Reverend Dorsel William "Bill" Reese

Reverend Dorsel William “Bill” Reese went home to Jesus, his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 20, 2025. He is reunited with his father, James Reese and mother, Sarah Jane Reese, who preceded him to heaven.

His dedication to serving others for more than 50 years, was done with great love as a minister of the gospel. He served faithfully in the local Church and as a chaplain for multiple fire departments and hospitals. He is remembered and well loved by good friends and family in S. Florida, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Cobb County, GA and at Azalea Hills in Floyds Knobs, IN.

He was Poppy to his two daughters and two sons-in-love and his 5 grandchildren.

Cremation was chosen following Bill's wishes and he will be laid to rest in his hometown of Gallipolis, Ohio.

Gestures of love are welcome to be gifted in our Father’s honor and memory to Cinco Baptist Church (26 Yacht Club Dr NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548) or SouthernCare Hospice (811 Northgate Blvd #101, New Albany, IN 47150).

Please consider sharing a memory of Bill or leaving a special message for his family by completing the online Guestbook below.