Douglas Joseph Reyer Jr.
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Mr. Douglas Joseph Reyer, Jr., 76, passed away on October 16, 2024, at Oschner Rush Hospital in Meridian, Mississippi. A memorial service will be held Sunday November 3, 2024 at 11:00AM at St. Matthew Baptist Church in Houston, Mississippi (678 N Jefferson St, Houston, MS 38851). Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Reyer was born February 23, 1948, to the late Douglas Reyer and Margaret Robert Craig. After obtaining his Associate's degree in Welding Technology, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he proudly served his country. After his years of service, he remained a proud veteran, always telling stories about his time in service.
Mr. Reyer loved anything and everything Western. Whether he was watching television or reading a book, it would always be a Western of some kind. He was also an avid outdoorsman, never missing an opportunity to spend time in nature either hunting or fishing. Mr. Reyer also had a passion and incredible talent for woodworking.
Above all, Mr. Reyer was a man who always made others feel comfortable and welcomed around him. He had a wonderful, comforting presence, and he always accepted others as they were without judgement. He loved his family and friends fiercely, and through his love, touched so many lives. Although he has departed from our presence, Mr. Reyer's memory will hold a special place in the hearts and minds of his loved ones.
Mr. Reyer is survived by his loving wife, Laverta Reyer of Houston, Mississippi; one sister; two brothers; one granddaughter, Breanna Johnson; and his son, Reginald Cathey.
Mr. Reyer was preceded in death by his parents, Douglas Reyer and Margaret Robert Craig; and one son.
In lieu of traditional flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to your local food pantry in honor of Mr. Douglas Reyer, Jr.
Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford staff is honored to serve the family during this challenging season of life. Online condolences may be composed on his tribute wall at www.colemanfuneralhomeox.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Charles Reyer
March 9, 2025
Douglas was my oldest brother and my friend. We talked several times a week and I miss that.
He and I went fishing, crabbing and floundering a lot when we were kids. We would go to Moses pier and spend the whole night fishing.
He was the kindest person I've known and he didn't ever meet a stranger. If you treated him and his family with respect you got it back from him.
He fought in 'Nam as a door gunner in a helicopter. Protecting our men on the ground or on medical evac.
He worked at his church unloading, stocking and handing out "care packages" to those who needed a little help with food.
He is already being and will always be missed because he will live on in my heart and the hearts and minds of those who he knew.
That's why a donation to a food bank would be exactly what Doug Jr. would want instead of flowers.
Praying that God will bless and comfort all his family and friends.
Goodbye brother and watch for me, I'll be in heaven one day and I pray that the fish are biting!!
Charles
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Katherine Haney
October 21, 2024
Doug was my oldest brother he was there when I needed to call and talk I love and miss him...I never could have asked for a better brother other than him
John Whitlock
October 20, 2024
Doug was one of my first friends I met when I moved to Mississippi for a state job. We connected as veterans and had similar interests which only expanded over the years. Sorry to hear of his passing and condolences to his family. I miss his humor and the many kindnesses towards me.
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