Anne Renae Reek, age 64 of Clements, formerly of Redwood Falls, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019 at her home following a courageous battle with ALS. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 24 at the Redwood Valley Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m with a service at 6:45 p.m. Stephens Funeral Service – Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Anne Renae Reek was born January 29, 1955 in Olivia, Minnesota to Dallas and Delores (Larson) Reek. She graduated from Redwood Falls High School. Anne managed Taco Johns in Redwood Falls for many years. She earned her CNA Certificate and then worked several jobs in the area caring for people. Anne loved nature, the outdoors, and camping. She loved wildlife, birds, and especially loved her pets. She was a very loving and supportive mom and loved spending time with her sons.
Anne is survived by her sons: Jeremy Menz and Dustin Menz; and siblings: Greg Reek of Sacred Heart, Doug Reek of Shawano, WI, Jennifer Reek of Oconomowoc, WI, and Dan (Michelle) Reek of York, PA. She is preceded in death by her son Dale, parents, and an infant sister.
Anne was a good friend and helped me though a few tough times.
Our prayers and condolences are with your family in this time of need.
Jeff & Mary Beth Potter
I have known her for a very long time since I was a kid became close to her through aa she will be missed deeply she inspired me to do good in my recovery!! Much love and prayers to all her family!!
Our deepest sympathy to the Reek/Menz families and especially Jenny Reek who thought the world of her sister, Anne. May you all be comforted that Anne is now pain free and in a better place. Let your happy memories of Anne comfort you in your loss.
Pat Stepanski and Elaine Morberg
I was blessed enough to be able to work with Anne in her home as her ALS progressed. I learned patience and “it is what it is” from her as well as so many other things. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with her cooking, cleaning, laundering, etc as well as getting to know her fur babies Bear, Tilly and Kia. May peace and comfort surround both her sons and all of her siblings as you work through this difficult time. I’m going to miss Anne so much….
Mary Holles Sternberg
My heart gos out to you boys Jeremy & Dustin!! Im so very sorry for your loss!! I beleave this world was a much better place with your mom here!! I worked for your mom @ Taco Johns for many years! Threw the good & bad your mom always tryed to make it the best!! She taught me so much more then how to bent Tacos she watched over me threw my good & bad and I always knew she was there if needed!!! Thats how Ann was with almost everyone I say!! We met again while I was getting sobber & she was insperation onal for me then to!!! Ill miss that women but I beleave she will be in heaven waitting with open arms for the ones she loved in greetting!! You boys were here everything & I know she was very proud of the men you grew up to be!!! ***HUGS*** I pray that the angles give you brothers, your dad and family strenth to get you threw this!!!