Joyce Hollier Reese, 83, of Port Arthur passed away September 13, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. She was born September 27, 1927 in Port Arthur to the late J. D. and Zella Mae Gonsoulin Hollier. Joyce retired after 13 years working at the Chancery Office for the Catholic Diocese of Beaumont. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Nederland.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 16, 2011 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Nederland, Rev. Msgr. Michael A. Jamail celebrant. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves. A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, September 15, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Melancon39s Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H in Nederland with a Scriptural Rosary being recited at 6:00 p.m. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents daughter, Tina Reese Phillips and son, Bill quotSkeeterquot Reese. She is survived by 4 sons, Keith Reese of Flower Mound, Jay Reese and wife Gail of Nederland, Kenny Reese of Groves, and Randy Reese of Port Arthur sister, Mary quotPiggiequot Briggs of Nederland 9 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren.
Condolences
Caroline Fontenot Dale
September 16, 2011
Jay, Keith, Kenny Randy,We were all so saddened to hear about your mother. As kids growing up with all of you in Winnie, we always looked forward to the family visits with the Reeses. Your mother always spoke about all of her children with utmost love and affection. You all meant the world to her. She was truly a splendid woman. The love and support of a mother can never be replaced, but we hope you find some strength, in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.Your friends, The Fontenot Family Elreiana, Caroline, Sherian, Jerry Kenny
Paula Standley Merren
September 15, 2011
Jay and Gail, I was really saddened to hear about your loss, I remember her so well in school, sweet lady, my deepest sympathy for you and your family, my prayers will be with you all, Love Paula
Elda Cesar Molina
September 15, 2011
Kenny family, you are all truly in our hearts and prayers. Joyce was a wonderful and beautiful lady, always with a loving smile. You all were very blessed to have such a wonderful mother and grandmother. We will miss her deeply. Love you all, Cesar Elda Molina
Kenneth And Cheryl Babin Clark
September 14, 2011
To the Reese Family,We are saddened by your sudden loss. Our prayers are with all of you. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
Megan Beckcom Copeland
September 14, 2011
Shannon and I send our love and deepest sympathy for the loss of this sweet woman. We enjoyed our times together, and know she is with those she loved who went before her into Heaven. May your happy memories of her greatly comfort you in the days ahead.Much love, Megan
Sue Patterson
September 14, 2011
JOYCE AND HUSBAND BILL WERE GOOD FRIENDS TO JACK AND ME MANY YEARS AGO. JACK AND BILL WORKED TOGETHER AT KOPPERS CO. WE MAINTAINED OUR FRIENDSHIP THROUGH MOVES, TRANSFERS, ETC. MOST MEMORABLE WAS THEIR HOME IN WINNIE, TX WHERE OUR KIDS ENJOYED THE OUTDOORS WHEN WE VISITED FROM OUR HOME IN HOUSTON. JOYCE WAS SO PROUD OF HER KIDS AND WAS A GOOD CHRISTIAN, SAYING ONLY THAT HER WORST FAULT WAS quotTALKING ABOUT HER NEIGHBORS.quot WE SHOULD ALL BE SO FAULTLESS. MY SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY THO THEY WONT REMEMBER ME.
Faye Delahoussaye Dismukes
September 14, 2011
KeithMy love, prayers and deepest sympathy during this time of great loss. May she enjoy supreme and eternal happiness with God her Father.
Mike Barnett
September 14, 2011
Kenny, I wish there was something I could do or say to help you and your family during this time.I just would like you to see this quote that was on a tombstone in Ireland.quotDeath leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can stealquot.From all I have heard you speak of your mother and have been able to personaly see the love, caring, and respect you had for her, I know that you and all your family will have a never ending road of beautiful memories of your mom. May God bless and comfort you and all your family.Love ya brother, Mike
Camilo Diaz
September 14, 2011
Keith, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I had the pleasure and honor of meeting Joyce. She was a very sweet, loving and Christian lady. Heavens must be full of fun and joy, since she was always full of happiness and joy Regards, Camilo Diaz and family
Hayley Armstrong
September 14, 2011
To all of Joyces lovely family Please know how deeply we care for each of you. Joyce was a special gift to our little family and our lives have been made all the richer by her gentle presence. She gave wonderful hugs and her smile will be sorely missed.Ken, Hayley especially, Deacon James Armstrong
Kathy Landry Dunn
September 13, 2011
Jay and Gail my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. She was truly a lovely lady. Youre in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all of you, Kathy