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Jesse James "Jay" Reimers
November 26, 1979-June 14, 2020
DAVENPORT-Jesse James "Jay" Reimers 40, of Davenport passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at University of Iowa Hospitals, Iowa City.
Jesse was born in Davenport on November 26, 1979 to James and Deanna (Telsrow) Reimers.
Jay graduated from Davenport West High School in 1998 and was a certified fabricating welder with OK Welding in Davenport. He enjoyed playing pool, cooking and gardening.
Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2020 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Bentley Funeral Home in Durant.
Adhering to Iowa public health guidelines, masks are recommended and social distancing will be required.
A private family memorial service will follow the visitation.
Jay is survived by his children: Presley Reimers of Muscatine and Toni Reimers of Davenport, his parents; James and Deanna Reimers of Davenport; sister, JoDee (Ally) Malone of Rock Island, IL; brother, Jeffrey Reimers of Davenport, IA and numerous other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
A memorial has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary
June 10, 2025
Well, Jay, she is now a "grad" and is still doing well.
still with John Deere and has many JD venues open to her because she is totally amazing. She is planning her next step which may be into the military but still holding JD open as an option.
Mary Cooper
June 10, 2024
Today is a big day Jay
, your daughter officially begins at John Deere in welding. Although she is an apprentice she is looking forward to becoming a full member of the JD team. All of us are very proud of her and the person she has become.
Rolland and Mary
Mary and Rolland
July 3, 2023
Your legacy grows ..your daughter is one good welder, striving to be the best like her dad....she has been given special projects that reflect her abilities inherited from you.....
Mary and Rolland Cooper
June 10, 2022
To this day you are very missed Jay. We are taking care of your girl.....who is growing up to be a very good and wonderful person. She is vey independent, wonder where that comes from.
Hollie (Sinkler/Arp) Swain
July 1, 2020
With my deepest sympathies to the families of JJ.
Mom and Dad Cooper
June 21, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person and father. We will love you and miss you always Jay, and we will go forth with your legacy.
Sally Smith
June 20, 2020
I remember a sweet and ornery little boy running around out at the farm. May his Heaven be all that he imagined.
Murrell Jack
June 20, 2020
I will not the way on the grill and his laughter and his wit.
Sister
June 20, 2020
You were the best birthday gift I ever got. Ill love you forever my brother.
Jenni King
June 19, 2020
I will never forget his hugs and smiles!!!!!
Cindy Valdivia
June 19, 2020
Uncle Jim and Aunt Dee. Sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. Love Cindy.
Joe & Bernadette Kaney
June 19, 2020
A very giving and gentle person. Always with a smile. We will miss you.
Jeff & Cindy Kummer
June 18, 2020
Deanna and Jim,
We are so very sad to hear this. Love, prayer, hugs to you.
Mia Torres
June 17, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You were an awesome dude jesse. We will miss you ❤❤
Randy Bland
June 17, 2020
So sorry for the loss of your son Uncle Jim and Aunt Dee. Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Shelly Thomas
June 17, 2020
He was such a sweetheart. He was a good friend in Jr high school and high school. He always made your laugh.
Ron Hansen
June 17, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our thoughts are with you!
Melody Redell
June 17, 2020
Uncle Jim & Aunt Dee, so sorry for your loss my deepest sympathy to you all. RIP JJ.
Sue Hanson
June 17, 2020
I met Jesse at OK SHOP Lyle was away so He Welded my Old 71 Bike for 2 in Shape,really nice guy and glad I got to meet Him,May His Spirit And Many Memories Guide You All Through This Journey Of Life. God Bless Him.
Robertta Daufeldt (Smith)
June 17, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. Jesse will definitely be missed. I won't be able to pay my respects in person as work calls but just know you are all in my prayers. I have a lot of great memories with Jesse and your family.
Kathy Schmidt
June 16, 2020
So sorry , prayers to the family
Buzz and Ann Phillips
June 16, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Candyce (Shoppa) Hetzler Lloyd
June 16, 2020
Sorry to hear about this. Nice family. A sad loss for all involved!
Dee Stecher Williams
June 16, 2020
So sorry for your loss
Stephanie Shrum
June 16, 2020
Jesse, got me into playing pool he was my first pool captain. A great friend and always could make you laugh. He had a smile that could light up a room. Sending all my prayers to his family and friends. He will be missed greatly and is an amazing guy! Please let me know or kara can let me know if any of you need anything at all.
Atessa Mesmer
June 16, 2020
Very sad to see this. Sending prayers to his family and loved ones
Sherri Goans
June 16, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
Allison Tuttle
June 16, 2020
The hardest goodbye
Love and miss you forever Jesse James
Teresa Keller
June 16, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss.
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