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Obituary for Jack Reis

Jack  Reis
Jack Reis ~ Passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his family, Mr. John Gordon ‘Jack’ Reis of Listowel, on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, in his 83rd year.
Beloved husband of Evelyn (McCabe) Reis for 62 years. Cherished father of Susan Reis of Toronto, Mary Anne and Peter Nichol, and Jacqueline and Ron Martin, all of Listowel, and John and Michelle Reis of Ottawa, and proud and loving grandfather of Brett and Sarah, Mac, Ted, and Blake Nichol, Malory, Jackson, and Maggie Martin, and Holly and Avery Reis. Brother of Bill and Phyllis Reis of Wellington, and brother-in-law of Harold Warren of Goderich, Don and Joan McCabe of Collingwood, and Larry and Denese McCabe of Goderich. Remembered also by several nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his infant children Margaret Catherine and James Donald, parents Gordon and Gertrude (Thamer) Reis, sisters Marion Warren and Helen Drennan and sister-in-law Beverly Reis.
Jack was born and raised in Goderich Ontario before moving to Listowel to raise his family. He was an active member of both communities, and greatly valued his relationships with friends and neighbours. He was an avid outdoors enthusiast and a dedicated supporter of his grandchildren’s many sport endeavours.
Visitation will be held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel on Friday, August 12th at 1:00 p.m., with interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. Memorial donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation or Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel.
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