GRAFTON/SHREWSBURY: Jean M. (Bergenholtz) Rinker, 72, passed away peacefully with her adoring family close September 8, 2021. She leaves her husband Maynard Rinker, her daughter Judi Jennings, son Mike Jennings and stepson Mark Rinker and his wife Charity in addition to her brothers James and Thomas Bergenholtz, grandson Stephen Rinker and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her stepchildren Deb Fimbel and Donald Rinker. Jean was born February 2, 1949 in Worcester, daughter of the late Edith (Johnson) and Earl Bergenholtz. Her roots were in North Grafton where she lived for many years before moving to Shrewsbury. Jean worked for the state of Massachusetts and went on to a career as a Realtor for Caldwell Bank throughout Central Massachusetts. She prized time with family and also traveling with her husband Maynard, especially to Hawaii. Closer to home she was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Westborough. All are welcome to gather with Jean’s family and friends Saturday September 18th from 9-11am at The First United Methodist Church 120 West Main St. Westborough, MA 01581 followed by her memorial service at 11am in the church. She will then be laid to rest at Pine Grove Cemetery in North Grafton. In lieu of flowers please support the mission and global outreach with donations to the First United Methodist Church in Westborough. A Book of Memories to share a special message with Jean’s family is available online at:

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