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Guy Reese Obituary
Pleasant Hill
Guy "Red" Reese passed away July 27, 2015. He was born December 28, 1932 in Des Moines to James "Guy" and Betty (Pease) Reese.
Guy was a member of Izaak Walton League, East High Alumni Association and Grandview Lutheran Church. He pitched 5 years of professional baseball ending with the Des Moines Bruins. He was an avid lover of horse racing and visited tracks all over the world, including Hong Kong, Australia, Europe and every track in Canada. Guy worked for route sales for most of his career Wonder Bread, Little Debbie, and Cimino's, Guy also owned Brownies tavern in Des Moines
Guy is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Walmer) Reese; Kern (Gail) Reese of Pleasant Hill, Renae (David Blatt) of Hartford, CT; Barton (Teresa) of Lee's Summit, MO; Robin of Pleasant Hill, Jason of Des Moines, son in-law, Terry Larson of Pleasant Hill, 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; sisters, Elaine Reese of Des Moines and Lois Charter of Kerrville, TX; sisters in-law, June, Pauline and Ruth Reese; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jon and daughter Sarah , his brothers, Jim, Bill and John; and sisters, Maryellen Johnson, Phyllis Frisk and Doris Reese.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 am Saturday August 1, 2015 at Grandview Lutheran Church located at 2930 E. 13th Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 pm on Friday, July 31, 2015 at Iles-Grandview Park Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Des Moines East High Alumni Association Scholarship Fund, PO Box 3070, Des Moines, IA 50316.
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Tina Sepich
August 22, 2015
Robin sorry to hear about your dad I know how much you loved him and how close you were. He was a neat man and I know its not easy when you lose a sister and father so close but you know they are watching over you. My thoughts are with you.
Larry, Nancy and all of the Young family
August 4, 2015
Mrs Reese, Robin, Jason and the rest of this neat family, we were so sadden to hear about Mr Reese and missing the chance to pay our respects. Your family has been a part of the "Best" of East High Basketball. Mr Reese was always enthusiastic and boisterous at the games. Larry remembers whenever Mr Reese would see Larry (jr) he would always call out "hey knee high" no matter where they were and then laugh real loud. What a laugh it was. He was not bashful about sharing his thoughts or opinions with others whether they were ready or not. We will miss him. Remember the past and cherish your memories. We will treasure ours. What a "Guy"
Laurie Carberry Emig
August 2, 2015
RIP Guy Reese. You were one of a kind. You're sense of humor and kindness will live with me forever.
Cindy McFarlane
July 30, 2015
Our loving condolences to Marilyn and the whole family. From: The McFarlane Family
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Blake Frisk
July 30, 2015
Aunt Marilyn & all my cousins. So sad to hear the news about Uncle Guy. Been thinking of him all week. Remembering all those fun times growing up! God Bless you & the family. I'm proud to be part of the Reese family!
Deloria Jacobsen
July 30, 2015
Marilyn, thinking of you and sending my condolences.
Patrick Mitchell
July 30, 2015
A great guy, He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. The Mitchell's.
Teri Cross
July 30, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to Robin and her whole family. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you during this difficult time.
July 30, 2015
MARILYN,
With heavy hearts we wish you and yours our deepest sympathy for your loss of the Big Guy!
Ron and Cara Stewart
sonya bonnett
July 29, 2015
Thinking of you and your family.
Guy Reese
July 28, 2015
We are very sad to hear about Uncle Guy.
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