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Charles Reaves Obituary

CHARLES LEONARD REAVES, October 17, 1931-August 26, 2007, was born in Anniston, Alabama. Leonard was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother-in-law, and uncle. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia Conger Reaves, to whom he was happily married for almost 30 years, his children, Charles Reaves Jr. and fiancée Irini Garner, Donna Marstellar, Tanya Elizondo and husband Homer, Tammy Owens, Tracey Owens and husband David; grandchildren Maygan Smith and husband Chris, Ronnie Marstellar, Kendra Marstellar, Shawna Caraway and husband Ryan, Erik Barajas and wife Courtney, Omar Barajas, Bianca Barajas, Tiffany Owens, David Owens, Jr., Justin Reaves, Kevin Reaves; great-grandchildren Lexee Smith, Jaxon Smith, Jade Leauvano, Gavin Barajas, Alexeya Martinez and Kaylee Caraway; sister-in-law Kay deAlba and husband Arthur and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran having served 4 years aboard the USS Consolation A/H 15 in Korea, and barber/owner since the late 1950's of Federal Road Barber Shop. He will be genuinely missed by his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to the M.D. Anderson Head and Neck Center. Memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 7 pm, at the Chapel of Howard Glendale Funeral Home, 1015 Federal Rd Houston, TX. 77015.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Aug. 29, 2007.

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John Soard

August 29, 2007

Cynthia,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and Leonard will be in my prayers. May God be with you.

Tiffany Owens

August 29, 2007

Hey Papaw I know you are smiling down on us telling us not to cry, but we love you soooo much and miss you sooo much already. I wish that you could have seen Alexeya grow up but I will not let her forget who you are. You are really special to us. I am glad that your not suffering anymore, your all better now that you are in heaven. We Love you and miss you sooo much already.
Love you Pop,
Your granddaughter Tiffany and your great- granddaughter Alexeya!!!!!

Rebecca Thomas

August 29, 2007

Cynthia,
You and the family are in our prayers and thoughts! You and Leonard did so much for me and taught me a lot. I have never met two people as nice and sweet as you two! My deepest sympathy to you all! If you need anything don't hesitate to call.
Love,
Becky "Kilgore" Thomas (CJ & Janna)

Robin Soard

August 29, 2007

Cynthia,
I'm really sad & sorry to hear about Lenoard. I wish I could be there for the funeral, but I'm not getting back to the US till next week. I'm praying for you & the rest of your family.
Love,
Robin

Susan Soard

August 29, 2007

Cynthia, our prayers and love are with you and the rest of the family during this time. Leonard was always a good and loving friend to our family. It was a joy and privilege knowing him.

Heavenly Father, we thank you for allowing each of us to know Leonard. Lord, comfort and bless all those who are grieving Leonard’s passing. Especially be with Cynthia as she deals with the practical matters as well as her grief. Strengthen her and hold her in Your tender care. In Jesus Name we pray. Amen.

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