John A. Reeves, a Watsonville native, died peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. He was 66.
Mr. Reeves was born to Walter and Virginia Reeves on Feb. 11, 1952 in Watsonville. He worked for San Lorenzo Lumber for over 30 years. He retired in February 2018. During his time away from work, he enjoyed building wind chimes. He was a very sociable person and had a lot of friends.
Mr. Reeves is survived by his wife Ilda of 22 years; daughter, Heidi Cardoza; step-son Alejandio Lopez (Bibiana Ruano); step-daughter, Rosa Bautista (Jose Romero); five grandchildren; brother, Jack Reeves (Caroline Reeves); sister, Rita Armstrong; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Reeves was preceded in death by his son, Lance Reeves; and sister, Darlene Alexander.
A viewing will be held at Mehl’s Colonial Chapel on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mass will follow at Valley Catholic Church at 1 p.m. Mehl’s Colonial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.
