Lena Mae Reese

June 18, 1941 - January 29, 2019

Lena Mae Reese, 77, of Fairmont, passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Fairmont Regional Medical Center. She was born on June 18, 1941 in Akron, Ohio, a daughter of the late John Beason and Vera (Neal) Beason. Lena will be remembered for her love of reading and for her kindness and generosity towards her entire community and various charities. She was a devoted member of the Berean Church of God on Mary Lou Retton Drive. Lena is survived by sons, Donald E. Reese Jr., of Fairmont, and John E. Reese, of Peoria; daughters: Cheryl A. Riley and husband Eugene, of Enterprise, Dawn M. Rhodes, of Fairmont, Virginia L. Reese, of Fairmont, and Kathryn L. Gatian, of Elkins; and grandchildren: Bradly McDougal, Dustin Riley, Shawn Riley, Halie Reese, Trinity Reese, Kassandra Reese, Cody Reese, and Lena S.; and several great-grandchildren. She is also survived by sisters, Nina J. Huffamn, of Ohio and Marylou Gusman, of Ohio. In addition to her parents, Lena was preceded in death by her grandparents, two brothers, and a great-grandson. In keeping with her wishes, Lena will be cremated. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Lena’s memory to the charity of your choice. Family and friends are welcome to attend a memorial service at the Cross Roads 4 H Community Center, E. Grafton Road on Saturday, February 09, 2019 from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.