Evelyn Frances Reel

January 16, 1927 - June 26, 2010


Evelyn Frances Watson Reel, 83, of Remington, died at 5:05 a.m. Saturday, June 26, 2010 at St. Elizabeth East Hospital in Lafayette. She was born on January 16, 1927 in Remington to the late Alfred and Mildred Harper Watson. She graduated from Remington High School, and attended Ball State Teachers College. Her marriage was to Ivan W. Reel on April 13, 1948 in Crawfordsville, Indiana, and he survives. Mrs. Reel was a member of Remington United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir. She was a fifty year member, and past Worthy Matron, of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 169. She was also a member of the Jasper County Board of Health from 1973-2000, and past mother advisor of the Remington Order of Rainbow for girls. She was a homemaker most of her life, and had also been employed by Hansels Drug Store, Remington Press, Remington Locker Plant, Days Inn, and Rem Cafe. Mrs. Reel was a certified pilot for small aircrafts, and enjoyed flying. She was also an avid reader, and enjoyed spending time with her family and having tea with her friends. Surviving with her husband is a son, Michael Reel (wife: Janice) of Terre Haute, Indiana; a son-in-law, Rodney Pitstick of Remington; a sister, Nancy Nadolski (husband: Leo) of Huntington Beach, California; and two brothers, Charles Watson (wife: Mary) of Wolcott and Randall Watson (wife: Clara) of Flora. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Ryan Pitstick (wife: Faith), Jennifer Wendling (husband: William), and Zachary Reel; great-grandchildren, Jenna and Ciara Wendling, Aiden Pitstick; and step great-grandchildren, Taylor and Paige Sullivan. Preceding her in death is a daughter, Sandra Pitstick, and two sons, Steven and Phillip Reel. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m., Monday, June 28, 2010 at Remington United Methodist Church. Funeral Service 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Remington United Methodist Church with Reverend Mary van Wijk officiating. Interment to follow at Remington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Remington United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.clapperfuneralservices.com


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