William Gerald
Reeves
January 20, 1938 - February 4, 2025
William Gerald Reeves, 87, of Florence, Alabama, passed away February 4, 2025. Visitation will be Saturday, February 8 at Florence Boulevard Church of Christ activity building from 10am – 11am. Immediately following the visitation, a celebration of life will be held starting 11am-12pm.
Honorary bearers include Marty James, Milton James, Verlon Reeves, Randy Reeves, Don Deaton, Ricky Hudson, Donald Holt, and Dr. Edmund Wilson.
Mr. Reeves is preceded in death by his mother, Ruby “BeeBee” McElyea, and his wife, Bonnie Reeves.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Jan Reeves; daughters, Mitzi Fritschen (John), Dana Holt (Tim); sons, Glenn Marks (Suzette), Scott Reeves (Amy). Additional survivors include grandchildren, Sarah Marks, Abby Wallis (Drew), Jordan Holt (Alisha), Ryan Reeves, Hannah Gray (Dylan), Cole Fritschen, Haley Marks, Emily Marks, Katie Knorr (Cameron); great-grandchildren, Case “Snap” Holt Gray, Leon Krieger, Jace Holt, Rose Alice Gray; and two more great-grandchildren on the way.
He traveled across the country with special friends, Don and Ruth Deaton, Bill and Joy Berry, and Charles and Shelby Woods.
Mr. Reeves was a long-time member of Florence Boulevard Church of Christ. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and attending all the activities they participated in. Mr. Reeves enjoyed watching Alabama football games holding season tickets. He spent many hours traveling in his motor home taking family beach trips to The Gulf of America for over 25 years. He enjoyed spending peaceful time in nature walking many miles up County Road 24 and on Dibert Park trail. He followed the stock market closely and kept up with politics. His grandchildren loved eating Epaw’s famous homemade ice cream almost as much as he enjoyed making it for them. Spending time with family is what he enjoyed most of all. He especially cherished the time spent with his great-grandchildren.
The family would like to express appreciation to NAMC ICU staff especially Jacob, Emma, Emily, Gabi, Jessica, Ali, Dr. William Heaton, and the Cardiac Cath lab for their excellent care of Epaw.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Florence Boulevard Mission Fund or Children’s Charity of your choice.
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February 8, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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7 Comments on “William Gerald Reeves”
Mitzi and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Your dad was a special person and I know y’all will miss him tremendously. But I know you are thankful he is fully healed and in the presence of our Lord.
Granny Jan , Mitzi and family thank you for wonderful time of being part of the REEVES family.
Love you ALL very much
Sister Jan and family,
I’m sorry to read of your loved one’s passing, and may all find comfort in our Lord’s word during this time of sadness.
In John 11:23-26, “Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” Martha said to him, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection on the last day.” Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?”.
The above scripture is a wonderful promise from our Lord Jesus, and those who have passed on are now in the care of our Lord God, who has shown his love for us through his Beloved Son.
Rest in peace, dear brother; your reward is waiting.
God’s continued blessings be upon you all.
Gerald was a great neighbor & man. I enjoyed conversations with him whenever we would see each other on County Rd 24. To Jan and Tim & Dana & family you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Mitzi, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time! I know you will find comfort in knowing Epaw is no longer suffering and is smiling down watching over you.
Sending our deepest condolences during this most difficult time. Lots of love! Sincerely, Jason, Angel, Chayse, & Chance Thomas
Mitzi, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I had a great Dad ,& miss him & my mom daily. There is not a day that goes by I don’t use the knowledge he gave me. We keep our loved one alive by keeping their memory alive. Much love to you ,& yours Sincerely Pat & Kevin Purifoy