A memorial visitation will be held from 2-7pm on Monday, November 10, 2025 and will continue from 9-10am on Tuesday, both at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home – SOUTH chapel in New Ulm.

A blessing of farewell will be at 10am on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home – SOUTH chapel. Burial will follow in the New Ulm City Cemetery.

To leave an online condolence for his family, or to sign the guestbook, go to: mvfh.org

Justin is survived by his parents, John and Yvonne “Porky” Reinarts of New Ulm; sons, Austin and Mason Reinarts; siblings, Troy Reinarts of New Ulm, Shelly Thomas of New Ulm; Brent (Julie) Reinarts of New Ulm; Austin’s and Mason’s mother, Jody Rhoades; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, many other relatives, and countless friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leonard and Roseal Helget and Leo and Rose Reinarts; uncle, Warren Helget; aunt, Bonnie Sweet.

Justin Paul Reinarts was born on September 2, 1975 in New Ulm to John and Yvonne “Porky” (Helget) Reinarts. He attended New Ulm High School. In 2008, Justin moved to Hanska and has been a proud member of the community ever since.

Over the years, Justin worked at Happy Joe’s, held a variety of positions at Turner Hall, bartended at and the Hanska Muni, and most recently, worked at Tommy Guns, and provided security at Jackpot Junction. For the past 20 years, he was devoted to his work in the hog barns at L&L Pork in Hanska, where his strong work ethic and dependability were well known.

Outside of work, Justin loved spending time with friends and family. He enjoyed playing broomball, playing and umpiring softball in Courtland and Sigel, playing cards, and working on demo cars. Some great memories were made participating in demolition derbies with his nephews. Justin had a deep love for animals, especially dogs, and enjoyed spending time with them while working on the farm. Justin had a wide circle of friends from all walks of life and was known for his kind heart and willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need.

Overall, Justin loved and was very proud of his two sons, who meant the world to him. He also cherished his family and valued the moments spent together.

Justin proudly served on the Hanska Fire Department for 17 years, joining in September of 2008. His commitment to helping others and his community was a true reflection of his caring spirit.

Blessed be his memory.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

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