Service
Harold Dean Reece, 81, of Connelly Springs, NC went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 after an extended illness.
Born in Burke County, NC on January 1, 1945, he was the son of the late Raleigh Edward Reece and Zada Elizabeth Bennett Reece.
Harold was a Christian man and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed traveling, spending time outdoors, and he loved family barbeques. Mr. Reece was an extremely hard worker and served ten years with the NC National Guard.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Joyce Elizabeth Hobbs Reece; children, Crystal Reece, Brad Reece (Kelli), Dane Reece, Steven Reece, and Alexandria “Alex” Reece; grandchildren, Brigham McNeely (Lindsi), Blythe McNeely Walker (Chase), Landon Reece, and Lani Reece; great-grandchildren, Dominic McNeely, Jovie McNeely, Marley Johnson, and Indy Walker; sister, Joyce Black; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by three brothers, Ray, Jim, and Wayne Reece; and a sister, Wilma Hunt.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Monday, March 2, 2026 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The graveside service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Burke Memorial Park with Rev. Jim Holt officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Tribute Wall
Leave a tribute for Harold Dean Reece.
Prayers to all the family. Dean was a nice guy.
Dean was a good friend of my late husband Ray Swink. My prayers go out to his wife Joyce and the rest of the family. Dean was a kind and hard working man.
I know you knew my Dad & I’m sure he is there to greet you at those beautiful gates. Especially as a fellow Drexel alumni. I have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing your son and daughter for quite a few years. Although there was an almost 30 year absence since I had really been around either of them, I think there were several reasons that has brought us all back together again. After each event happens good & bad I think I know why we have been brought back together. Brad has the biggest heart and would do anything for anyone, even when he has none. He would never admit to it either. He is such a good friend to my husband and I. I am so glad that he got to spend the time with you that he did because I know that he will always cherish that. I know the Lord got another Angel although our hearts were not ready. I know he has really got some great ones the last several years. We will try to keep an eye on Brad & Crystal for you. Enjoy your journey home!