Bob Reece
September 15, 1948 ~ July 10, 2021
Robert Carter “Bob” Reece Jr. age 72, of Glasgow, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021. He was a graduate of Glasgow High School and Western Kentucky University, where he earned Bachelor of Arts, Masters of Arts, and Rank I degrees. Bob pursued his love of science and teaching at Scottsville High School and then Glasgow High School before leaving for the realm of administration, first at Glasgow Middle School and then the Glasgow Board of Education. He retired, but it didn’t stick, and he returned to teaching through the Success Academy, where he mentored students, helping them to graduate from high school.
Bob was proud of his military service with the 623 Field Artillery, Headquarters Battalion, of the Kentucky National Guard, ending his service as a Master Sergeant. He treasured the time he spent and the friendships he made there. Bob loved his family, his church, golf, horse racing, the Kentucky Wildcats, and the Glasgow Scotties.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carter and Evelyn Henne Reece of Glasgow, Ky. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judy Whitlow Reece of Glasgow, his daughter Jennifer Reece of Louisville, his son Brandon Stockton (Cheyenne) of Glasgow, Ky and a grandson, Beckett Stockton. Other survivors include one sister Carol Ann Farrell (Fran) of Holland, Oh., his nephew, Philip Thornton (Emily) of Indianapolis, In. and niece Ashley Eder (Matthias) of Germany and great-nieces and nephews Carter and Evelyn Eder and Campbell Thornton. He is also survived by a brother-in-law Lanny Whitlow (Brenda) of Glasgow, two nephews, Justin Whitlow of Park City and Mickey Whitlow of Bowling Green, and a niece, Heather Parrish of Glasgow. He is lastly survived by three nephews who he considered his grandchildren, Tyler Poore (Mallie Wells,) Dylan Poore (Hope Templeton,) and Preston Payne of Glasgow.
Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. at the First Christian Church of Glasgow on Tuesday, July 13. A memorial service will be held at the church at10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 14 with burial to follow at the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hatcher and Saddler Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the First Christian Church of Glasgow or the
Glasgow Independent Schools Foundation.
Judy, my sincere prayers of condolence to you and your family. Having been out of town, I just heard of Bob’s passing. It was a privilege to serve on the Foundation Committee with him. He will missed by many.
Judy and Jennifer,
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing! We grew up together in the FCC, worked together for years in the Glasgow schools. Many fun times and memories! I regret we are of town for the week….will keep you all in prayer!
Thoughts and prayers for family I had bob has a teacher in high school. A great guy
Sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you…Bob was one of the good guys and will be greatly missed.
So sorry for your loss. May your wonderful memories help get you through this very difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Reece. He was the best chemistry teacher I ever had. Thoughts and prayers and peace to you all.
Judy and Jennifer I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Bob Reece passing. I always saw him at McDonald’s at breakfast. My thoughts and prayers are with you all due this time and the days ahead.
Judy N Jennifer , so sorry to hear about Bob I loved you all you all were always good to me Prayers for you all I was very honored to have Bob to give me the Certificate on my G E D Remember you all in Prayers
To the Bob Reece Family sorry for your loss
Judy & Jennifer, we are so sorry to hear about Bob. Loved him as a teacher, a neighbor growing up, and as a friend! Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. We hope your warm memories and the love and prayers of your family and friends will be of comfort to you in the days ahead.
Praying for you all especially today. We will stop by one day soon to see you. So thankful for how good you all have always been to the boys. I know it has meant so much to both of them.
Judy and Family,
I just heard of Mr. Reece’s passing. So very sorry to hear this. I remember our time as neighbors. I know he will be missed dearly. Love and prayers.
Tambra Cambron