John David Reese's Obituary
John David Reese, age 43, died Sunday, May 10, 2009 at Fredonia Regional Hospital in Fredonia KS. John was born March 26 1966 in Wichita, Kansas. The son of John and Janice (Baldridge) Reese.
On Feb. 25, 1990, John was united in marriage to Deborah Ann Williamson in Wichita, Kansas, and was married for 19 years. She survives at their home.
John graduated from the Air Capital Christian Academy. He worked for Copeland International – Trucking. He was also a CNA at Fredonia Regional Hospital, and a small engine mechanic at Steve’s True Value. John loved spending time with his family. He loved basketball and was an avid K.U. fan. John loved history, and helping people, but was also known for his practical jokes. John was also close to his mother-in-law Norma Williamson.
Including his wife, John is survived by:
Mother:
Janice Reese Wichita, KS
Son:
Shawn Reese Fredonia, KS
Daughter:
Shonda Reese Fredonia, KS
Two Sisters:
Leeta Barrier Wichita, KS
Kimberly Beeson Wichita, KS
Two Brothers:
Roy Reese Haysville, KS
Richard Reese Wichita, KS
Mother-In-Law:
Norma Williamson Republic, MO
Nephew:
Brandon Willard Wichita, KS
Many other nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by: His father John.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM, Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at Countryside Funeral Home in Fredonia, KS with Pastor Max Dawson officiating. Funeral Service to follow at First Pentecostal Church in Wichita, KS with Pastor Marrell Cornwell at 2:30PM. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Cheney, KS. Visitation will be Tuesday May 12 from 3–7PM with family receiving friends from 5-7PM. The family suggests Donations to memorial of choice, and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Services entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home P.O. Box 247 Fredonia, KS 66736
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