Allen Ray Reinke, 58, of Valley Falls, KS, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at his home. He was born January 10, 1962 in Omaha, NE, the son of Arthur & Gleanys (Weiss) Reinke.

          Allen graduated from Deshler High School. He continued his education at Concordia University achieving a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He also achieved a Master’s Degree in Education from Kansas University.

Allen worked for various schools in many locations to include Atchison County Community High School, and most recently Jeff West. He was a member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Nortonville, KS.

          Allen married Mary Ellen Barry on April 18, 1987 at Sterling Heights, MI, she preceded him in death on June 22, 2014, after over 27 years of marriage.  He was also preceded in death by his parents.

          Survivors include 2 sons, Tim Reinke (Brandy) of St. Joseph, MO and Bryan Reinke of Topeka, KS; one sister, Melanie Drews (Mark) of Tremont, IL; and four grandchildren.

          Memorial Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2020 at Valley Falls Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the United Way of Kansas City c/o Mercer Funeral Home, PO Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com