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REEB, Ronald P. 73 of Gainesville passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2006. Mr. Reeb moved to Gainesville in 1973 from Springfield, Ohio where he was a graduate of Springfield Catholic Central High School. He established and operated a long term family property management business in Gainesville. A former member of the Knights of Columbus. He was preceded by his wife, Sandra Kay Reeb; mother, Thelma Kilcoyne and brothers, Richard and Roger Reeb. He is survived by his four sons, Kirk Reeb, Shaun Reed, and Matthew Reeb all of Gainesville, Douglas Reeb of Crystal River, Florida and four grandchildren; Brandon and Ashley Reeb of Gainesville, Douglas Williams and Hannah Reeb of Crystal River, Florida. The family will receive friends Friday 5-7 p.m. at WILLIAMS-THOMAS FUNERAL HOME, 404 N. Main Street with a prayer vigil at 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, with Fr. Ronald Julien officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park East. Ron will be missed by all who knew him. We will never forget his generosity, guidance, and leadership. He was a loving man with a heart of gold who is dearly. For further Information Williams-Thomas Home (352) 376-7556

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Published by Springfield News-Sun on Sep. 9, 2006.

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Daryl Rice

September 9, 2006

Daryl Rice and Dave Collins send their deepest condolences to Ron's family. His kind voice will always be missed.

Mac McCauley

September 8, 2006

To Kirk and your family,

Each day of our lives is an opportunity for pain and/or pleasure.

This unexpected news is shocking and painful to all that knew Ron.

The only pleasure can be in the faith of knowing that the after life is better than the present.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time difficult time.

God Bless You,

Mac, Kathy,

Richard and Bryan McCauley

Chris and Jen Lopez

September 8, 2006

Dear Matt,

We extend our deepest sympathies to your family. We are here for you.

Chris and Jennifer Lopez

Melissa Fox

September 8, 2006

It is said; That which brings the deepest sorrow has also given you the greastest joy.



Embrace the memories: a loving kind father and a dear friend to all who knew him.



Life is bittersweet--Ron is finally at peace again. My love and thoughts go out to all of you: Kirk, Ashley, Brandon, Betty, Doug, Michelle, Doug jr, Hannah, Shaun, Matt, and Stephanie



With Love, Missy

Kirk, Doug, Shawn, and Matt Reeb

September 8, 2006

The Reeb Family would like to take this opportunty to say "Thank You" to everyone for your warm wonderful thoughts and prayers. We know our father touched so many of our lives in many different ways. His gifts of knowledge, wisdom, and love have touched us all. His presence will live forever, deep in our hearts, our minds, and our souls. He will be missed greatly and remembered with overflowing joy.

Stephanie Crum

September 8, 2006

We will all miss you very much Ron! You were very special and we will never forget you!

Stephanie Crum

September 8, 2006

We we will all miss you very much, Ron! You were a great man and I love your son very much.

Debra Crum

September 8, 2006

Our family extends our deepest sympathies to Kirk, Doug, Shaun and Matt for the loss of your father. Debra & Kevin Crum & family

Nikki Carter

September 8, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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