of Fort Graitot Township, MI

April 19, 1933 - August 20, 2025

Lecil Reece, 92, passed away peacefully on August 20,2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, honor and devotion.

Born April 19, 1933 in Big Flat, Arkansas, Lecil grew up with a deep sense of faith, family and duty. He met the love of his life, Bettie Weaver, in high school and together they graduated from Perryville High School in 1952. They were married shortly after and spent 68 wonderful years together before Bettie's passing. Their reunion in heaven is one of joy and celebration!

Lecil dedicated his life to serving his country as a career military man in the United States Army. His bravery and leadership earned him numerous honors, including the Bronze Star Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry and many others. He served multiple tours of duty with unwavering commitment to protecting both his country and his loved ones.

Lecil's love for the outdoors was second only to his devotion to God, family and country. He was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in hunting, fishing and the beauty of nature. His faith was central to his life; the Bible was his favorite book and he drew strength and comfort from his favorite hymn, "How Great Thou Art".

Lecil was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bettie Reece; his son, Chris Reece; his grandson, Will Reece; his parents and his sisters.

He is survived by his daughters, DuWan Wetzel (Jay Wetzel) and Pam Reece (Tori Weight); his grandchildren, Valerie Finn (Vinnie Finn) and Jay Michael Wetzel (Jossie Wetzel) and his great-grandchildren, Vincent, Vance, Varen and Vayda Finn and Annabel, Clark, Samuel and Henry Wetzel. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family, who loved him dearly.

Lecil's life was one of faith, service and loveâ€"a life well lived and an example to all who knew him.

A memorial service will be held at Crossroads Community Church in East China, Michigan on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 3P EST. A graveside service will be at Freeman Cemetery in Big Flat, Arkansas on August 27, 2025 at 11A CST. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Wounded Warrior Project in Lecil's name.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Crouch Funeral Home
405 Peabody
Mountain View, AR  72560
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com