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John-Michael Reeks Obituary
Worcester - John-Michael Reeks, 36, of Worcester passed away Friday, July 23, 2021, from medical complications. JM, as he was known to his friends, was larger than life in both personality and stature – standing 6'5" tall. He never met anyone who remained a stranger for long and treated everyone with kindness and acceptance, no matter their background. He had twinkling blue eyes, a smile that could light up a room and an infectious laugh and sense of humor.
He will be forever missed by his father, E. John Reeks and his father's husband Dr. Scott H. Gonzalez of Worcester; his brother James and fiancé Jennifer and his sister Tiffany and her partner Kevin. He also leaves behind nieces and nephews including Jenna and James Jr., who were the loves of his life, his Godmother Marie Samia of Leicester and his many cousins including Gail and Alexis, to whom he was very close. John-Michael also leaves his stepsisters Miranda & Diana Gonzalez and his aunts and uncles Steven T. Reeks, Michelle F. Sargent (Glenn), Michael F. Ciuffredo, Jr. (Doreen), and Paulajean F. Knight (Ken).
He was predeceased by his mother Mary Ann J. (Plona) Reeks who's passing last September had a deep effect on him; his grandparents Michael and Rojean (Samia) Cuiffredo, Frank and Florence (Karpowich) Plona, Ernest and Josephine Reeks, and his Godfather Edward E. Samia.
John-Michael worked in the automotive repair industry and was most recently a Manager for Monroe Tire in Framingham. Those who knew him always joked that he was so good at what he did because he could sell ice to an Eskimo and make him believe that it was something he truly needed.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the 6th floor ICU at UMass University Campus for their tireless efforts in helping John-Michael thru his difficult illness and his transition into peace.
After cremation, a graveside service will be held on Friday, July 30, 2021, at 11:00 am at St. John's Cemetery, 260 Cambridge Street, Worcester, MA., where John-Michael will be laid to rest with his mother and grandparents. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Worcester Animal Rescue League, 139 Holden Street, Worcester, MA 01606.
Dirsa-Morin Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Kelly Hider and Virginia Hider
August 1, 2021
To John Michael's father and family , Remember good times his smile and twinkling blue eyes although I haven't seen him in years I will always remember him. Pray that you and your family remember all the good memories with John Michael. Rip
Bernadette Pinnataro
August 1, 2021
John and Family, Please accept my Heartfelt Condolances on the loss of John Michael. He was a Sweetheart and always so polite and kind. His smile will be remembered. Love to You all!
Steve and Michele Erikson
July 28, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of John-Michaels passing.
May he Rest In Peace
Frank Cicio
July 27, 2021
Rest in Peace my friend. I'm so sad that John Michael passed on to another realm and I pray that he is now happy in the arms of God and his Mother. His Dad, family, and friends, will miss his ever-cheerful and happy demeanor.
Sue & Steve Santo
July 27, 2021
My family and I are so very sorry to hear of John Micheals passing we have known john since he was just a young child he and my brother Matty were best of friends growing up together we all thought of John as he were family he will forever be missed but never forgotten RIP John
Joanne Kanaan
July 27, 2021
Our Sincere Condolences, May His Memory Be Eternal
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