Obituary: Steven Reimer, 23, Former OFHS Football Player, Beloved Friend
Steven D. Reimer, of Oak Forest, died unexpectedly Jan. 1, 2013. Friends and family mourned his passing in services Jan. 7–8.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered Monday, Jan. 7 to pay respects to Steven D. Reimer, 23, of Oak Forest. Reimer died suddenly Jan. 1, 2013. Cherished son of Steven Sr. and Robin, Steven was a loving brother to Daniel and caring uncle to Alexis Elrod. He was a beloved grandson to Barbara Crundwell, and David and Loretta Reimer. Reimer was a 2007 graduate of Oak Forest High School, where he wore the number 72 as defensive tackle for the Bengals. His friends remember him as a "gentle giant" with a good heart. His former teammates filled the space around him Monday, many placing their jerseys with him in the casket. Some wished they could spend the night alongside him, one friend of the family said. "He was the kindest, most loving boy," said …
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john henry
10:46 pm on Thursday, March 14, 2013
Wow, huge loss to everyone he knew, is anyone up to date on what was the cause of death in this tragedy? Many people speaking of an overdose, fatigue, etc. Either way, this HAS to be the hardest thing these parents have dealt with, Robin and Steve Sr. will be in our prayers. more ›