U.S. Army · United States 
Carl Reese
1977
Carl O. Reese served the U.S. Army for 2 years. Carl also served in the U.S. Army.
How He Died
Manner
Natural
Cause
Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened
Patrolman Carl Reese suffered a fatal heart attack after serving a 25-hour tour of duty during the Blizzard of 1977. In his attempt to rescue stranded motorists, push cars out of the snow on Route 5, and bring aid to the sick, Officer Reese made two separate one-mile trips, on foot, to bring medication from a hospital to stranded citizens. Despite suffering from chest pains he continued to assist during the severe weather. Hours later he suffered the fatal heart attack. Patrolman Reese was a U.S. Army veteran.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and child.
Service Record
U.S. Army
1961 – 1963
U.S. Army
Also Served
Buffalo Police Department
Patrolman
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