Earl Coleman Reeves, age 79, of Ashland, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Community Hospice Care Center. He was born on October 17, 1944 in Keyser, West Virginia to the late Earl E. and Pauline (North) Reeves. Earl served 3 years in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era.
He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and camping. He also enjoyed Sprint Car Racing.
Earl is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carolyn S. (King) Reeves; his daughters; Michelle Campanella (Benny) and Crystal Reeves (Dave); his two sons Jonathon Reeves and Michael Crawford (Kim); his grandchildren (Ryan, Ashley, Maddison, Kaitlin, Morgan, Jacqueline, Macey) and great grandchildren (Brooke, Claire).
Earl’s calling hours will be on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio from 10 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Earls funeral service will be on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio with Pastor Danny Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Online condolences can be left to Earls family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Cynthia Lewellen Branham - Feb 20, 2024
Michelle and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. May our merciful Father grant you all comfort and peace.
Alan W Smith - Feb 19, 2024
I worked with Earl on the railroad for a number of years. I was a train dispatcher in Jacksonville florida. After i retired drove back to Michigan (my old home) and got to meet in person Earl and many of the others I had worked with. We used to talk on the phone now and then. Earl was a really great guy. I shall miss him.
Dodie - Feb 18, 2024
To earls family I wish to give my condolences and send hugs and prayers their way. I met Earl when I drove taxi cab at the railroad, and he was so much fun and such a wonderful man. I knew he would give the shirt off his back to help you. he will be sadly missed by his family and his friends fly high Earl you deserve it .
Barbara - Feb 17, 2024
We are sorry for your loss. Earl was always fun to be with. He will truly be missed. We will cherish our times we got to spend with you guys. Sending you hugs and prayers.
Samuel W Hasson - Feb 16, 2024
Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathies for your loss!
Joan Ebert - Feb 16, 2024
Carolyn, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how much family means to you. Sending you and your family love and prayers during this difficult time.
Chris King - Feb 15, 2024
Carolyn and family, so sorry for your loss, Earl will be missed. You and Earl raised a wonderful family together, so many blessings. Praying for you all.
Stacia Atkins - Feb 15, 2024
Carolyn, Jon, and family. I am so sorry of your loss. Sending my love and prayers.
kenneth risner - Feb 15, 2024
It is said the Heavenly Father only picks the best of his fruit and MR Reeves certainly fit the bill. This is particularly saddening to me. When I'd see him out I usually called him MR Reeves as I had, and still do have the utmost of respect for him. I'm now 63 but when I was a teen Mr Reeves took my dad and I hunting with him. He and my dad were good friends. If I remember right he, Earl worked on the railroad with my dad. Earl wasn't quite as old as my dad but he showed a fatherly quality to every younger person he met. At least that's the impression I got. There is nothing I can possibly say to make his family feel better at this time but know this, he is in a much better place and is happy with God and is also reunited with his good friend, my own dad who went before him and one fine day you can be with him again as well
Donna and Abe Weaver - Feb 15, 2024
We are sorry for your loss. Earl always had a smile and joke when we saw him. He will truly be missed but always remembered. He will now be at peace with his dad. You are in our prayers.
Gary & Tina Isaac - Feb 15, 2024
Carolyn & Family, So sorry to hear of Earls passing. Good neighbors for many years before moving to KY. We will keep you and family in our prayers for comfort an healing during this difficult time.
Dawn - Feb 15, 2024
Michelle, So sorry about the loss of your dad. It's funny because we all know that chances are our mom and dad will leave this world before us, and yet it still breaks your heart into a million pieces! Praying for all of you!
Marc E Garner - Feb 15, 2024
I was so very sorry to learn of Earl’s passing. I have so many fond memories of time spent with Earl working the R.R. road trips as well as the many group hunting trips. He was an unique individual with infectious laughter. I truly enjoyed being in his company. He will be missed by many .who knew him.
Mick and Sandi - Feb 15, 2024
What can I say about you Earl but you was one of a kind. You always had some good railroad stories. You loved your Family so much and they loved you. You will forever be in our hearts E.C. Love Forever
Michaella - Feb 15, 2024
Uncle Earl could always make me laugh he will be greatly missed love you always Uncle Earl
Kacey - Feb 14, 2024
I have nothing but fond memories of Uncle Earl. He could always make me laugh at family gatherings. Prayers for the family. Love you! Kacey and Eli
Paul - Feb 14, 2024
A true friend from across the pond who will be greatly missed, sleep well fellow railroader, until we meet again, your West Virginia buddy from England.
