Doug Reiten

On July 20, 2020, Douglas Reiten, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at the age of 71. He passed peacefully from rapidly progressing lymphocytic leukemia, in his home surrounded by family.

Doug was born on April 30, 1949, to Victor and Patsy Reiten in Grand Forks, ND. Doug and his wife Norene (Berg) celebrated 50 years of marriage on August 22, 2019. Together they raised two children, Andrea and Troy. He received his bachelor’s degree in education from Valley City State University. He started his teaching career in Grandin ND, he farmed with his family, and was involved in the family implement dealership. He had a passion for basketball and was a coach for many years throughout the GF school system.

His desire to embrace life included riding his Harley Davidson, flying his airplane, spending time at the lake cabin, enjoying two months a year for the past several years in Florida, and spending time with his friends and family. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, his generosity, and his kind and compassionate spirit.

Doug was preceded in death by his father, Victor, and his mother, Patsy. He is survived by his wife Norene, Grand Forks, ND; his daughter Andrea (Tony) Kuhbander, Largo, FL; his son, Troy (Julie) Reiten, Grand Forks, ND, his grandchildren Elsie and Cooper Reiten, Grand Forks, ND; his step-grandson, Anthony and family (Angie and great-grandson Jack) Kuhbander, Sturgis, MI; and his siblings Beth, Neil and Dennis.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 24^th, 2020 at Amundson Funeral Home in Grand Forks, ND. Visitation from 10:00 to11:00 am with the Service at 11:00 am. (The family graciously requests that facemasks be worn)

In lieu of flowers: please consider a contribution to a charitable organization that is special to you and your family.

An online register book may be signed at www.amundsonfuneralhome.com