James Benjamin Reese was born December 7th,  1931 to Elijah Reese and Idell Reese. He gained his wings September 13th,  2021.

He is preceded by his wife, Josephine Reese, sons; Larry Reese, Willie Reese, and Henry James Reese(Tina), and granddaughter, Lillian Reese. Sister, Emma Wells. Niece, Emma Wells. Brother,  LD Reese.

He is survived by his sons, Leotis Reese, Tommy Reese(Rachel),  Howard Reese, and Thomas Reese.  Grandchildren,  Sheriuka Faniel,  Kenesha Reese,  Desmond Reese,  Alexis Reese, Markus Reese, D'Andrea Robinson, and Briyana McNair. Great Grandchildren,  Tiesha McCall, O'Marion Holston,  Jaylan Reese, Isreanna Reese, and Raleigh Reese.