Through her life and work, she touched and inspired the lives of millions of people.
I know heaven has a brand new angel this day.
Della Reese will be forever in our hearts.
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Rest In Peace, sweet angel.
It also earned Reese two Emmy nominations.
CBS also released a statement regarding Reeses passing.
Were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Della Reese, it reads.
She was a multi-talented, award-winning performer who shined brightly on soundstages and in concert halls.
We will forever cherish her warm embraces and generosity of spirit.
She will be greatly missed.
Another angel has gotten her wings.
In 1979, Reese suffered a near-fatal aneurysm that required two surgeries.
She would end up becoming ordained in her ministerial work, she was known as Rev.
You get such an understanding because you experience it for yourself.
From 1996 to 1998, she recurred inPromised Land, anAngelspin-off that starred Gerald McRaney.
Her last TV appearance was on HallmarksSigned, Sealed, Delivered, another drama from Williamson.
Reese suffered from diabetes later in life, which she blamed on poor diet and lack of exercise.
She is survived by three children, Dominique Reese, James Reese, and Franklin Reese.
Her daughter Deloreese Daniels, passed away.
Her three previous marriages ended in divorce and one was annulled.
