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Merlyn Reece
MERLYN REECE
Marion
Merlyn C. Reece, 57, of Marion, passed away Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Per her wishes, no services will be held at this time.
Merlyn Cabahug Reece was born Oct. 19, 1960, to Inacio and Leonora (Dungog) Cabahug in Davao City, Philippines. She was united in marriage to Wesley Reece on May 15, 1998, in the Philippines. She was a housewife who enjoyed photography and making greeting cards. Merlyn will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her loving husband, Wesley; seven siblings; mother-in-law, Thelma Reece; brothers-in-law, Ric (Betty) Reece and Terry (Nadene) Reece; and sister-in-law, Connie (Samuel) Rees.
Merlyn was preceded in death by her parents and father-in-law, Raymond Reece.
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