The life of Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese came to an end on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the age of 78 at Tri-star Southern Hills Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Gloria was born on September 16, 1947, in Williamson County, Tennessee to the parents of Jonas Harrison and Helen Ruth Gosey.
She leaves to cherish her loving memory devoted husband, Charles Reese, III, and their three children: Dr. Charita (Winfred) Littles, The Honorable Judge Camille (Bruce ) McMullen, and Charles Christopher Reese; grandchildren, Jayde Reese, JeMari Reese, Keira Reese, Reese McMullen, Zoe McMullen, Makiah Reese, Cayden Littles and Micah Littles; great grandson, Carter Shields; brother, Greg (Regina) Williams; devoted niece, Laticia (Miguel) Burgess, nephews, cousins and many friends.
Dr. Reese will lie in state on Monday, October 6, 2025, from 12 Noon until 5 P.M. at the Funeral Home.
Visitation with family, Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 10 A.M. until 11 A.M. at Lee Chapel AME Church, 1200 Dr. DB Todd Jr. Blvd., Nashville, Tennessee 37208 with funeral to begin at 11 A.M. and Pastor, Garrett Copeland, eulogist
Interment Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery
W.S. Drake planted 5 trees in memory of Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese . - October 07, 2025
Mary Wu Tullis sent Gracious Lavender Basket for Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese - October 06, 2025
Denise Hinds planted 5 trees in memory of Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese . - October 06, 2025
Rhonda Houston sent Beautiful Spirit Basket for Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese - October 05, 2025
To my mentor of my Fisk & Prince Hall years, Bro. Charles Reese, and to the Reese family: Our prayers are with you in this time of loss and grieving. May God's peace be with you always.---Blese A. Richardson III
Dr. Reese was a true legend in her own right. Everyone she touched will remember how much of an impact she made. You will be greatly missed.
Praying for the family. Gloria was loved so much.
I will forever cherish the journey shared with Gloria from Elem.1st grade --- High school. The memories will forever be embraced. Loving condolences Jocelyn Jordan Dotson NHS Class '65
Our prayers are with you. May God give you strength through this time. Evelyn Gosey Hadley and the Gosey Family
I wish to express my most sincere condolences to the Reese Family following the passing of Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese. Having had the privilege of knowing her in my Lifetime & residing in the Franklin Community, I hold her in high esteem. My late Mother's regard for her was so great that she bestowed her name upon me. Dr. Reese's remarkable presence touched countless lives and her passing leaves an unfillable void. She will be missed! Gloria Patterson-Webster
My prayers to the family.
I offer my sincere condolences to the family, Life Members of 13th Episcopal District and Area II Women's Missionary Society ! Linda Faye Bentley Life Member Area II WMS Chairperson
Prayers, love, and hugs to the entire family of Dr. Gloria Reese! She was one of my absolute favorite sorors and colleagues from JFK Middle. I will miss her and our yearly birthday outings. She was an AMAZING woman and I will forever be thankful that God allowed our paths to cross.
I will miss our long conversations ( at least 1 hour) She was my first friend when we moved from Detroit to Tn., We didn't talk daily but we always picked up where we left off. The memories we shared will have to sustain me until we meet again. I pray that they will do the same for you all. That would be her wishes for you because she loved you all so much. I will continue praying for your comfort that only our Lord can deliver🙏🏾
Condolences to the Family.
I'm sorry you lost your precious mother. God be with you.
To The Family Very Very Sorry For Your Loss My Prayers Are With You.
To the Reese Family please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your beloved one. Your loss is Heavens gain. Family hold tight to your memories. Look to the hills for your help, for all of your help comes from God.
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Gloria Reese. We wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Abraham and Veronica Williams
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Reese family in your time of bereavement.
I have so many precious memories of Dr. Reese from Kairos and from my work at the Urban League. Such a beautiful person with such a big heart. My prayers are with the family. She leaves a legacy of love and devotion. Heartfelt condolences. Patricia Stokes
Our Sincere condolences to the family of my Classmate Dr. Gloria Harrison Reese may she rest in eternal peace. Fred Calvin & Carmen Leach
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.