George Allen Reese, age 86, of Kanab, Utah, passed away on July 12, 2026. He was born on July 15, 1939. He was taken out of the orphanage at 11 years old by Sebastian and Cecilia Wald.

George proudly served four years in the United States Army Air Corp. After his military service, he completed his education graduating at Cal-Poly State University, in Business Administration. George spent most of his time as a General Contractor, retired and he and his wife worked on the road as an Insurance Catastrophic Claims Adjuster for 11 years, then retired in Kanab 22 years ago.

George had a passion for outdoors and traveling. He enjoyed being Santa Claus at many schools, parades and private events. He enjoyed playing golf. He will be remembered for his kind heart, his readiness to help others and his deep devotion to his Catholic faith and church. George loved sharing his knowledge and life stories with his family and friends, passing down wisdom and memories. He loved the open road in his motor home, camping, ATVing and fishing. He possessed an inviting laugh that made everyone feel welcome, and he beautifully ended every conversation with the words, “God Bless.”

George is survived by his wife, DaFamay Reese; his children Kristine (Joe Owens) and Shannon Perez; his grandchildren Jason (Rebecca) Gillham USMC Vet, Marcus Gillham, USMC Vet, Gunnery Sergeant Steven (Veronica) Gillham, Joseph (Heather) Owens and Janeen (Bryer) Bidegain; and 12 greatgrandchildren: Noel, Presley, Cheyanne, Kayla, Aubriel, Aurora, Connor, Eleanor, Keaton, Charlotte, Avalina and Everett. He also leaves behind his puppy, Bentley.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Kim; son Tracy Woods; brothers, Richard, Bill, Frank Reese; sister Mable; biological parents, Joe and Margaret; and his adopted parents, Sebastián and Cecilia Wald.