Donald K. Reese

Donald K. Reese, 60, of Ellwood City, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 13, 2025 in Grove City, PA.

Born in Ellwood City on September 9, 1965, Donald was the son of the late William and Karen Smith Reese. He married DeAnn Kaufman on February 15, 2014. Donald was a truck driver and he had many favorite pastimes including riding motorcycles, enjoying the outdoors, watching NASCAR and Sprint Car racing. He loved taking photos and loved his family. He served as the treasurer of the Ellwood City Eagles Club. A Veteran of the US Navy, Donald also was a member of the Grove City VFW.

Donald is survived by his wife, DeAnn Kaufman, his three children, Dezra Kaufman, Brent Hill and Azayvien Dennis, six grandchildren; Kamoren, Hazen, Harlee, Ralph, Reagan and Mikey and his four great-grandchildren; Brooklyn, Faith, D.J. and C.J.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his daughter, Shawna Kaufman.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, December 17th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Joseph A. Tomon, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 97 Grim Avenue, Ellport. The Veterans Honor Guard will provide military honors preceding the funeral service at 7:00 PM.