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Raoul E. Reinertsen Obituary
January 28, 2026
MACOMB, IL - - Former Western Illinois University Beu Health Center Physician, Dr. Raoul E. Reinertsen, of Galesburg, passed away January 23.
Reinertsen retired from the Beu Health Center in 2000, serving as an OB-GYN who welcomed over 15,000 babies during his career that saw him spend time in Canton, Galesburg and Macomb.
Reinertsen is survived by his wife, Anita Reinertsen of Galesburg; children David A. (Karen) Reinertsen of Grand Junction, CO, Jean A. (Kevin) Anderson of Ames, IA, Peter J. (Ellen) Reinertsen of Jelm, WY and Julie D. Reinertsen of Galesburg; four grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Margery and one brother David L.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. For more information on Reinertsen's life, visit bit.ly/49Vvhi1.
Posted By: University Communications (U-Communications@wiu.edu)
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