Wanda Sampson

Barbara Jean Reece was born on February 9, 1956, in Crestline, Ohio, to the late Velmer Mann and Margaret Offerle Mann. She passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at the age of sixty-six years, nine months, and twenty-two days.

Barbara was married to Roger Reece. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2011. Along with her parents and husband, Barbara was also preceded in death by her Son, Timothy Patrie. Barbara was a Customer Service Manager at Wal Mart and was employed there for fifteen years. In her spare time, Barbara really enjoyed spending time with her family. She especially loved her Grandchildren and her animals. Barbara Jean Reece will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Barbara Jean Reece is survived by; Sons, Jason Patrie and wife, Annie, Daniel Arter and wife Cassandra, and Gerald Arter; Daughter, Amanda Vester and husband, Thomas; Sister, Charlene Kay Grimes; Grandchildren, Kamryn Vester, Cole Vester, Natalie Patrie, Aaron Patrie, and Jessica Arter; Step-Grandchildren, Reagan Haskins and Gage Haskins; and Great-Granddaughter, Elyzabeth York. Graveside services and inurnment for Ms. Barbara Jean Reece were conducted on Sunday, January 15, 2023, from The Underwood Cemetery with Brother Zack White officiating. Alexander Funeral Home, Directors, in charge of arrangements.