James W. "Jim" Reese

James Reese Obituary

JAMES W. "JIM" REESE of Spring, TX passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 2004 while being treated for injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born in Lakeport, California on September 16, 1953. Age 51. He will be dearly missed by his wife Melodee and children Jeremy, Rachael and Alicia. He is the son of Margaret and the late Bob Reese of Lakeport, CA. Survivors include his sister Patti Gernert and husband Gary, brother Gordon Reese, father-in-law Bill Sterbenk and his wife Valerie, brother-in-law Mark Sterbenk and his wife Lori. He was preceded in death by sister Diane Reese. Jim is the adored uncle of seven nieces and nephews. He was especially cherished by his Challenge Soccer Club players and families. Jim was raised in Lakeport, California where he was active in Baseball, Football and Wrestling. He continued sports at Napa and Santa Rosa Junior Colleges and worked for a short time in his father's theatre business before taking a job with N L McCullough. He progressed through the company and served as Engineering Manager, Ballistics Technology Development Group, Baker Atlas division of Baker Hughes. Jim's work took him to various states and countries around the world.. Jim's passions include fishing, hunting, motorcycles, golf and soccer. His role as soccer dad evolved into soccer coach as his talent and desire to help kids lead to his current status as a primary coach for the Challenge Soccer Club. Jim traveld throughout the country with his teams, providing them college exposure and scholarship opportunity. He looked forward to golfing more, riding his Harley and a long overdue cruise vacation with his "bride" of 29 years. The sorrow of Jim's loss will be shared by many. Visitation will be held on Monday October 4, 2004 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Klein Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 Tuesday, October 5, 2004 at Klein Funeral Home, 16131 Champion Forest Drive, Klein, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Challenge Soccer Club, 616738 A. Stuebner Airline, Spring, TX 77379 for their scholarship fund.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Oct. 3 to Oct. 4, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for James Reese

11 Entries

Pattie Currie/Johnston

October 25, 2004

I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy. I remember so many fun times as a child with Jimmy. How awful this must be for all of you. Now that with God's help you can endure all things. Love, Pattie Currie

Patti Gernert

October 9, 2004

Today I returned to California after spending the past week in Texas with my brother's family. My heart aches with sorrow, but is soothed by the tremendous outpouring of support shown to Melodee, the kids and the rest of our family since Jim's accident. We always knew he was special, but didn't fully realize the magnitude of his influence on so many others. "Thank You" is not enough to express our appreciation for the kindness shown to us by the soccer community, Baker Atlas, neighbors and friends from Houston and around the world. I feel blessed to have met so many wonderful, kind people in Texas and hope that, given the opportunity, I would touch someone else in their time of need as you all have touched us. Peace and healing to you.

Kristy Collison

October 5, 2004

Mr. Reese as I have always called him was my cllub coach for aabout 3-4 years. There wasn't a day that went by at practie or a game that he wouldn't ask... "So Kristy how is everything going". He always had a smile and had a very joking personality. I am so thankful that I was able to graduate from Challenge and he was there to be our coach the whole way through. He was a great guy that traveled all over the world. He will truely be missed and made a profound effect on numerous lives. You will be missed but I know you are in a better place now and are looking down upon everyone.

Ray Tribble

October 4, 2004

I have nothing but great memories of Jim. He and I have known one another for 20 plus years and his birthday is the day before mine. I remember calling him from the mountains of Wyoming this year just to remind him that "I was chasing Elk in the High Country". His response was 100% Jim. I will miss my friend dearly and I will always carry him in my heart to the mountains. We had good times there and he always seemed one with the outdoors. God has a fantastic sidekick to help him with his chores. My heart and thoughts go out for Mel & the kids. But I cannot think of anyone better to look over them and their future. God bless and Jim... I will look up from the mountains and think of you always.

Your Friend,

Julie Koch

October 4, 2004

Jim was an awesome man and will be greatly missed by all of us. He made a lasting impression on me and I will always be grateful for the wonderful times we shared at work. You all are in my prayers. God Bless all of you.

Anna Tribble

October 4, 2004

I would like to send my condolences to Melody and the kids. Jim was a wonderful guy. I was his first secretary when he was the Technical Manager for NL McCullough in Midland,TX many years ago. I will never forget how he was with his young family. He was quite the family man, adoring his children and deeply in love with Mel. He was a wonderful boss and I appreciated his kind ways and wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed by all of his friends from all over the world.

Kyle Bethel

October 4, 2004

It was a terrible phone call to haer of Jim's passing. I hand the honor to work with Jim for several years and was amazed at how well he kept his cool in adverse situations. He will be missed.

Then Surkeins

October 4, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as we mourn the passing of a great guy, a great dad and a great coach. Our hearts are saddened by Jim's passing.

Marilyn Anderson

October 4, 2004

I was so very sorry to hear about Jim. He was a wonderful person and coach. My daughter, Mackenzie Shriner, was very fond of him as a coach and a friend. We will be truly miss him and we will pray for your family. God bless you all. Ron & Marilyn Anderson, Mackenzie & Chelsea Shriner.

Dan, Brenda, and Holly Brady

October 3, 2004

We have so many fond memories of Jim. I still think about how in New York Holly wouldn't get into the ocean because of sharks, and Jim through her in. We look back and just laugh about some of the fun things that happened over the four years that Holly played for him. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all during this hard time.

Sincerely

Bruce DeAngelo

October 3, 2004

Jim was a joy to work with and work for. I will miss him very much. My prayers are with his family. My God bless him and take care of him.

Bruce

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