Clifford Gene Reese, 70, of Pineville, MO died Tuesday, December 5,2023. He was born on February 18, 1953, to Thomas Paul Reese and Elma Lavern Brazeal Reese.

He retired from Kennametal in 2013 after 17 years of service.

He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Paul Reese.

He is survived by his wife, Jeannie, of the home; his mother, Lavern Smith of Pineville;  son, Michael Reese of Goodman, MO; daughter, Carrie Reese of Pineville; step-daughter, Amy Bruce of Rogers, AR; step-son, Kenny Bruce of Rogers; seven grandchildren, Douglas Elkins, Tanner Elkins, Kaitlin Awbrey, Haley Cunningham, Cody Bruce, Kyleigh Cooley, Kenzie Cooley; one great-granddaughter, Chloe Awbrey; and many other family members and friends.

A celebration of Cliff's life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are being made by the Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences can be left at www.funeralmation.com.