Birth date: May 24, 1949 Death date: Jul 10, 2018
William S. Reese: May 24, 1949 - July 10, 2018 The world just became a little less smart, a little less bright and a whole lot less fun with the passing of prominent Coral Gables attorney William S. Reese, Esq., founding partner Read Obituary
I had the good fortune to meet Bill 30 years ago while he was national counsel for Boy Scouts of America. We traveled the country together on some cases and were kindred spirits in the Law and otherwise. He was one of a kind and will be sorely missed.
I want to share a quick story as it demonstrates Bill’s ever present sense of humor.
Bill came to San Diego for a case we were handling and, as usual, we decided to have dinner together. That evening I put him in our little 13 1/2 Boston Whaler and down the bay we went to the Chart House. Being a frequent visitor to Baja California I suggested tequila instead of the normal
Jack Daniels. After we settled in with our second drink Bill asked about going back up the bay in the dark. I suggested it would be fine, but Bill then surprised me by asking to see the tequila bottle. After looking at it in silence for a couple of minutes he noted that the only warning was not to drive machinery after drinking the contents. Bill then announced proudly that we were not driving machinery; we were driving a boat and would thus have no problems whatever. We didn’t.
I will miss him so.
Dan White
I worked with Mr. Reese and family for several years and during that time I witnessed a great husband, a devoted father and an execellent boss: he treated me like family always took the time to listen and give a word of encouragement: he will be greatly missed:wish the world had some more people like Bill: Barbara, Michele and Margie I am sorry for you all lost.
Sonia (princess of St. Lucia)
Dearest Barbara, Michele and Margie,
My heartfelt condolences, prayers and love are with you during this very difficult time. Know that you and your family are surrounded by love.
Danielle
Dear Barbara, Michele and Margie:
So very sorry for Bill's illness, and for your loss. He was a truly kind, talented, and courageous man, as well as a devoted husband and father. He will truly be missed.
Love,
Gail Pinon
Dear Barbara, Michelle and Margie
Our deepest condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this very sad moment.
Claudia and Ricardo Morean
Dear Barbara and Michele
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Sorry to hear about Billl’s passing.
Yours Beppina Azrak
Deepest condolences and love to Barbara, Michele and Margie during this sad time. Bill was so loved by his friends and Dietmar and I are going to miss him so much. The world IS a little less bright without him, but that big heart, positive attitude and infectious smile will dwell in our hearts forever. We feel so lucky to have had him as a friend.
Dear Barbara,
We are so sorry for your loss.
You and your girls are in our thoughts.
Hugs,
Kerri and Peter Bermont
