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Shirley A. Reese

September 9, 1932 - June 22, 2022

Shirley Ann Reese, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth.

Born on September 9, 1932 in Starke, Indiana she was the daughter of Walter and Mabel (Black) Casto.

She attended LaPaz High School graduating with the class of 1950. During her senior year of high school while cheerleading a basketball game, a young gentleman chasing after a loose ball fell in her lap. The rest was history and Shirley and Gale would be married on February 18, 1951 in North Judson. They shared 71 wonderful years of marriage.

Shirley attended Cosmetology school in South Bend and would cut and style hair out of her house for a few years. To contribute to meet the needs of a growing business she went to work for the telephone company before going to work with Gale running the books for Reese Equipment Company.

Throughout her life she lived out being a true Christian. She was a giver and always forgiving to so many, simply loving to serve.  Strong, gentle and faithful are just a few words that come to mind as she was the best mother and wife to her children and her husband.

She was an avid reader and collector. Often collecting stamps, coins and keys. Shirley also loved to play games.

Her family admired her faith to Christ, her love of life and her family. Shirley left a tremendous Christian heritage to her family.

Shirley was a life long member of Shiloh Wesleyan Church.

She is survived by her husband Murland “Gale” Reese of Plymouth; children: Kathleen (Leslie) Kephart of Plymouth; Dennis (Janet) Reese of Plymouth; grandchildren: Marcus (Melinda) Kephart, Micah (Lisa) Kephart, Matthew (Courtney) Kephart, Myles Kephart, Kyle (Angela) Reese and Bryant (JoAnna) Reese; 14 great-grandchildren: brother Howard (Anne) Casto; sister Linda (Ed) Bope ; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Shirley is preceded in death by her parents, brother Walter Casto Jr.  and her sister Midge Mohr.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at the Shiloh Wesleyan Church, 10532 4B Rd. Plymouth, IN 46506 from 11-1 pm. Funeral services will immediately follow with Pastor Rich Van Vuren officiating.

Please click the link below to live-stream the funeral service on July 6th at 1 pm. 
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82847592941

Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Memorial contributions can be made to Shiloh Wesleyan Church, 10532 4B Rd. Plymouth, IN 46563.

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  1. john says

    June 23, 2022 at 8:01 pm

    rest in peace shirley a reese

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  2. Robert Holtzman says

    June 24, 2022 at 1:11 pm

    Gale I am sorry for the loss of Shirley. I met her during the time I had done work for you. Shirley always had a smile and asked how I was doing. My condolences to you and your family. RIP Shirley.

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  3. Ren and Beverly Van Gilder says

    June 24, 2022 at 8:15 pm

    Sending you our sympathy.
    Sincerely,
    Ren and Beverly Van Gilder
    🌻🌼🌻

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  4. Diane Berger says

    June 25, 2022 at 3:07 pm

    Kathy & Denny… I’m sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing.. what a comfort to know where she is spending eternity. 🙏 I loved spending time at the Reese house… Shirley always provided a great time. She even let us run around town . 😂 God Bless

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  5. Don & Sandy Schultz says

    June 26, 2022 at 4:52 pm

    Gale, we are so sorry to learn of Shirley’s passing. She was a wonderful lady who always had a beautiful smile, and was always kind and outgoing. I know you and the family will have lots of memories to share and cherish of her. Please know we will be keeping you and the family in our thoughts and prayers. She will be missed! Fly High Shirley!! Don and Sandy Schultz

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  6. Kevin and Donna Chaney says

    June 28, 2022 at 10:23 pm

    Offering heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family. May she Rest In Peace

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  7. Patricia Kotronis says

    July 1, 2022 at 9:44 am

    Dear Uncle Gale, Kathy, Dennis and family,

    May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult time and may her light continue to surround her. I will always remember Aunt Shirley’s warmth, love and humor (and her banter with my Dad;) , what a joy she was.

    Love,

    Patricia ( Casto) Kotronis and family

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  8. BARRY Faucett says

    July 2, 2022 at 9:28 pm

    So sorry to hear about Shirley. Many cherished memories of Shiloh especially the Reese family.. I know you are comforted by Gods peace and presence. Barry

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