Jimmy JimBob Reeves

Don't grieve for me, for I'm free

I'm following the path God laid for me

I took His hand when I heard His call,

I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,

To laugh, to love, to work or play

Tasks left undone must stay that way;

I've found that peace at the close of day.

If my parting has left a void,

Then fill it with remembered joy,

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,

Ah yes, these things, I too, will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow,

I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow,

My life's been full, I savored much

Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief

Don't lengthen it now with undue grief

Lift up your hearts and share with me,

God wanted me now, He has set me free.

-Thresiamma Abraham-

Jimmy "JimBob" Reeves, age 75, born April 10, 1936, to Robert and Opal Reeves in San Antonio, TX, who resided in Spring Branch with his wife, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 13, 2011.

He was the most amazing husband, loving father, brother and friend. He was a fun-loving, generous, caring Christian man with a gentle spirit who gave his all to his family. A stranger to no one, he always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. JimBob loved to dance with his favorite partner -- his wife and soul mate. His favorite pastimes were dancing, traveling, gambling, golfing, playing the fiddle, and spending time with family and friends.

JimBob served his country in the United States Marine Corps and retired from the post office after 36 years. He was a man whose life leaves a lasting imprint in so many lives and will be deeply missed by all.

He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Estella Silva Reeves; sons Dan Reeves and wife Darlene, Chris Reeves and wife Elizabeth; daughters, Debbie Reeves, Karen Reeves, Yvette Schycker and husband Frank, Cynthia Cardenas, Stephanie Volpe and husband Paul; brother, Cecil Reeves and wife JeanAnn; sister, Barbara Sue Whitney and husband Jim; sisters-in-law, Hope Garza, Alice Galindo and husband Robert, Janie Cardenas and husband George; 15 loving grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; and many cherished friends and family.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at Porter Loring Mortuary North.

SERVICE

THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2011

12:30 P.M.

PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL

Pastor John Valenzuela will officiate.

Interment with Military Honors will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.