Robert Lee Reece Jr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on May 28, 2025, at the age of 83, Robert Lee Reece Jr. of Wellington, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Robert Lee departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Robert Lee. Though Robert Lee may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Lee Reece, Sr. and Mary Louise Reece (Free). He is survived by: his children, Jami Rogers (Jim) of Cissna Park, IL, Alicia Reece (Christie O'Shea) of Pittsburgh, PA and Eric Reece (Jordan) of Maryville, TN; and his sisters, Judy Knapp (Wes) of Cissna Park, IL, Ruth Daugherty (Robert) of Frohna, MO, Brenda Thornton (Phil) of Armstrong, IL and Patricia Blanchette (Francis) of Kankakee, IL. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made in Robert's name to the donor's choice or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
