Loraine Reece

Loraine Reece, age 94, of Ozark, MO, formerly of Columbia, MO, passed away December 22, 2016. Loraine was born July 3, 1922 in Mulvane, KS to Hiram and Sylvia Haver. They preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law. Loraine was married to Porter O. Reece on November 16, 1941. Porter was killed in the crash of his airplane on December 14, 1946 in Osaka, Japan, the real tragedy of Loraine's life. She graduated in 1940 from Winfield High School in Winfield, Kansas, and attended the University of Missouri for two years. Loraine was employed by Shelter Insurance Company for 24 years before retiring in 1983. Survivors include: Two beloved sons, Michael (wife, Peggy-deceased) and their children Michelle Straw and husband Jerry and their daughter Mackenzie Straw, and Mitchell Reece (wife, Kristen) and their son Porter; and Phillip Reece (wife, Sherry). Loraine will be remembered as a loving mother, and a good friend with a sense of humor who doted on her family, as they meant everything to her. During Loraine's long life, she loved to read, and work crossword puzzles, but first and foremost she enjoyed the Missouri Tiger Football and Basketball teams. She never missed a game in 45 years (1948-1993). She followed them until the day she passed. Antiquing and travel were two additional loves which she did extensively over the years. Private Interment will be at a later date in Columbia, MO. Per Loraine's wishes, no services are planned.