Passing of Professor Emeritus and Former History Chair Dr. Eric Reiche

The History Department notes the passing of Professor Emeritus Eric Reiche, colleague and long-time History Chair who died at age 92 after a long illness. Eric got his PhD from the University of Delaware with a concentration on German history from 1870 to the post World War II era, but especially Nazi Germany. He also taught general European history since the French Revolution and Russian history from 1917 to the post World War II era. Eric is survived by his long-time partner Dr. Mary-Anne Cyphers-Reiche and two children.

A celebration of Eric’s life is set for March 27th at Gilbert and MacIntyre Funeral home, Hart Chapel, with visitation at 11 and ceremony at 12. Burial will be at Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery.