Willie Andrew Reeves Jr. of Newman passed away March 16 at 63 years of age.
Mr. Reeves was born in Fort Hood, Tex., and was a resident of Newman for 50 years.
He worked as a welder for 25 years.
Mr. Reeves was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Gustine.
His hobbies included fishing and target shooting, and he loved spending time with family.
Mr. Reeves is survived by his wife, Linda Reeves of Newman; two daughters, Jennifer Reeves of Turlock and Terra Reeves of Atwater; a brother, Cecil Reeves of Oklahoma; a sister, Reba Sterling of Alaska; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 21, at Hillview Funeral Chapel in Newman. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery, Santa Nella.
Remembrances may be directed to: Optimal Hospice, 122 W. Granger Ave., Modesto 95350.