Gene was born on December 28, 1937, in Danville, Virginia, to the late Cosby and Lena Shreve. He graduated from G. W. High School in Danville. Gene was the Store Manager for H&M Shoe Store on Barracks Rd for over 30 years. He enjoyed UVA Football and liked gardening.
In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his son Brian Eugene Shreve, and his brother Elton Shreve.
Gene is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley Shreve; daughter Kimberly Meyer (Erik); son Kenneth Shreve (Wanda); daughter-in-law Frances Shreve; grandchildren Amber Meek (Tobias), Kent Shreve, Tyler Acree (Savannah), Kaylee Shreve, Ashlyn Shreve; great-grandchildren Ava Meek and Bryce Meek; sister Benne Pritchett (Russell); and several other extended family members.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at 3pm, at First Baptist Church, 735 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions be made to Autumn Care of Madison.
