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Reece Going Obituary
Reece was born on February 7, 1952, to the late Bill and Betty Going in Valdese, North Carolina. On May 15, 1983, he married Susan Creviston on the campus of Lander College.
Reece graduated from Greenwood High School, earned a bachelor's degree from Lander College, and a master's degree from Clemson University.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Susan Going; his son, Michael Going; daughter in-law, Pamela Santos; and his beloved pets, Mac and Mr. Funk.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Billy T Going.
Reece requested that there not be a funeral or a memorial.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont (408 West Alexander Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29646), The Lander Men's Tennis Team (Lander Foundation, 320 Stanley Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29649), or a charity of one's choice.
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Doug Lowe
May 19, 2024
Reece was my true and loyal friend for over half a century. We went to school together (Northside JHS & Greenwood HS), worked together (highway department), partied together (Starnes, etc.) and shared many happy and boisterous times. He was always there through good times and bad times. We always spoke on our shared birthday (2/7/52) despite living in different states. He could sometimes be outrageous but was always outrageously funny and had a kind and generous heart. Reece stories and memories are too numerous to name. He will be missed by all who knew him. Thank you Reece for letting me be a part of your life. You were one of a kind!
Barry Young
May 17, 2024
I met Reece in Jr. HS. I played tennis for the first time with Reece with white balls at Lander College campus. I have many memories of my life with Reece that make me want to laugh. We saw King Kong at the movie theatre together in Atlanta that starred Jessica Lange on the very first row. Everyone knows Kong was a big ape but on the first row it was truly amazing. Sometimes I think I could laugh for the rest of my life about my times with Reece. I will miss Reece for my eternity. Reece's heart was always in the right place.
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Harold Crawford
May 16, 2024
I met Reece at 12 years old at Northside Junior High and we were close friends since that time. Reece loved his family and his friends dearly. I´d like to think I was in the family category. I know he was always a part of my family. I´ll miss him always.
Reid Pannill
May 16, 2024
Reese was a fiercely loyal friend and fun doubles partner who could always make you laugh..Great memories. Rest in peace friend.
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John Stewart
May 15, 2024
Reece was a great guy and will be missed tremendously.
He was everybody's "best" friend. A real character and extremely fun to talk with.
. Terry Robinson
May 14, 2024
Loved talking to Reese and petting Mac on dog walks. He really loved his tennis and the Lander team. My Maddie loved nosing up to Mac. Blessings to the family. Terry Robinson
Jimmy Harlow
May 14, 2024
Best friend for 50+ years. Many adventures together. Reece had a good heart and will be greatly missed.
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