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Willie L. Reeves CHESAPEAKE - Willie Lloyd Reeves, 92, formerly of Portsmouth and known as "Bugs" or "Lloyd," made his final transition Oct. 6, 2010 at Washington Hospital Center, Washington, D.C. Born in Gilmerton, Va., Aug. 12, 1918, he was the only child of the late Mary Magdeline Williams Reeves and Freeman Reeves. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his son, attorney Willie Lloyd Reeves Jr.; daughter, Loretta Reeves; former wife, Cornetta Riddick Reeves; adopted daughter, Queen Wiggins; dedicated friend, Earl Jefferson; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in Ebenezer Baptist Church, Portsmouth. The family will receive friends at 409 Patriot Lane, Chesapeake. Viewing will begin today from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The body will be in the church at 11 a.m. Final arrangements are entrusted to Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth. Online condolences may be sent to www.fisherfuneral.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 12, 2010.

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Oliver L Winkfield

October 6, 2021

Rest In Peace

Leonard Haywood

October 13, 2010

Willie and Loretta
May God Bless you both during this time of sorrow. Know that he will see you through this and continue to guide you in his path.

Thomas and Annie Wilson

October 13, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Oliver Winkfield

October 12, 2010

To Willie and Loretta, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. You and the members of your family have my deepest sympathy.
Your neighbor, Oliver Winkfield

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