Farewell Robert Reese
Updated: October 11, 2012
WCIA-3 Meteorologist Robert Reese passed away Tuesday night at a hospital in Chicago.
He'd been battling pneumonia recently and dealing with cancer for many years.
Robert began his career at WCIA 3 in 1998 and served as the station's chief meteorologist for nearly four years.
He'd been battling pneumonia recently and dealing with cancer for many years.
Robert began his career at WCIA 3 in 1998 and served as the station's chief meteorologist for nearly four years.
Comments
I am very sad that we lost Robert. I looked forward to hearing him first thing in the morning and when he wasn't on I would always turn to the radio to hopefully hear his cheerful voice. He truly was a gift from God.
My prayers go to his family including WCIA, WBGL, and other radio stations that knew him as family.
Therersa S.
October 15, 2012 at 6:13 pm
Therersa S.
October 15, 2012 at 6:11 pm
I am truly sadden by the new's of Robert Reese I knew nothing of it until I seen it on facebook today.Of how we lost a great and wonderful man as the many year's he had covered the weather and many other story he had reported on in the year's my heart goes out to the Reese family and to WCIA Team Members he may be gone but never forgotten.May he look down on us to keep us safe as we all know he will be chasing them storm from above.
Charles S.
October 12, 2012 at 11:19 pm
I enjoyed Robert humor on camera & how he explained the different weather temanology he explained. my God bring you comfort and peace. May the Resse family be surrounded by the best of family and friends in this time of sorrow. May you find comfort and laughter in the many memories.
Terry W.
October 12, 2012 at 8:29 am
I have watched Robert for all of his WCIA years and found comfort in knowing that he was keeping an eye on the skies for us and had our back from a weather perspective. I also enjoyed all of his On the Road segments, which he seemed to take great joy in. My heart goes out to his family and his WCIA family as well. It is hard enough to deal with the loss of someone so amazing and loved but to have to report on it also had to have been hard on the entire WCIA team. My heart goes out to all of you and my prayers are with you also. Robert is now looking down from the skies with the best seat in the house. He will never be forgotten and he will always be missed.
Tonja R.
October 11, 2012 at 7:53 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with Robert's family and the WCIA family. I feel blessed to have worked with Robert and the WCIA weekend team for just a few short months one year ago. I freelanced in the weather department during the holidays to help cover days while short staffed and when Robert was fighting the strong fight in his battle with cancer. There are no words that can truly ease the pain, but I hope that his family finds comfort in the outpouring of support that comes from the many viewers whose lives he touched over the years.
Julie H.
October 11, 2012 at 5:04 pm
I am going to miss starting my day with the morning show and Robert Reese. I would also hear him give the weather on WBGL. I fondly remember once when he was giving the weather on the radio his little boy must have walked in cause he just causually said Hi buddy daddy's giving the weather right now I will be right there. You could hear in his voice his genuine concern and care for others. I will miss him . God bless and comfort to his family . Carolyn C
carolyn c.
October 11, 2012 at 3:33 pm
Words can not express how saddened I am to hear of Roberts passing. My prayers are with his family. His sense of humor and the way he gave back to others was while fighting his own battle speaks volumns to his character. What a wonderful man we lost. God Bless.
Sharon M.
October 11, 2012 at 1:16 pm
Robert just twinkled. That's the only word I can think of. You could feel joy radiating from him and I will miss that so much!
Kelly K.
October 11, 2012 at 10:44 am
My heartfelt sympathy's to Roberts family, and friends. I met Robert while in Arcola with my Mother, and Grandson. I spied him across the restraunt we were eating at. He was having a lovely time with his wife, and kids. I was so taken by how he showed so much love for his wife, and the love, and attention to his children. I didn't want to be a weather fan going up to say how he was a great Meteorologist. I went up briefly to tell him how I thought they were a lovely family. Adding after I appreciated his forecasts., He was courteous,as well his family. He introduced them. Then I smiled thanked him, and went back to my family. Such a lovely man. I will miss him. God bless his family.
Karen M.
October 11, 2012 at 9:01 am
To Robert wife and family i'm sorry to hear about Robert i always wake up at 5:00 to watch The Morning Show you will be sadly missed our prayers are with you wife and family you and Rob always joke around
Jim F.
October 11, 2012 at 8:55 am
To Roberts wife and children and to his tv family, I pray the Lord will lift you up at this difficult time in your lives. I will miss watching Robert in the mornings and that fun personality. Watching the weather will not be as much without him. Much prayers go to you all.
Susan D.
October 11, 2012 at 8:29 am
The earth has lost a good man and heaven has gained a saint!
Kathy R.
October 11, 2012 at 8:22 am
It's a sad day. He always made me feel welcome when I would be at the studio shooting spots for my employer...He was a great person and I KNOW we will meet again at the eastern gate...farewell is only temporary...
Wayne C.
October 11, 2012 at 8:21 am
Misty R.
October 11, 2012 at 8:15 am
Robert always made me smile when he was on the air. He just had a way about him. He fought a brave battle never seeming to complain or fall into self pity. HIs friends and family will be in my prayers.
Melissa S.
October 11, 2012 at 7:29 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Reese family. You will be sorely missed Robert.
Judith J.
October 11, 2012 at 7:27 am
I worked with Robert over 10 years ago when he was in Decatur. He was so fun to work with and brought joy to everyone each day. He will surely be missed. May God comfort his children. I know he loved them very much.
Melissa G.
October 11, 2012 at 7:16 am
:( Robert was my role model, i have always wanted to be a meteorologist, and he was someone I looked up to. Darn.
William S.
October 11, 2012 at 7:13 am
Oh how I will miss Robert. I watched him everday while having my coffee. I will always remember his funny jokes, his quick wit and his ability to make people laugh. His family is in my prayers and God had a reason to call him Home. I will miss you Robert.
lynn h.
October 11, 2012 at 7:08 am
R.I.P. Robert. You will be truely missed.
Nancy M.
October 11, 2012 at 7:07 am
Nancy M.
October 11, 2012 at 7:07 am
May God comfort everyone who had the honor of knowing such a wonderful man. He truly loved his job and will be missed. His family, friends, and co-workers are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult season.
Paula W.
October 11, 2012 at 6:28 am
We are saddened to hear the news to of the loss of a wonderful man. He started off our mornings with a smile and fun. His family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
TAMMY K.
October 11, 2012 at 5:59 am
What a great human being he was. His love of people was evident in his work with MDA. He was a class act. George. M.
George M.
October 11, 2012 at 5:57 am
Like others, I am sad to learn that Robert Reese passed away. I enjoyed his meteorology segments on WCIA, and his infectious smile started my day on a positive note. My deepest condolences to the Reese family.
Debra G.
October 10, 2012 at 11:24 pm
So sad to hear this news. I will miss Robert on the Morning Show, it just won't be the same without him.
RIP you gave it a good fight. Bless your family for sharing you with all of us in Central Illinois.
Sharon P.
October 10, 2012 at 10:50 pm
Heartfelt condolences to all of his family ,and extended family,for God's healing hands to help to ease the heavy burden that they have at this time and make their suffering easier to bear,God bless and guide you in this very difficult time.
Barbara W.
October 10, 2012 at 10:49 pm
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to the Reese family. You are in my prayers at this difficult time.
Larry Y.
October 10, 2012 at 10:48 pm
