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David “Chip” Reese was a Professional Poker Player who was recognized in the Poker arena as a true champion.  He has won many tournaments, winning Millions of dollars. Chip recently passed away after suffering from having complications after developing the flu.  His son found him lying in his bed one morning so he did pass away in his sleep, no pain.  He is survived by his ex-wife son and daughter. 

Chip went to Dartmouth University and after he left college the college named the card room after him because of his love for the game as well as know one could ever beat him at the game of Poker.  They hung a plaque on the wall with his name on it , David E. Reese Memorial Card Room.  Chip wanted to become an attorney, however, on his way to Stanford he decided to top by Vegas and after winning a large sum of money he decided to change his career to playing Poker professionally.

He started getting involve in the casino business by working as a Poker room manager at the Dunes in Vegas and stayed with them for over 5 years.  Chip was considered to be the number oe  seven card stud player at the time.  In 1978 he went on to win the WSOP bracelet in seven card stud.  He enjoyed playing cash games and he was known for taking breaks from playing Poker to go spend time with his family.  Some would say that a lot of Professional Poker Players forget about their families while they are on a winning streak but not Chip, he always took the time to visit with his family and friends.

Chip was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 1991 at the age of 41and at the time he was the youngest.  Chips funeral was on December 7, 2007 and will always be remembered in the Professional Poker Industry as a well mannered professional who was a threat to the other player as he was at the table.  Our blessings go out to his family and may he rest in peace. 

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