Alan “Al” J. Reichart, 66, of Cedar Crest, NM formerly of Springfield, IL died at his home in New Mexico on August 31, 2022. He was born October 19, 1955 in Springfield, IL to Bernard A. and Marilyn (Erickson) Reichart.
He is survived by nieces and nephews, Aaron Beck, Tara Dillon, Stewart Beck and Jonathan Beck; great nieces and nephews, Alivia Beck, Emelia Beck, Shaun Dillon, Payton Dillon, Nora Dillon, Cameryn Beck and Taylor Beck.
Al was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Vicki S. Beck.
He graduated from the University of Illinois with a Master’s degree in social work. He was an accomplished trombone player, performing all over the country and in Europe, most notably with the Springfield Municipal Band. He worked as a social worker for many years.
Graveside Service: 1 pm, Monday, October 3, 2022 at Woodwreath Cemetery with Willard “Bill” Swartzendruber officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: www.nationalmssociety.org/donate
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Date: Monday, October 3, 2022
Time: 01:00 pm
Woodwreath Cemetery
Date: Monday, October 3, 2022
Time: 01:00 pm
Woodwreath Cemetery
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society:
nationalmssociety.org/donate
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Larry Black posted on 9/26/22
Al, I probably played more music with you than anyone one the planet. Good times my friend. Save me a seat next to you in heavens jazz band