Daniel H. Reeves, Jr.

Daniel H. Reeves, Jr. was born May 12, 1925 in Burkburnett, Texas to Daniel H., Sr. and Elizabeth Anderson Reeves and he passed away in Houston December 14, 2006. Dan was a decorated veteran of WWII and a wonderful man who was “philosophical with a jolly flair”. He enjoyed a full and meaningful life, which included many interest such as golf, fishing (especially for a fat, tasty crappie) and working in his garden. He loved his peaceful life in the countryside of Dodge, Texas and serving his church and community. Dan dedicated his life and career as an educator and math professor at Sam Houston University teaching his students not only how to become excellent teachers and other professionals, but also how to utilize their God given talents to their fullest potential in helping others. The joy he received from this was enormous and his reward will be recognized in Heaven. Yet, without a doubt, his greatest love of all was for his loving wife of 59 years, Helen, and for his family. He was always there to advise and guide his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren through the up and down challenges that life provides. While he may no longer walk among us in person, he will always be in our hearts. His guidance and love will endure forever. Survivors include his wife Helen Reeves of Dodge, daughter Danna Riley of Dodge, son Danny Reeves and wife Selena of Kingwood, son Walter Reeves and wife Annamarie of Chicago, IL, eight grandchildren , five great-grandchildren and sister Mary Leighton Rosenbaum of New York City. Services will be held Tuesday December 19, 2006 at 1:00 PM in the First Baptist Church of Dodge with the Rev. Reagan Cooksey officiating. Interment will follow in the Dodge Cemetery under the direction of Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home. Mr. Reeves will lie in state throughout the day Monday December 19, 2006 with the family receiving friends from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home. Memorial gifts can be made to the: Daniel H. Reeves, Jr. Endowment Fund at Sam Houston State University to the following address: Sam Houston State University Department of University Advancement Attn: Darlene Andrews P.O. Box 2537 Huntsville, TX 77341-2537 Those wishing to leave memorial condolences for the family may do so at www.shmfh.com.

Daniel H. Reeves, Jr.

May 12, 1925 - December 19, 2006