Mildred Marie Reece

Mildred Marie Reece obituary, Pasadena, TX

Mildred Marie Reece

Mildred Reece Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rasberry Family Funeral Home - Houston on Jan. 22, 2026.
Mildred Marie Reece (Millie), age 72, of Pasadena, TX went to be with Lord on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

She was born in Houston, Texas on October 25, 1953, to Henry Kominczak and Mary Jankowiak Kominczak . She was married to John Reece, Jr (Buddy) for 49 years before his passing in 2024. Mildred (Millie) worked over 35 years and retired from The City of Houston. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

She attended and graduated Jefferson Davis High School. She loved spending time with her grandkids, daughter, and family.

She is proceeded in death by her mother Mary Kominczak, father Henry Kominczak and sister Betty Kominczak.

She is survived by her daughter; Melanie Reece-Hodge and husband Anthony Hodge; Granddaughters; Kayla Hodge and Danielle Hodge, Grandson; Anthony Hodge, Jr (Calvin), Sisters; Margaret Fann and Dorothy Cendalski, in laws Avis Hightower and husband Chuck Hightower and Sandra Everett and husband Jay Everett, Tammy Reece, and numerous nieces and nephews. She had some great neighbors who were always ready to lend a helping hand for her and her late husband, which is greatly appreciated.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Mildred's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Mildred Reece's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Mildred Reece's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?