JAMES DELOY REECE

James William Deloy Reece

James William Deloy Reece, 89, passed away to be with Jesus on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
James was born July 24, 1935, in Searcy County, Arkansas, to Aldrun and Cora Reece. He was the 3rd out of 14 children.
He met Rita Ambrose and married her on September 26, 1958. They were married 42 years and lived in several states before making Jerome, Idaho, their home. James owned his drywall business (Jim Reece Drywall) for many years before retiring after having a stroke.
His dream was to own a ranch in the Ozarks, which he accomplished for a while. He also loved horses and always had at least one. His favorite horse was Appaloosa. 
He served in the Korean War and was proud he could outshoot anyone in his platoon. He won a few awards for this accomplishment.
James is survived by one son: Scott Reece (Janet) of Jerome, one daughter: Lisa Reece Ramsey (Doug) of Montana; five grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 1 brother; and 5 sisters.
He was preceded in death by his wife Rita, his mother and father, 5 brothers and 2 sisters.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. June 9, 2025, at Jerome Cemetery in Jerome, ID. A viewing will be held on June 8, 2025 between 4-7 p.m. at Demaray’s in Jerome.