Dennis James Reese of New Waverly, Texas | 1955 - 2020 | Obituary

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On Monday, August 31, 2020, Dennis James Reese went on to his eternal rest.

He was born on September 29, 1955 in Gueydan, Louisiana to Sheldon Joseph Reese and Hattie Philomena Abshire. He went to school and lived in Gueydan until 1982 when he moved to New Waverly Texas. Dennis worked in the oil field related industries for about 24 years and in lumber mill industries for about 19 years. For most of us, that translated into; he could see how and why things worked, and if he could imagine it, he could build it. He loved Hot Rods and motorcycles and could usually be found either

Reading on the topic or would be out for a ride.

 He loved children and was a fabulous father and Paw Pa.

He is preceded in death by his father and grandson Gavin Overley. He is survived by his mother Hattie, and wife, Maryleann Parrish Reese, as well as his children by blood and of heart: Rachel; Julie (Patrick), Joey, Vashti (Nathan) and Wyte. In addition, he is survived by his two sisters, Cynthia (Howard) and Ramona as well as grandchildren: Brittany, Tori (Alex), Shie, Ian, Brayen, Eleanor, Hattie and Nate. He had many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousin that will miss him greatly.

He will always be remembered for his full smile and joking nature. He will be missed by all who loved,