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Terry Alan "Terrance The Coffee Man" Reis

Terry Reis Obituary

Terry Alan "Terrance the Coffee Man" Reis 60, Cordova, crossed over Wednesday (07/16/08) at home from complications due to pancreatic cancer. Born June 27, 1948 at Lincoln. Attended Lincoln Southeast High School; Veteran, U.S Air Force; serving during the Vietnam War. After serving his country, he moved to California where he managed Silverman's Clothing during the 1970's and later found his true calling "romancing the bean" as a coffee roaster for Dietrich's Coffee from 1987 to 1996. In 1996, he moved back to Lincoln and opened Coffee Culture, where he continued to share his passion and knowledge of the industry. He was a loyal Roy Rogers fan and loved the old west and military history; an avid reader, writer, movie buff and herbalist. He enjoyed surfing the web, traveling, good conversation, and the company of friends and family. He was kind to all creatures great and small. A true renaissance man.
Survivors: wife, DiAnna Danielson; children, Buckwheat; Maxine; Korki; Simon; Skylurr; Nyx; Edith Anne; Izzy; Bialey; Sarge; JR; and Harry Dancer; parents, Max and Ruby Reis, Lincoln; brother and sister-in-law, Max, Jr. and Viake Reis, Lincoln; sister, Jan O'Brien, Cook; sister and brother-in-law, Debra and Jim Jenkins, Lincoln; mother-in-law, Maggie Danielson, Merriam, Kan.; father-in-law and spouse, John and Carol Danielson, Lincoln; sisters-in-law and spouses, Dee Dee and Mike Reinke; Dawn and Jeff Lomax, all Lincoln; sister-in-law, Dayna Holmberg, Glendale, Ariz.; brother-in-law, John T. Danielson, Lincoln; nephews and nieces, Zach; Ben; Sam; Chelsea; Danny; Jenny; Jeremiah; Danielle; James; Chelsea; Zachariah; and Nicholas; grandmother-in-law, Mary Ellen Danielson, West Point; dear friend, Guy Stewart; beloved cousins, extended family; friends and clients. Preceded in death by Patience Reis and many other furry friends; grandparents, Elza and Marie Reis; Charles and Tressa Westbrook; and dear friend, Mark Maxson.
Celebration of Life Service: 11 a.m. Saturday (07/26/08) at the home of Terrance and Di Reis, 595 Socrates, Cordova, NE 68330. No visitations. Memorials to the family. Condolences or personal reflections at Aspenaftercare.com. Cremation services provided by Aspen Cremation and Burial Services, Inc.

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Published by Lincoln Journal Star on Jul. 20, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Terry Reis

16 Entries

Dawn Lomax

August 14, 2008

Terrance, a man of many things and most of all passion! Whether it's life, family, politics or coffee Terrance put his heart and sole into it. He will be greatly missed; his wisdom, smile and sense of humor. Without a doubt he has touch so many lives he never realized the impact.

Thank you for the honor of being by your side. Rest in peace my friend, you will never be forgotten!

Andy-sis, cherrish every memory you have as they will never fade away. Continue making more memories and share them with Terrance. It's what he would want for you.
All my love with both of you!!!

Jeffrie Goltz

July 29, 2008

Terry will be missed. He was a good friend and I will cherish the good times that we had.
I am greatly saddened to hear about his passing.

Di Danielson-Reis

July 28, 2008

My sincere thanks and gratitude to all of you who sent cards, emails, called and/or attended the Celebration of Terrance's Life. Your condolences and comforting words and actions have warmed my heart and touched my soul's core. Terrance cared deeply and passionately about his family, friends and clients, so know that he is with you always... joining in when you are sipping a cup of coffee or discussing politics or just having a quiet reflective moment. He is with us always.

Take care,
Di

Merwinna Stevens

July 27, 2008

I am so sorry to learn that Terry has died. He was a kind and gentle man, and I liked him very much. I was really sad when the Coffee Culture closed.

After years of looking, I finally found his buisness card today while packing to move. I tried to call him. Then I looked for him online. That is when I made my sad discovery.

My heart and prayers are with you.

Connie Wright Keeper of the Names

July 26, 2008

On behalf of the Lincoln Memorial Day Observance Association (LMDOA) we would like to express our sincere sympathy on the loss of your loved one. A man of great courage who served in our nation’s military , so that we may have the freedoms we enjoy in America today. Each year, a Candlelight Vigil is held on Memorial Day night at the Antelope Park Veterans Memorial Garden, 30th and “A” Street in Lincoln. At this time, all names of veterans of our Armed Forces, in Lancaster County, who passed away since the last Memorial Day Candlelight Service, are read in a solemn ceremony. Terry's name will be read at this time. We invite you to come out for this service and bring your family and friends. (Bring lawn chairs)

Ed Hoffman, President

Dayna Holmberg

July 24, 2008

Terr,
You will be missed, my friend. You're wonderful smile lit up the room! Thank you for your thoughtfulness & wisdom that helped me get through such a tough time. Please be the angel you are and look after my sis from Heaven.
Andy,
Love you beatiful girl! Remember the good times with Terr and be thankful. You have been blessed to have had such a wonderful person in your life.

Genevieve Randall

July 23, 2008

It's hard to believe such a vibrant man is gone. Di, I'll be thinking about you, you are a strong person. Terrence made the best coffee I've ever had. I'll never forget watching him pull a sample of beans out of the roaster, shake his head, put it back and pull it out again later..."now it's done." It looked the same to me! He was so proud of the quality of his coffee that he wouldn't let me buy more than a quarter pound; if I'd bought more I wouldn't have used it before the flavor started to change. Coffee Culture was a favorite spot for me...baristas yelling "Full City!", pictures of rabbits on the wall, and of course Terrence and Di...and their matching tatoos. I miss him.

Bill Snyder

July 21, 2008

Terry, I believe we were friends many years ago. I lived in College View on 52nd St. We used to ride bikes together in the neighborhood. My friends told me how great your place was and I am greatful to know what a tremendous life you have lived and how you touched so many by your love and character. God bless you and your family and a memory of 50 plus years ago of you and others; in our neighborhood, will never pass. May you rest in ever lasting peace. Bill Snyder.

Michelle Crawford

July 21, 2008

He was a good man with a great, caring heart. I was sad to see Coffee Culture close. I loved his white mochas & "cultural awakenings". Terry will be greatly missed.
Sincerly,
Michelle Crawford (a former daily customer)

Judith Rippe

July 21, 2008

Max and Ruby, DiAnna and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May your many happy memories carry you through your sorrow.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Judy Rippe, Marj Reis Paul's daughter

sheri keller pope

July 21, 2008

i have many good memories of when we were kids and our parents got together to play cards. i know terry will be much missed.

Julie M Randall

July 21, 2008

My family and I will always remember Terry and Coffee Culture. Terry will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with Di and all his family.

A M

July 20, 2008

Thanks for all the great coffee!! I've never had a Mocha that matched those I had a Coffee Culture. I will remember you well!

Pam & Mike Fox

July 20, 2008

We will always remember Terry, he was such a good person. His obituary is a testament that he had a wonderful life & surrounded himself with lots of loving people. Our prayers are with all the family.

Chelsea O'Brien

July 20, 2008

What a great man, I love you Uncle Terry.

Dollar General W O st

July 20, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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