Eugene (Gene) Francis Reecy, 89, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, at Monument Health
Custer Hospital in Custer, South Dakota.

Born on January 27, 1936, in Sioux Falls, SD, Gene was the son of Joseph J. and Loretta M. Reecy. He
joined two older brothers at birth, and later the family lived in Humbolt, SD before moving to Clear Lake,
where Gene grew up. It was in Clear Lake that he met the love of his life, Agnes Adolph. Their romance
endured through the years, and on September 14, 1957, Agnes's 18th birthday, the two were married.
Together, they raised four daughters: Kathleen, Diane, Peggy, and Michelle.

At the age of 18, Gene began what became a lifelong career with the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in
Sioux Falls, where he worked for 44 years, ultimately serving as production manager. He was a
dedicated provider who worked tirelessly to ensure his family had everything they needed.
After retirement, Gene and Agnes moved to Edgemont, SD, eager to enjoy a quieter life. There they
shared countless memories fishing with family, helping with projects at the Stevens Ranch, attending
sporting events, school plays, and concerts, traveling back to Sioux Falls to visit loved ones, and spending
precious time with their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Gene was known for his quick wit, sense of humor, and love of conversation. Whether with family,
friends, or a stranger, he had a gift for making people laugh and feel welcome.

He will be deeply missed by his wife, Agnes; daughters Diane (Randy) Stevens of Edgemont, Peggy
Jackson of Charlottesville, VA, and Michelle Reecy (Scott) of Sioux Falls; as well as his many
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; one infant brother; two brothers; his daughter, Kathleen; an
infant grandson; and a granddaughter.