Mr. Haldor B. Reinholt

Haldor Bernt Reinholt skied off into the sunset on April 28, 2026. Born January 11, 1937, in Trondheim, Norway, he was a husband, father, engineer, self-made businessman, coach, teacher, gentleman-and one of the world's best ski racers. Haldor grew up in Trondheim during the World War II occupation, an experience that shaped him and became a source of stories he shared throughout his life. He began skiing at age four, showed natural talent, and started competing at 14. By 1954, he was racing on the World Cup circuit and was regarded as one of Norway's top slalom skiers. Committed to both sport and education, he studied engineering at the Oslo Polytechnic Institute, graduating in 1958, and then served 18 months in the Norwegian Air Force. He later returned to racing and was named to the Norwegian Olympic team, though alpine skiers ultimately could not be sent due to lack of funding. He spent several years in Canada, skiing competitively while working for RCA Victor in microwave communications. After a brief return to Norway, Haldor immigrated to the United States in 1962. While teaching skiing and math in New Hampshire, he met Eugenia Rufo, the love of his life. They married just two months later, on September 7, 1963, beginning a lifelong partnership of adventure and devotion. Over the next seven years, Haldor taught at prep schools before settling at Windsor Mountain School in Lenox, MA where he and Eugenia built their home for more than 60 years. During this time, they welcomed their son, Hans Reinholt, and daughter, Sonja Reinholt. After teaching, Haldor founded Reinholt Real Estate and Small World Travel, two successful businesses that he built with the help of his partner Eugenia. For more than 40 years, Haldor continued racing on the Masters Circuit, consistently winning his class and often besting younger competitors. He earned numerous national and international Masters titles. He also supported his community - giving to many local organizations - but one of his favorites was leading the creation of Bullard Woods Park in Lenox on Stockbridge Bowl. Haldor is survived by his wife, Eugenia Rufo Reinholt, his daughter, Sonja Reinholt Derr and his son-in-law Andrew Derr, his son, Hans Reinholt, his grandchildren, Luca Derr, Ava Reinholt, and Jon Reinholt, his niece, Candida Rufo, and her children, Caila Burke, Robbie Burke, and Esther Chilson. His best friends were his brothers - Jon, Torbjorn, and Jorg Reinholt - but he leaves behind many friends and family that he loved. There will be no services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu, ski your hearts out, travel, and keep a sneaky tennis move in your pocket-for him.

Mr. Haldor B. Reinholt

January 11, 1937 - April 28, 2026