SMETHPORT — William D. “Bill” Rees, Sr., 82, of Smethport passed away Wednesday (Feb. 4, 2026) at Warren Manor.

He was born Feb. 28, 1943, in Olean, N.Y., the son of George Vernon and Mary Moody Rees. On May 8, 1971, in Eldred, he married Jacqueline A. Bradt, who survives.

Mr. Rees was a graduate of Smethport Area High School, Class of 1961, and attended Olean Business Institute, obtaining a business degree.

Bill worked for Interstate Amesite for many years before retirement. He went back to work at Erdman Anthony Consulting Engineers of Mechanicsburg, and worked there until he retired again in 2017.

Bill was an avid farmer and gardener. He had also owned “The Betty Blue” in Eldred from its beginnings. He coached Little League in Coryville for many years and enjoyed his time fishing and boating at Chautauqua Lake with his family. He was a member of the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club and the Eldred American Legion.

In addition to his wife, Jackie, of 54 years, he is survived by one daughter, Bobbi Jo (John Jay) Morgan; one son, William D. (Billi Jo) Rees Jr.; three grandchildren, Bailey Morgan, Karsen and Mason Rees; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Karley Anne Morgan; a brother, George Rees; two sisters, Joanne Erickson and infant Jean Marie Rees.

In keeping with Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services.

Memorials in Bill’s name may be made to the Otto-Eldred FFA, 143 Sweitzer Drive, Duke Center, PA 16729.

Arrangements are under direction of Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc. Online condolences may be made at hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.