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Max Reese
1932 - 2025
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1932
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2025
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Max Reese Obituary
May 23, 1932 - September 24, 2025
Max left this world peacefully, at the age of 93, surrounded by his loved ones. Max Ray Reese was born May 23, 1932, in Conover, N.C., the son of Brady Cornelius Bowman and Cecil Malcolm Reese. Throughout his life, Max was a source of love and support to his family. He was a devoted husband of 65 years to Carolyn Fowler Reese and loving father to his three children. Max worked for the city of Hickory for 32 years. Max was a follower of Jesus Christ and member of First United Methodist Church. Max was known for his quiet and strong demeanor to his family and friends. Max is survived by his wife, Carolyn; his daughter, Kay Robinson (David) of Ohio; as well as six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Max was preceded in death by his two sons, Malcolm (Martha) of Bethlehem and David (Lisa) of Statesville. Also surviving are his sisters, Betty Marshall and Patricia Sigmon; as well as many numerous nieces and nephews. The Reese family would like to thank Trinity Village and Carolina Caring for all the love and care given to Max and Carolyn over the past three years. "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise " - Luke 23:43.
Services will be held Sunday, September 28th, with receiving of family and friends from 2 to 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Hickory following with the celebration of life at 3 p.m. A private burial for family will take place immediately after the service at Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Max to Carolina Caring or First United Methodist of Hickory.
Condolences may be sent to the Reese family at www.drumfh-hickory.com.
Drum Funeral Home in Hickory is honored to be serving the Reese family.
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Elaine Kalbe
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Dear Carolyn,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult, sad and stressful time. I know that Max was a good man and you were wonderful during his years of declining health. Sending healing hopes and prayers for you and your loved ones.
With love and sympathy,
Lani
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