REECE, Ralph Edward, age 72 of West Alexandria, OH. passed away Friday, Aug. 24, 2018 in Eaton.  He was born in Gratis, OH. on May 20, 1946 to Ralph and Florence (Hanshell) Reece.  Ralph  loved farming and tractors but he  had also worked for Rexarc Mfg. in West Alexandria as a machinist for about 8 years.   He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Reece,  3 sons, Ralph H. Reece, West Manchester, OH., Charles N. Reece, Eaton, OH., Robert A. Reece, West Alexandria, OH, 5 grandchildren, Amanda, Shelby, Savannah, Charles Jr., Caitlynn, 3 brothers, Donnie (Diane) Reece, TN., Danny (Donna) Reece, Jacksonburg, OH., John (Cathy) Reece, Nenam, GA., many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his baby brother, Ronald Lee and his daughter, Patricia Lynn.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Thurs. Aug. 30, 2018 at Lindloff-Zimmerman Funeral Home, West Alexandria, OH. with Pastor David Williams officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, West Alexandria, OH.  Visitation will be Wed. from 6:00P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. For condolences: www.lindloffzimmerman.com