Jeffrey Alan Reistad, of the Town of Newburgh, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at home. He was 30. The son of Dennis and Janet Hansen Reistad, he was born October 21, 1977 in Newburgh. "Jeff's personality was that of a gentle, caring person with a very giving nature. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone whenever needed. He will be missed by all who knew him and will be welcomed in heaven by his grandmother, Cora." Jeff attended Newburgh schools and graduated from Newburgh Free Academy. He was the owner of "Relax and Call Jeff" landscaping; and a 15 year member of the Dan Leghorn Engine Co., currently serving as Lieutenant. He was also an active member of Black Rock Fish and Game Club, where he and his father shared their mutual passion for hunting and fishing. He is survived by his loving parents at home; loving sisters, Jenee Bailey and her husband, Chris of Pine Bush and Denise Carpenter and her husband, Ben of San Francisco, CA; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, April 4, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, in the funeral home, with Rev. Thomas Hendricks officiating. Cremation will follow at Cedar Hill Crematory. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jeff's memory may be made to the Dan Leghorn Fire Engine Co., 426 South Plank Rd., Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit Brooksfh.com or call (845) 561-8300. Picture of Jeff and his mother Janet...
Jeffrey Alan Reistad, of the Town of Newburgh, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at home. He was 30. The son of Dennis and Janet Hansen Reistad, he was born October 21, 1977 in Newburgh. "Jeff's personality was that of a gentle, caring person with a very giving nature. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone whenever needed. He will be missed by all who knew him and will be welcomed in heaven by his grandmother, Cora." Jeff attended Newburgh schools and graduated from Newburgh Free Academy. He was the owner of "Relax and Call Jeff" landscaping; and a 15 year member of the Dan Leghorn Engine Co., currently serving as Lieutenant. He was also an active member of Black Rock Fish and Game Club, where he and his father shared their mutual passion for hunting and fishing. He is survived by his loving parents at home; loving sisters, Jenee Bailey and her husband, Chris of Pine Bush and Denise Carpenter and her husband, Ben of San Francisco, CA; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, April 4, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, in the funeral home, with Rev. Thomas Hendricks officiating. Cremation will follow at Cedar Hill Crematory. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jeff's memory may be made to the Dan Leghorn Fire Engine Co., 426 South Plank Rd., Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit Brooksfh.com or call (845) 561-8300. Picture of Jeff and his mother Janet...
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