He was a retired school superintendent, a United States Navy Veteran and was of the Lutheran faith. Mike was an avid outdoorsman enjoying duck and deer hunting along with waterfowl retriever training competitions. He was a member of the Monticello Rotary Club, Ducks Unlimited (committee member) and Delta Waterfowl (committee member). He served 37 years in education as a teacher, coach (basketball, baseball, football, volleyball and track), middle/high school principal and superintendent. Mike was inducted into the 2015 Illinois USSSA Hall-Of-Fame for his years of service as an umpire.
Survivors include his wife, Jana Reeves of Monticello; one son, James S. Reeves, M.D. and wife Whitney of Beebe along with their son, Harrison Michael Reeves; one daughter, Renee Kelly and husband Tim of Tulsa, OK along with their children, Aaron and Amber Kelly; one brother, John Reeves and wife Rose of Anna, IL; two sisters, Linda Revis and husband Mike of Decatur, IL and Carole Snider and husband David of Kissimmee. FL; a sister-in-law, Jodi O'Brien of Chico, CA; four nieces, three nephews and his yellow lab and hunting partner, Callie.
There will be a time of visitation from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Saturday, October 10, 2020, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel before burial in Sparta, IL with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be given to the animal welfare society of their choice. Please sign the online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(18)
Bob Lawyer
New Orleans, LA Thursday, September 22, 2022 Though this is long after Mike’s death, I only discovered his obit yesterday. To say the least, I and several of our buddies who served with him while in the US Navy in Key West were saddened to hear of his passing.We served in a small unit it Key West and most of us, including Mike, became close friends. To be honest, we didn’t really spend too much time devoted to our military duties, thus we had lots of free time to give to other activities.
Mike was a gifted athlete. Everything he did he did well. Golf, tennis, fishing, you name it, he did with passion. I’m not surprised he did so well in various professional and avocations i his life.
To his family and friends, I am saddened by his death. He was a unique and unforgettable fellow.
RIP amigo mio.
Sara Schoenborn
Waterloo, IL Wednesday, February 3, 2021 Jana,So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy and I know you two loved each other very much and had a wonderful shared life together.
Richard Ferre
Sparks, NV Sunday, October 11, 2020 I have many good memories of Mike in high school and at class reunions. He will be missed. Condolences to Mike’s family and friends.Mike Gerlach
Nashville, TN Sunday, October 11, 2020 He was my basketball coach at Sparta LincolnGrade school. We wore red sport coats to every game.
Learn a lot from him besides basketball.
Cheyenne Tucker
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 11, 2020 My prayers are with Mrs. Reeves and the family. Mr. Reeves was a great person, and he was our lunch buddy my senior year. He will be missed.Orvel. Cox
Red Bud, IL Saturday, October 10, 2020 Jana, just saw where Mike passed away letting you know you and your family in our prayers. Lo of memories from the pass that never go away again so sorryOrvel & Betty Cox
Perry D Brooks
Sparta, IL Saturday, October 10, 2020 Sorry for your loss, Prayers for you allCarol Moore
Monticello, AR Friday, October 9, 2020 Our family grieves for you and your family. You will be in our prayersMelissia Vincent
Monticello, AR Friday, October 9, 2020 Jana, Jim, and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Reeves was a great man. He will be missed.Helen-Ann Hill
, AR Friday, October 9, 2020 Dr. Reeves, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your dad. He obviously was a great father because he raised a kind and generous son who loves his wife and son and cares for his patients. My heart is breaking for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Terry Hayden
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 8, 2020 Ms. Jan and the entire Reeves Family. My Prayers are with you and your Family. Mike always has a smile on his face and loved life. He will be missed.John R Reeves, Sr.
Anna, IL Thursday, October 8, 2020 Be with God. You are sorely missed little brother. I will see you later in a better place.Sheila Gardner
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 8, 2020 Mrs. Reeves,I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Reeves. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Cossey
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 8, 2020 Jana and family, I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Prayers to you for comfort and strength.Annette Watson
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 8, 2020 So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.Kenny and Annette Watson
Jack Knight
West Monroe, LA Thursday, October 8, 2020 My Condolences. Thoughts and prayers to family and friends in this time of grief. God in his mercy bless all.Jack Knight
Chaille Brown
Star City, AR Thursday, October 8, 2020 He was beloved by all of the pirate nation, and he will be missed. Our prayers are with you, Jana, Jim, and the rest of the family.Rick Donham
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 8, 2020 Jana, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.