Donald William “Don” Reis, Sr.

Sep 13th, 1931 - Dec 14th, 2013
6 Guests

Visitation:

Sun, Dec. 22nd, 2013 2:00 PM ~ 6:00 PM

Service:

Mon, Dec. 23rd, 2013 10:00 AM

Burial:

Mon, Dec. 23rd, 2013

Herrin- Donald William Reis, Sr., 82, of Herrin, went to be with his Lord and Savior at 9:15 AM, Saturday, December 14, 2013 at his home.

Don was born on September 13, 1931 in St. Louis, MO to Ralph G. and Charlotte (Thill) Reis. He married Mary Ann Wolk on August 13, 1955 in St. Louis. She preceded him in death on November 14, 2013.

He was a United States Army Veteran who served his country bravely during the Korean Conflict. Once honorably discharged, he began a long career as owner of Eastside Lumber Yard Supply Company, Inc with locations in Herrin and East St. Louis. Don was a generous and caring man who donated his time to the community and others. He was past president of the Herrin Camber of Commerce.

Don was a member of LifeChurch in Marion and had a strong Christian faith which he enjoyed sharing with others through Prison Fellowship Ministries and Full Gospel Businessmen International. He went on two separate mission trips to China and Ireland.

In his spare time he enjoyed time with family, gardening and yard work and watching and feeding birds.

Survivors include-

Daughter- Janice Reis-Hampton and husband Ernie of Herrin

Son- Donald W. Reis, Jr. of Herrin

Son- David Reis and wife Suzie of Herrin

Son- Michael Joseph Reis of Hawaii

Thirteen Grandchildren

Twelve Great Grandchildren plus one on the way

Brother- Ralph F. Reis and wife Donna of Edwardsville

Brother- Richard J. Reis and wife Nancy of Dittmer, MO

Several nieces, nephews and cousins

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-mother- Lydia Reis, wife, and sister- Dolores Eckert.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, December 23, 2013 at The Life Church in Marion. Pastor John Parton will officiate. Private burial services will be held at HerrinCityCemetery with military rites performed by the Herrin American Legion and VFW Posts with assistance from the Illinois National Guard. Visitation will be from 2-6:00 PM, Sunday, December 22, 2013 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin.

Memorial donations are suggested to Faith Missions and will be accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home/ 201 S. 13th St/ Herrin, IL 62948. For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com.

6 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Cheri Mason

    From: Mayfield, Kentucky

    Date: December 15, 2013

    Jan, Don JR, David & Mike Reis and family.
    Once again, I send you all my heartfelt condolences. I can’t even imagine. I am so sorry!
    Your dad was such a good influence on my life and I will always love him as more than just my youth leader.
    May God hold all of you up, comfort your hearts and strengthen you.
    While we grieve the loss of their presence in this world, we know our grieving is not in vain. He is at home with your mom, my mom, and more importantly our LORD and Savior. His struggle is over. He is in God’s presence.
    Even though we know this, I know how hard it is. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    God’s bless you all.

  • Guest: Ron Manning

    From: Herrin, Illinois

    Date: December 16, 2013

    Sorry for your loss, my prayers go out too the Reis family.

  • Guest: Rusty Waldron

    From: Carbondale, Illinois

    Date: December 17, 2013

    Don Sr. has always set a high standard as a true follower of Jesus, & a great example as a leader throughout his life. The timing is so close to Mary Ann going to be with the Lord, I’m at a loss for words. Then again, no words can fill the void of the loss of loved ones… My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of Don & Mary Ann’s family.

  • Guest: Sue Douglas

    From: Decatur, Illinois

    Date: December 21, 2013

    Mary Ann and to the family - Don was a true gentleman and a gentle man. His love of Christ was exhibited in his daily life. I truly enjoyed working with him the year he was President of the Chamber of Commerce and throughout my tenure at the Chamber. Both he and Mary Ann are my friends.

  • Guest: Keith Kibler

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: December 22, 2013

    Don is not only one of the greatest men of God it has been my pleasure to touch my life but one of the greatest men I have known. He truly was a man of God.

  • Guest: Craig LeQuatte

    From: Shiloh, Illinois

    Date: December 23, 2013

    Don Sr. was instrumental in my spiritual development as a young man. This selfless servant will be missed by those left on this earth. As a Christian, I am looking forward to seeing you again in heaven. May God’s grace cover Jan, Don Jr, David and Mike in your recent losses. God bless.