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Michael Lynn Reese
June 5, 1966 - February 14, 2025

Michael Lynn Reese, of Trumann departed this life Friday, February 14, 2025 in Trumann at the age of 58 years 8 months and 9 days.  He was born June 5, 1966 in Jonesboro, AR, and was a lifetime resident of Trumann.  He was the owner of Speedway Sales Golf Cars in Trumann, he was an avid sports fan of the Razorbacks and Indianapolis Colts.  Michael loved dogs and would never let a stray go hungry.  At Speedway Sales he treated everyone as friends rather than customers.  He had an adventurous spirit conquering roller coasters, scary movies, new foods, and traveling. However his  favorite was playing with his grandkids. He was a member of the Maple Grove Baptist Church.  Michael was preceded in death by his father, Willie Ray “Billy” Reese. He is survived by his wife Leisa Roach Reese of the home;  two daughters, Scarlett (Kaleb) Capps of Jonesboro and Heather Reese of Lake City; two sons, Merritt (Christi) Davis of Trumann and Jordan Reese of Ft. Leonard Wood MO; his mother, Sallie Mae Reese of Trumann; two brothers, Robert “Bubba” Lee Reese of Trumann and Elmer Ray Reese of Louisiana and 6 grandchildren. Special friend, Blake Johnson of Jonesboro.       The family will receive friends Monday from 5:00 until 6:00 at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann.  A Celebration of Life will follow in the chapel at 6:00 p.m. with Ronnie Dye officiating.  Committal service will be Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery.         Pallbearers will be Blake Johnson, Scott Crites, Shawn Hall, Jim Welch, Jan Morgan and Scotty Taylor.       Memorials may be made to lovebeyondbordersar.org.       An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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Visitation

February 17, 2025
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Thompson Funeral Home
220 Viva Drive
Trumann, AR 72472
(870)483-6311

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Funeral Service

February 17, 2025
06:00 PM

Thompson Funeral Home Chapel
220 Viva Drive
Trumann, AR 72472
(870)483-6311

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Graveside Service

February 18, 2025
10:00 AM

Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery
3910 Harrisburg Road
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870)932-6532

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  1. Faith Reynolds , Ward, AR says

    Sallie, Bubba, Elmer Ray and family, We are so sorry to hear of Michael passing. He will be missed by many many people! May God wrap his loving arms of peace around you! We love you all! Faith and Darrell Reynolds and family Glenda Reese and David

  2. Jim Berry , Jonesboro Ar says

    Leisa I’m so so sorry to hear about Michael, I can’t believe it . Just found out about his unfortunate accident. I hope you are doing okay with it . Jim

  3. Danny Harper, Jonesboro Arkansas says

    I hate to hear this we grew up together his brother Elmer was one of my best friends in high school. I'll keep the family in my prayers RIP

  4. Larry & Tommie Holden; Jonathan Daniel & William Huey, Trumann Ar says

    Your family is in our thoughts and prayers, so sorry for your loss.

  5. Michael Austin , Jonesboro says

    Praying for the Family. Michael Was a wonderful person So sorry for your loss

  6. Gary Russell , Ttumann,Arkansas says

    Prayers to all

  7. Lisa & Paul Barnes, Trumann says

    So sorry Leisa, You and your family are in our prayers.

  8. Dylan & Lillie Bosze, Jonesboro, AR says

    Prayers for comfort during your loss Sallie (Mamaw). We love you!

  9. Paul & Cathy Cannon, Southside, Arkansas 72501-7483 says

    Sallie you are in our thoughts and Prayers. our deepest condolences. We love you. Paul &Cathy Cannon.

  10. Mark Spencer, Bay says

    Michael was a wonderful person. He was the kind business man who would go the extra mile to make sure that you were a satisfied customer. He was reliable and trustworthy and truly custom-focused. I felt as if Michael always conducted business with the highest ethical standards. He seemed to have the peace of God that passes understanding. Michael will truly be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family as they grieve for their loss. God bless.

  11. John w. Dvis, Bald knob says

    I will be praying for all the family.

  12. Michelle Sullivan, Jonesboro says

    Leisa and family, I’m very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Earl Holley and Michelle Holley Sullivan.

  13. Carol Brandon, Rector, AR says

    Leisa, I am so sorry for your loss. Keep your memories close. May the Lord give you peace and comfort in the days to come.

  14. Diane Secrease, Trumann says

    Praying for Leisa and his family. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

  15. Sherri Tribble, Jonesboro, AR says

    So very sorry Leisa! Praying for you!

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