James John Reis Obituary
The memory of James John Reis (Kirkwood, Missouri), who passed away on October 25, 2025 at the age of 81, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Margaret Reis (Peg) and Leo Reis; his wife Jan; and his sister Mim Paggi (Joe). He is survived by: his children, Kevin (CD) of Alexandria, VA, Keith (Emily) of Louisville, CO and Katie of Kirkwood, MO; his grandchildren, Erin, Magnus of Alexandria, Maddie and Henry of Louisville, CO; his siblings, Bob (Carole), Don (Jane) and Patti Holthaus (late Edward Sr.); his sisters-in-law, Joy Payne, Jill Coughlin (Bill) and Susan Johnson Remerscheid (late Jeff); and his pets, Bette, Tony and Cow Cat. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 14th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bopp Chapel (10610 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122). A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 15th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church (1510 Bopp Rd, Des Peres, MO 63131).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to: The Thompson Foundation for Autism 205 Portland St., Columbia, MO 65211. The family has chosen to send donations to Thompson FoundationDonate Now (https://thompsonfoundation.org).
