Brian C. Reise

Brian Charles Reise passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on February 25, 2021 after a courageous battle with a glioblastoma/astrocytoma (brain tumor) diagnosed in November 2019.  Brian was born July 10, 1961 to Charles and Rita Reise of Unity, WI.  Brian, the eighth of nine children, was a welcome addition as six of the previous children were girls.

          He received his education in Colby area schools, graduating from Colby High School in 1979.  He was a lifelong member of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Colby.  His faith meant a great deal to him and it is certain that he will be welcomed into his heavenly home with great joy.

          Growing up in a large farm family helped Brian’s natural aptitude for hard work ethic.

          He began his professional career at the age of 18 when he began working at Colby Metals.  His innovative ideas and sharp mind allowed him to rise to the level of Vice President before he left the company in May of 2014.  He thereafter worked at MEC in Neillsville until the time of his illness in November of 2019.  Again, Brian’s skills and hard work ethic made him a very valuable employee.  The love and support from MEC and Colby Metals was a blessing in Brian’s journey.

          Brian married Mary Ann Treankler in 1997.  Together they enjoyed Mary Ann’s large family and pursuing mutual interests, before life lead them in separate directions in 2008.

          On August 14, 2015 Brian married Shelli Seefeld.  She lovingly and tirelessly cared for him throughout his illness.  She was and is the epitome of a loving spouse. 

          Brian’s gift for building and his ability to visualize a finished project along with his determination and downright stubbornness were key in helping him through difficult situations in his life.  No where was that more apparent than when he and his best friend Matt Tellock labored unceasingly to remodel an old farmhouse through an endless summer of rain and mud.  The finished product became a happy home for Brian, Shelli and Shelli’s daughters, Shaylee and Shyanne, the daughters of Brian’s heart.

          Brian pursued with endless energy, his interests and hobbies.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends including his “Riplinger family” and Bill and Debbie Kara, lifelong friends.

          Brian will be missed by his pets, especially his princess Ashlee who was always by his side.

          Brian loved hunting and fishing at his cabin up North and touring with Shelli in their “side by side” and shooting pool.  He was an excellent cook and was known for his award-winning chili.  One of his favorite past times that he was always up for, was “checking traps” with Matt.

          Brian was predeceased by his mother Rita on February 22, 1997.

          He is survived by his beautiful wife Shelli, their girls Shaylee and Shyanne Martens, his father and stepmother Charles and Orvilla Reise, six sisters and two brothers Kathy (Duane) Bowe, Chippewa Falls, Roger (Deborah) Reise, Unity, Marilyn (Ron) Brost, Unity, Judy (Allen) Novacek, Lakeville, MN, Susan (Al) Hubing, Leanne (Ron) Leonhard, Unity, Marie (Bob) Kauffman, Medford and Chris Reise, Marshfield, mother and father-in-law, Doug (Barb) Seefeld, Spencer, sister-in-law, Tammy (John Austin) Seefeld, Abbotsford, as well as many well-loved nieces and nephews, family, and friends.

          “To learn who the father is means learning what absolute trust is.”

                                                                     -Pope John Paul II

          And it is with absolute trust and certainty that we surrender our beloved husband and father, son, brother, and friend to the father knowing that our prayers for a longer healthy life for Brian are being answered by the father in a more loving and grandiose way then anyone can begin to imagine.

          The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation and thanks to the nurses and staff of Ascension Health and Heartland Hospice, especially Jessica, Zach, Josh and Deb.    

Due to all the love and support of the community and the current Covid19 restrictions the funeral Mass will be private.  The Mass will be live streamed at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2021 on the PetersonKraemer Facebook page or for later viewing on the website.  Public visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Colby.  Burial will be at a later date. Current social distancing protocols will be observed and face coverings are required for all who attend.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com

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