much; your gentleness and smile will be missed. Your eulogy by the priest about "trying" was very valuable lesson. I will remember this as I go about my work with patients each day.
Love, Aunt Monica
July 24, 2015
July 24, 2015
Evan,
  You were such a great listener, and so empathetic of others' feelings. Evan, I will strive to show interest and love to others, modeling the high standard you showed during your brief life.
    Love you always,  Dad

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July 15, 2023
July 15, 2023
Hi Evan,
I think of you every day and miss you very much. I often think of all
the humor you spread to everyone. You lead a life "beating to your own drum"
and cared not what others think. Your kindness was so reknown even to
this day. You were a man of strong character and I know that you still are
taking care of me from Heaven. Love, Mom
May 8, 2023
May 8, 2023
Thinking lots about you today on your 32 Birthday.
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"Nobody else"

July 15, 2021
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It was 1999 and my Evan from Heaven was 8 years old. Ev was gently telling that I didn't have to give him a bath anymore. I said it was quality time alone together. "Nobody else." Evan's witty response was a priceless and everlasting memory, on the 6th anniversary of his passing. "We can go to a Mets game with nobody else".  On this 6th Anniversary of your passing, I remember the good times with you, my Bud.

James Pendry's email about Evan at Camp Moose

July 15, 2016

According to James Pendry, Evan was the funniest kid at Camp Moosilauke in New Hampshire.  Here are his comments: 

I only just read the article in the NCAdvertiser and I couldn’t help but reach out and express my condolences and love! Evan and I went to Camp Moosilauke together and i cannot even begin to tell you about all the good times we had. We shared so many deep laughs, I can still remember some of our inside jokes to this day. I’m sure even you two recall receiving calls about our jokes, probably when they went a little too far :)

My heart and soul goes out to you both and I applaud you for speaking out about the epidemic and drug abuse that is sweeping the nation, especially with opioids. I’m the same age as Evan, grew up in Fairfield County (Westport),and even attending a Miami college (Florida not Ohio) and I urge you to continue voicing how proud you are of Evan and how this is a national problem and not a reflection on you or your son. I will forever remember Evan as the funniest kid at Camp Moosilauke, he could put a smile on any and everyone's face. 

I have had this photo saved of our cabin from almost a decade ago but it truly seems like just yesterday we we’re all together having the the best of times. His "sad" face evident in this photo, was always able to get a smile out of me and I hope this message does the same for you two. 

Best wishes,

James Pendry 

Jon Harris, Evan's roommate

September 2, 2015

   

I caught up with Jon Harris after Evan's passing. Jon was one of E's roommates during Phase 1 & 2, and upon graduation from the Turning Point program. They lived at 180 Willow Street (in the "East Rock" neighborhood of New Haven). He has funny memories of Evan--the witty guy who liked to read as did Jon. When they shared a room during Phase 1, Jon remembers Evan reading for a while, then getting bored and making up a story about one of the house or assistant managers. On several occasions, Evan's wild story became a rumor that would spread like wildfire--and persist for months and months throughout the Turning Point organization. All because Evan got creative while reading a book in bed. In the early summer, when it was Jon's birthday (6/21/14), Evan was the first to remember. Evan convinced Jon to get in the TP van that was heading to Lighthouse Point. Like most people, Evan had a nickname for Jon--either his complete name (Jonathan Harris) or J. Hair for short. Evan left a lasting impression during his last 4 months at Turning Point (early 2015)--of welcoming everyone in the kitchen while he worked there at the Phase 1 house in Hamden. During kitchen duty, Evan made sure to get to know the new "recruits" who were just getting oriented. Jon, who worked with him on many occasions, said he will be remembered for his wit and his friendliness towards others.

Jon is third from the left, next to Evan, in back row of the attached picture.

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