Ms. Lillie Reese, Member of Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Vidalia, Georgia, Dies at 83

Lillie Ruth Byrd Reese, 83, of Vidalia, passed away on October 14, 2026, at her home after an extended illness. Born in Toombs County, she resided in Vidalia for most of her life. Ms. Reese attended J.D. Dickerson High School and was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Vidalia.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruthie Mae Byrd and Robert Conyers. Surviving her are four daughters—Evelyn Denise Rock and her husband William, Belinda Byrd, Michelle Reese, and Tammie Reese—and several siblings, including four sisters and one brother. Additionally, she is survived by two aunts who were raised like sisters, three grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ms. Reese’s life was marked by her dedication to her faith, which she practiced through her membership in the Jehovah’s Witnesses congregation. The Kingdom Hall in Vidalia served as a central part of her community involvement and spiritual life.

A memorial service will be held on October 24, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Vidalia. The event will provide an opportunity for friends and family to gather and honor her memory.

The Jehovah’s Witnesses organization emphasizes the importance of community and spiritual fellowship, which Ms. Reese embodied throughout her life. Her participation in the Kingdom Hall reflects the group’s focus on worship, study, and service to others.

The memorial service will likely include readings, prayers, and reflections on Ms. Reese’s life and faith. It will serve as a testament to her commitment to her beliefs and the values upheld by the Jehovah’s Witnesses congregation.

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