Obituary for William Bernard Reese (complete)

WILLIAM BERNARD REESE

William Bernard Reese, age 67, of Metamora, died Friday, October 8, 2021, at Reid Health in Richmond, following a lengthy illness.

Born May 22, 1954, in Batesville, he was the son of the late Verlie Earl and Mildred (Nobbe) Reese. On July 24, 1976, he was united in marriage to the former Wanda Pence, and she survives.

He was retired from the former Ford/Visteon in Connersville, where he had worked for more than 30 years. He was a member of the National Rifle Association; and was a strong Republican. In his leisure time, he enjoyed collecting coins, reading, playing video games, and following the Indianapolis Colts. He was a very generous person and was always willing to help anyone in need.

Besides Wanda, his loving wife of more than 45 years, survivors include three children, Joni (Bryan) Johnson of Brookville, William C. Reese and Gary A. Reese both of Metamora; six grandchildren; a brother, Gary L. (Penny) Reese of Metamora, and a sister, Lois (Joe) Calihan of Connersville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Earl Verlie Reese and Steve Charles Reese, and a granddaughter, Katelyn Johnson.   

Family and friends may visit from 10 till 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Pastor Kevin Waltz will officiate the Funeral Services on Thursday, October 14, 2021, 11 a.m., at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville. Burial will follow in Sims Cemetery in Brookville. 

The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Reese family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.