Sandra Reeves Obituary Sandra S. Reeves, of Suffolk, VA, passed away in the embrace of her family on April 18, 2024, at the age of 76. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her. Sandra is preceded in death by her devoted husband, Ronald Reeves, and survived by her children: Tina Reeves (Mack), Tracey Gillespie (Randall), Daniel Reeves (Sherry), and Nathan Reeves (Brandi); her grandchildren, Matthew (Kristen), Megan, Tee, Ashley (Brett), Lindsey (Zachary), Stevan, Jacob, Ruston, Jon (Maddy), Daniel, and Katelyn; her great-grandchildren: Hendrix, Landen, Caiden, Presten, Samuel, and Spencer; her siblings: Clark Sims, Dale Sims (Charlotte), Nancy Edwards, Lynn Anderson (Mark), Regenia White (Charles); and many other loved ones. She is preceded in death by her brother, Timothy Sims. Born on June 18, 1947, in Marianna, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Albert "Bill" and Elma Sims. Growing up on a farm, Sandy possessed a wealth of energy and drive. After meeting at Chipola Junior College in Marianna, Sandy married Ron on August 5, 1967, and raised four children. With enduring love, they celebrated 55 years of companionship, support, and dreams. A dedicated professional, Sandy retired from Virginia Beach Public Schools after 28 years of service. Her roles as a bus driver and teacher assistant were a testament of her commitment and love for children. Sandy found joy throughout her life in her family and home, gardening, solving puzzles with her husband, and even playing basketball well into adulthood for her church's women's league. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. A funeral service will be held at 3 PM on April 27, 2024, at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home, North Suffolk Chapel, 5885 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk, VA 23435. The family will receive friends from 2 PM until the service and after the service in the funeral home reception hall. Sandy's burial will occur on May 3, 2024, at 10:00 a. m. at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Rd Suffolk, VA 23434. The family requests that any flowers be sent to the funeral home, or that any memorial contributions be made to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation. Obituary published on Legacy.com by R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory - Northern Suffolk Chapel on Apr. 20, 2024. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchNameSandraReeves&page1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/sandra-reeves-obituary?id54924987 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative summary of the obituary Sandra S. Reeves of Suffolk, VA, passed away on 18 April 2024 at 76. Born 18 June 1947 in Marianna, Florida, she married Ron Reeves in 1967. Sandra retired from Virginia Beach Public Schools after 28 years. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. ### Narrative summary of funeral services A funeral service was held on 27 April 2024 at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home, North Suffolk Chapel. Burial occurred on 3 May 2024 at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk, VA. The family requested flowers or donations to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation. ### The Edited Obituary Sandra Reeves Obituary Sandra S. Reeves, of Suffolk, VA, passed away in the embrace of her family on 18 April 2024, at the age of 76. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her. Sandra is preceded in death by her devoted husband, Ronald Reeves, and survived by her children: Tina Reeves (Mack), Tracey Gillespie (Randall), Daniel Reeves (Sherry), and Nathan Reeves (Brandi); her grandchildren, Matthew (Kristen), Megan, Tee, Ashley (Brett), Lindsey (Zachary), Stevan, Jacob, Ruston, Jon (Maddy), Daniel, and Katelyn; her great grandchildren: Hendrix, Landen, Caiden, Presten, Samuel, and Spencer; her siblings: Clark Sims, Dale Sims (Charlotte), Nancy Edwards, Lynn Anderson (Mark), Regenia White (Charles); and many other loved ones. She is preceded in death by her brother, Timothy Sims. Born on 18 June 1947, in Marianna, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Albert "Bill" and Elma Sims. Growing up on a farm, Sandy possessed a wealth of energy and drive. After meeting at Chipola Junior College in Marianna, Sandy married Ron on 5 August 1967, and raised four children. With enduring love, they celebrated 55 years of companionship, support, and dreams. A dedicated professional, Sandy retired from Virginia Beach Public Schools after 28 years of service. Her roles as a bus driver and teacher assistant were a testament of her commitment and love for children. Sandy found joy throughout her life in her family and home, gardening, solving puzzles with her husband, and even playing basketball well into adulthood for her church's women's league. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. A funeral service will be held at 3 PM on 27 April 2024, at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home, North Suffolk Chapel, 5885 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk, VA 23435. The family will receive friends from 2 PM until the service and after the service in the funeral home reception hall. Sandy's burial will occur on 3 May 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Rd Suffolk, VA 23434. The family requests that any flowers be sent to the funeral home, or that any memorial contributions be made to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Sandra S. Reeves | |---------|---------------------------------| | Age | 76 | | Birth | 18 June 1947; Marianna, Florida | | Death | 18 April 2024; Suffolk, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|-----------------------|-------------| | Sandra S. Reeves | Decedent | Suffolk, VA | | Ronald Reeves | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Albert Bill Sims | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Elma Sims | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Tina Reeves (Mack) | Child | Unknown | | Tracey Gillespie (Randall) | Child | Unknown | | Daniel Reeves (Sherry) | Child | Unknown | | Nathan Reeves (Brandi) | Child | Unknown | | Matthew (Kristen) | Grandchild | Unknown | | Megan | Grandchild | Unknown | | Tee | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ashley (Brett) | Grandchild | Unknown | | Lindsey (Zachary) | Grandchild | Unknown | | Stevan | Grandchild | Unknown | | Jacob | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ruston | Grandchild | Unknown | | Jon (Maddy) | Grandchild | Unknown | | Daniel | Grandchild | Unknown | | Katelyn | Grandchild | Unknown | | Hendrix | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Landen | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Caiden | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Presten | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Samuel | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Spencer | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Clark Sims | Sibling | Unknown | | Dale Sims (Charlotte) | Sibling | Unknown | | Nancy Edwards | Sibling | Unknown | | Lynn Anderson (Mark) | Sibling | Unknown | | Regenia White (Charles) | Sibling | Unknown | | Timothy Sims | Predeceased Sibling | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Sandra grew up on a farm. 2. She met her husband, Ron, at Chipola Junior College in Marianna. 3. Sandra and Ron were married on 5 August 1967. 4. They celebrated 55 years of companionship, support, and dreams. 5. Sandra retired from Virginia Beach Public Schools after 28 years of service. 6. She worked as a bus driver and teacher assistant. 7. Sandra enjoyed gardening and solving puzzles with her husband. 8. She played basketball for her church's women's league well into adulthood. 9. Sandra was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | |------------|-------------------------------------------|------------ | | Legacy.com | R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory | Northern Suffolk Chapel | 20 April 2024 |