David Reuse Obituary
David was a retired Cleveland Police Officer and an active member of his community no matter where he lived, most recently as an EMT and Firefighter in Lower Salem, Belpre, Bethel, Devola and Oak Grove. David touched the lives of so many through his acts of service. He was always willing to give a helping hand to anyone in need and will be missed by many, but his legacy will live forever.
David is survived by sons: David (Kaylee) Reuse of Lower Salem and Jonathan (Erin) Thomas of Berea and daughters: JoAnn Reuse and Penelope Thomas both of Cleveland and will be remembered by his grandchildren: Justin, Braxton, Bentley, Trinity, Mia, Kalel, Annabella, Emma, Alexzandriah, Arianna, Damarion, Desiree and Jennyanalis. Also surviving are his brothers: Elmer, Hank, and Rick and a sister, Janette.
On September 14, 2024 he was preceded in death by the love of his life Rebecca Ann Barker. In addition to Rebecca and his parents, David was preceded in death by brothers, Bill and Allen and a sister, Carol.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 22nd from 2pm to 4pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. A full Fireman's Funeral Service will follow at 4 pm.
Any donations or contributions in David's honor may be made to the funeral home. Messages of sympathy may be sent at www.Lankfordfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Pastor Bob Miller AKA Lt. Miller CPD Retired
March 24, 2025
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Allen & Marcella Fleming
March 21, 2025
If I only had an over abundance of words and time to write about this Dear Friend. I met Dave 6 years ago when he joined Salem´s Fire Dept. Dave was such a dedicated, helpful, friendly and just an all around special guy. I will forever miss his texts, messages, phone calls and visits at our home. I love and miss you, my friend and brother EMS team member. RIP, we will take it from here.
Michelle Kinard
March 20, 2025
Prayers for all his family and friends, a hole in our hearts for sure. You messaged me every day, you were loving, funny and i did get you to smile. Ill miss you my friend i sure loved it when you came to Georgia with me. Fly high and give Becky a hug. Thank you for all the lives you touched even those you didnt know but always helped.
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