Carl Reinhardt, 86, retired from international finance
April 25, 2024
Frederick Carl Reinhardt of Pawleys Island died April 7 in Myrtle Beach following a brief illness. He was 86.
Known as Carl, he was born June 10, 1937, in Pittsburgh, the son of Frederick and Grace Reinhardt. He attended Shady Side Academy, graduated from Harvard College and conducted post-graduate studies at the University of Michigan.
His career in international finance spanned over six decades, in three separate chapters. Mr. Reinhardt started as a corporate banker with Bank of America, working as a manager in Guatemala, Bolivia, Colombia and Panama before moving to London. He returned to New York City with his family, working in leadership positions with Banca Serfin and Allied Bank International.
Mr. Reinhardt then worked as a development banker with the Overseas Private Investment Corp. (now known as the U.S. International Development Finance Corp.) where he was director of Latin America Project Lending and director of Business Development.
The final chapter of his career was as an impact investor, serving as a founding partner of Dev Equity, a social impact fund active in Latin America.
He was remembered for his sharp mind, direct analysis and open heart. He was an original, shaped by his upbringing, global experiences, and deep convictions.
Mr. Reinhardt was an active parishioner of Holy Cross-Faith Memorial Episcopal Church and National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. His passions included listening to classical music, collecting unique art, travel and reading.
He is survived by his son, Peter Reinhardt of Summit, N.J.; his daughter, Elizabeth Bredahl (Thomas) of Darien, Conn.; nine grandchildren; and his life partner, Gail Whitehead of Conway.
Another daughter, Maria Reinhardt DeCesare, died before him.
A memorial service will be held June 10 at 4:30 p.m. at Holy Cross-Faith Memorial Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Maria Fund at the University of Michigan, Shady Side Academy of Pittsburgh, or Holy Cross-Faith Memorial Episcopal Church.
There is a guestbook at burroughsfh.com.
