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Matthew William Reoch
Sept. 25, 1986 -Jan. 16 2021
BLOOMINGTON - Matthew William Reoch, age 34, formerly of Bloomington, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021 in Rapid City, South Dakota.
He was born on September 25, 1986 in Toms Rivers, New Jersey. Having been raised in Bloomington-Normal, he graduated from University High School in 2005 and continued his education at Augustana College where he was a member of the football team. In 2011, he graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and was commissioned as an Officer in the United States Air Force. He fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a USAF pilot flying both the B-52H and B-1B bombers. Matthew was a combat veteran of Operation Inherent Resolve and Operation Freedom's Sentinel serving his country in multiple overseas tours. He was known to live life to the fullest and always loved a good adventure. Matthew spread joy through traveling the world, hiking, running, and his passion for flying. He will be remembered for his contagious laugh and ability to light up any room.
He is survived by his parents, Dale and Debbie Roy Reoch; his sisters, Carrie (Chris) Veal of Delavan and Jessica Reoch of Leroy, IL, and one nephew Nathan Veal, and his loving girlfriend, Angela. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend.
A private memorial service is scheduled for January 28, 2021 at 1 PM at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois.
Beck Memorial Home in Bloomington is handling arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) in memory of Matthew Reoch (TAPS.org).
Online condolences may be left at www.beckmemorial.com
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Pat Cunningham
February 6, 2021
My heart goes out to you. There are no words, but know many are thinking of you and will for a long time.
Chelsea Schurr
January 27, 2021
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. My husband went to college with him. We had many fun adventures back in our college days. He was an amazing friend and will be greatly missed
Jeff SPOON Kakaley
January 25, 2021
Jeff SPOON Kakaley
January 25, 2021
Jeff SPOON Kakaley
January 25, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Matt and I spent every day together for almost 6 months while deployed. He was one of the most caring, genuine people I´ve ever met. I could tell you so many stories from our deployment. How we made "office life" bearable. How we ate chicken tenders every Tuesday and Saturday. How we probably ate at least 1,000 packs of Oreos. All of these things make me smile. I am happy to have known Matt. I will miss you brother.
Jean Thoennes
January 25, 2021
To Carrie and Debbie and your families....I am so very, very sorry for your loss!! Your brother and son, sounds like he was a very good man and brought happiness to your family in many ways! Sending you all prayers of strength and healing!!
Love, Jean Thoennes
Linda Sears
January 25, 2021
Deepest sympathy to Debbie and her family!
Joan Dell'Armo-Spinnanger
January 24, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jon Shake Birmingham
January 24, 2021
Jon Shake Birmingham
January 24, 2021
Zach Streng
January 24, 2021
Matt was an amazing person who truly left an impact on me. He not only showed me the ropes as I came into the squadron, but made me feel valued and respected. I truly try to emulate him and how he treated others on a daily basis. He was a great man and will be sorely missed by all
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