Ronald Lee Reese

October 21, 2013 in Visalia.

Ronald was born on September 13, 1947 in South Gate, California. In 1966, he married Mary

Scholes and they were married for 47 years. Ronald was known for his positive attitude and

high energy. Ronald was a successful restaurateur. He and his wife have owned and operated

three Sizzler restaurants for the last 23 years. He was also active in Kiwanis and the community.

Ronald enjoyed white water rafting, motorcycle riding, spending time with his grandchildren,

vacationing in Hawaii, and working in his walnut grove.

Ronald is survived by his wife Mary, son Sean Reese, daughter Kristine Scialo and husband

Vincent, and son Ryan Reese and wife Arani, all of Hanford. Six grandchildren, Zack Reese,

Tanner, Morgan, and Logan Reese, and Chloe and Blake Scialo and many nieces and nephews.

He is also survived by his sister Sandy Wright and husband Loyd of Encinitas, California, brother

Tom Reese and wife Cindy of Fountain Valley, California, and brother Bob Reese and wife

Lynnette of Moorpark, California. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ruth

Reese.

A private graveside service will take place on Friday, October 25, 2013.

A celebration of life for family and friends will be held at the Square 8 Hall on Friday, October

25, 2013 from 2:30-4:30.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America in memory

of Ron Reese. Online address is alzfdn.org or 1-866-232-8484.

Arrangements are under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel in Hanford, California.