East Palestine-

James A. Reesh, 72, a lifelong resident of East Palestine, passed away May 23, 2020 at Masternick Memorial Health Care Canter.

James was born February 21, 1948 in Salem, OH, son of the late James and Elizabeth Meek Reesh.

He was a graduate of East Palestine High School class of 1966, where he excelled at academics as well as athletics.  He worked as a Produce Manager for both Giant Eagle and East Palestine Sparkle for many years before retiring in 2013. He loved all sports, but most especially golf. He was a former member of the East Palestine Country Club where he proudly shot a hole in one. He will be remembered by his family as being a hard worker and provider and will always serve as a role model for his children and grandchildren.

James is survived by his wife of 22 years, Kathi Vocature Reesh; two daughters, Alisha (Nicholas) Henry of Poland, Jamie Lynn Reesh of Pittsburgh; two sons, Aaron (Michele) Reesh of Barrington, IL, Casey (Becky) Reesh of McDonald; two step daughters, Mallory Felger of Boardman and Hannah Pasco of East Palestine; four step sons; Herb(Vickie Simms) Hebron of Minerva, Brian (Andy) Ford of Jupiter, FL, Brent (Alicia) Ford of New Waterford; David Felger of Bay City, TX; two grandchildren, Caden and Harper Reesh as well as several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Masternick for all their care and compassion they showed to James.

A celebration of life will be held at the East Palestine Country Club, Sunday June 7th at 2:00 PM.

Linsley-Royal Funeral Home in East Palestine is in charge of arrangements.