Jessica Erin Reece of Imperial, MO passed away on Tuesday July 8, 2025 after a courageous battle with Leiomyosarcoma.
Born on May 27, 1987 in Saint Louis, MO, Jessica was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, aunt, and friend. She touched the lives of many with her profound sense of kindness, warmth, and friendly nature. Jess loved her family deeply and was especially proud to be a doting aunt. She was a talented artistic roller skater, winning multiple National and Regional Championships. She coached artistic figure skating at Rollercade for over 15 years and especially enjoyed mentoring the young skaters teaching them and cheering them on at competitions.
Jessica started her early education at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf, then attended Windsor Schools graduating in 2005. She went on to Webster University graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Master’s Degree in Business Management becoming an accountant. She worked for Gs Advisors the last four years until March when her illness progressed. She enjoyed her work, colleagues, and it gave her an outlet to escape her illness.
Jessica is survived by her parents Jim and Genny (Crow) Reece, her sisters Lisa (Matt) Halim and Kelly (Chris) Thaller, nephew Zachariah Halim, her dog Zoey, and aunts, uncles, and cousins – all who will forever cherish her memory.
Jessica was predeceased by grandfathers Herbert Crow and William Archie Reece and grandmothers Gertrude (Voellinger) Crow and Delores (Darian) Reece.
Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Thursday July 17 at 10:00 am. Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery. We invite family and friends to join us in remembering and celebrating her life by posting on her memorial wall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf or Cardinals Kids Cancer Center at Mercy Children’s Hospital St. Louis. Visitation Wed 5-8 pm.
I am so sorry to hear about Jessica’s passing. I went to Windsor with her and we both went to Webster. We ate lunch together quite a few times in college. She came to my wedding in 2008. We kind of lost touch after graduating college, but she was always sweet and kind to everyone.
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. Please find comfort in the knowledge that God promises to eliminate all the things that have plagued mankind for centuries including pain, suffering and death (Revelation 21:3,4). May these promises from God give you comfort now and real hope for the future. My deepest sympathy.
Jimmy and Genny, You are in my prayers. I can’t imagine the pain of losing your baby girl. Now she’s your angel in heaven. My deepest sympathies.
I am so sorry for your loss! I know Jessie was the “Apple of her Grandmother Gertrude’s eye”. Although Jessie will be sorely missed, God has received a very special Angel and I know she is now in the loving arms of Herb and Gertrude!
Sending so much love
I am so very very sorry for your loss. I have a memory of her as a young girl getting out there and skating. I was awe inspired that someone so little could be so mighty on skates. RIP sweet young lady. Your legacy will carry on……
Jimmy and Genny so sorry for your loss. Jessica was a beautiful, smart,loving niece. We will miss her beautiful smile.If you need anything let us know we are here for you all.
I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of Jessica. I went to school with her at Windsor. She had a smile that was warm and welcoming as well as a beautiful heart. Sending you all so much love and light during this time.
I am so sorry for this loss. As I can’t be there in person to remember her I want to honor her in some way. I am so thankful for the time I got to spend with her at rollercade, the laughs and stories we would share. Prayers to your family<3