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Lillian Reeks Obituary
Mrs. Reeks was born April 29, 1938 in Worcester, daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Abraham) Scobie and had been a resident of Worcester before moving to Whitinsville 34 years ago. She was educated in the Worcester public schools.
Mr. & Mrs. Reeks were to observe their 53rd wedding anniversary on June 23, 2010.
Mrs. Reeks was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Worcester. She loved her family and cooking.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Brenda J. Carabba of Whitinsville and Joan L. and her husband Philip Opatka of Millbury; one brother, Daniel Scobie of Maine; one sister, Leona Scobie of Cape Cod; 7 grandchildren, 1 great grandson and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Debra Tebo; brothers, William Scobie, George Scobie and Michael Scobie and sister, Dorothy Quimby.
Funeral services will be held Thurs. March 18, 2010 at 7 PM in the BUMA FUNERAL HOME, 480 Church St., Whitinsville, MA 01588.
Visiting hours will be held from 5-7 PM, prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dream Foundation, 1528 Chapala Street, Suite 304, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.
www.bumafuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Lillian Reeks
Brenda (Boyd) Goodwin
March 19, 2010
Joanie & family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Frederick Reeks
March 19, 2010
Dear uncle joe,brenda,joanie and family, We are so sorry for your lost, our thoughts and prayers are with you . Aunt sis was a lovely lady who who brought joy to many people.With love,and prayers Fred, Judy, Reeks and family
Yvonne (Evie) Nelson
March 19, 2010
Dear Uncle Joe, Brenda, Joanie and family,
Just found out about Aunt Sis from Brenda's message. We are so sorry. She was such a beautiful and loving person who will be greatly missed. With all of our love and sympathy
Evie and Larry
Larry Jr and Nicole
John and Susan Letscher
March 18, 2010
Dear Joe and family, time passes too quickly. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We're grateful to have had the pleasure to have known Lillian.
March 18, 2010
Joannie,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss....you are in our prayers! Let those who love and care for you and your family bring you comfort at this difficult time. You are well loved!
Sincerely,
Betsy, Budd, Meredith and Meg Ryer
March 18, 2010
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you....George & Jen Sharon
March 17, 2010
Dear Uncle Joe,cousins Joanie and Brenda,We are so sorry to hear about Aunt Sis.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Much love,Scott Rahall and Family
Anthony DePasquale
March 17, 2010
Dear Brenda,
So sorry to hear of your Mother passing.
Keep close the wonderful memories and she will live on forever ..God bless you and your family, Sorry for your loss.
Dawna Morin
March 17, 2010
Brenda i am so sorry for the loss of your mother she was a beautiful women and will be missed dearly you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at the time of sorrow...
Sharon Wilder
March 17, 2010
Dearest Jonie and your family. I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother, I know how much you loved her. She is in the arms of Jesus now. Much love, Sharon Wilder
Joan Ashworth
March 17, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Anna Lindblad
March 17, 2010
Dear Joanie,
My heart goes out to you and your family during these difficult times. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Much Love,
Anna
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