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95, of Dover, died Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021 in his home following a brief illness. Born May 25, 1925 in Homeworth, Ohio, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Sylvia (Emmons) Reese. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Connie (Zifer) Reese who died Oct. 27, 2016, a daughter, Kim Homman, a sister, Frances Hawkins and a brother, Daniel Reese. Jack was a schoolteacher, athletic trainer, and coach having retired from Dover High School. He previously taught and coached at Tusky Valley, and Dundee. He and his wife Connie also owned and operated the former Bassetti's Restaurant in New Philadelphia and Zifaro's Pizza in Uhrichsville. He was a well known area World War II U.S. Army Air Corp veteran having received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroic actions at a special ceremony in 2015. 70 years after his service to his country and was recognized and honored at a service in the Ohio Capitol in Columbus that same year. He also received the French Legion of Honour (highest French order of merit). He was a tail gunner on a B-17 bomber nicknamed "Ole Skatterflak" and flew 35 missions during the war having served in the 337th Bombardment group in Hamburg, Germany. He completed his high school education following his service to his country and later graduated from Mt. Union College. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dover, New Philadelphia VFW, Knights of Columbus, and served as Commander of the Dover American Legion. He will be remembered for his many years of laying the wreath at Memorial Day services in Maple Grove Cemetery at Dover.
He will be sadly missed by his family including his two sons, John and Gary Reese both of Dover along with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
At his request, cremation will take place and a memorial mass will be held Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021 beginning at 11am at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Jimmy Hatfield officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery at Dover where military honors will be conducted by the New Philadelphia VFW. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10-11 am. Those unable to attend or who may wish to express a fond memory of Jack can sign the online guestbook by visiting the funeral home website at: www.tolandherzig.com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dover American Legion, 405 W. 15th St., Dover, Ohio 44622 to be used for future projects.
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Kathleen (Kathy) Dombrink
December 19, 2021
I had occasion to meet Jesse (Jack) at the 2019 reunion of the 96th Bomb Group Association in St. Louis. I was attending this reunion to honor a friend, Glenn Harrison. I was especially pleased to meet Jack and his son because I learned that we shared a mutual friend in Cliff Schrader, a former chemistry teacher at Dover High School. ( I am a retired chemistry teacher in St. Louis who knew Cliff in professional circles.). I throughly enjoyed my informal conversation with Jack and his son Gary. My most vivid memory, though, was listening to Jack and Glenn each speak about their personal experiences in WW II to a rapt audience of admirers. You could have heard a pin drop as they humbly shared their roles in being part of the "Greatest Generation". Even though my encounter with Jack was relatively brief, I still remember it with much fondness and admiration. My deepest condolences to his family.
Dr Jim Karlowicz
February 7, 2021
So proud of Jack as a war veteran, teacher, and business owner. He encouraged me to join the American Legion and get involved. I only new of him initially as a member of St Joseph Church where it was so uplifting to see him and Connie at Sunday Mass. Jack was a patriotic example to people of all ages. Even in his later years as commander of the Dover American Legion we all learned from his wise counsel. It was a privilege in November 2020 to drive him to the recruiting stations in Canton and Dover to pick up gift items for Veteran's Day to give away to local residents at the Dover Buehler's. I could go on but there will be conspicuous emptiness in our community and at the American Legion Hall without Jack.
Peace to his family and friends and fellow veterans who he served with.
Heaven is a brighter place for his presence.
David Stone
February 3, 2021
Mr Reese was my science teacher at Mineral City and a dedicated teacher. As I recall my dad’s Dachshound came from a litter Mr Reese had raised. Fond memories...
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Dennis Wilson Rubright
February 3, 2021
I was saddedned to hear about Jesse. I remember him from when I was in grade school at Park School in Dover in the 1960s and he was a teacher. Through the years, I would run into him often and he was such a good man, a proud and patriotic person and someone I always had a deep admiration for. My thoughts go out to John and Gary during this difficult time.
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