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John Reeves Obituary
September 19, 1955 - May 16, 2022
Orlando, Florida - John Thomas "Tom" Reeves passed away at his residence in Orlando, Florida on May 16, 2022.
Tom was born in Albany, Georgia on September 19, 1955, to the late William Thomas Reeves and Mamie Shiver Reeves. He grew up in nearby Newton, Georgia and was a graduate of Baker Academy and member of Newton Baptist Church. Tom graduated from the University of Georgia School of Pharmacy in 1978.
He was employed by the Medical Center of Central Georgia for most of his career and retired as Director of Pharmacy Services in 2007.
Tom enjoyed reminiscing about his days as a guitar player in a rock and roll band. He was an avid Georgia football fan and was ecstatic about the championship win this year. He would never turn down a Chick-fil-A sandwich and was rarely seen without a Diet Coke in his hand. Tom was a hardcore Trekkie; he enjoyed collecting Star Trek memorabilia. He cherished watching his children participate in athletics- particularly basketball- and even coached them at various stages in their youth. Tom loved Maine Coon cats, especially his silver tabby, Izzy, who was his constant companion.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 44 years, Susan Dixon Reeves; children; Jessica Reeves, Justin Reeves (Britt); grandchildren; Ainsley Reeves, Grayson Reeves; sisters; Dale Sellers Sandiford (Charles), Jan Reeves Masters; his "bonus" daughter, Kate Anderson; and many beloved extended family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the American Diabetes Association.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Reeves
Rick and Mary Meadows
July 9, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Betty Hilburn McWaters
May 26, 2022
I didn't know Tom, but I knew his father Bill Tom. His father was a great teacher and many of us student admired him
greatly . I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.
Andrea Olmer
May 24, 2022
Dear Susan, Jessica and Justin,
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Tom was a great man and certainly had a strong impact on my pharmacy career. Over the almost 20 years we worked together, he was a positive role model as pharmacist, leader and friend. He advanced the pharmacy in so many critical ways while maintaining such positive relationships with all those that worked with him. I know you will all miss him. Prayers for all family and friends. I know he and Fred are catching up.... Andrea
Ruth and Duane Welesko
May 23, 2022
Susan and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. When we moved to Macon Tom was so kind and offered me a job in the pharmacy. He was a an inspiration in pharmacy practice.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rhonda Perry
May 23, 2022
Susan and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. He was a great part of our work family and I loved talking with him about his family! Prayers for all of you!
Joy Hart
May 23, 2022
Dear Susan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was a friend, mentor and fellow trekkie who is remembered fondly. I pray God's comfort for you all .
Elena
May 23, 2022
Lit a candle in Remembrance
James F Smith
May 22, 2022
In my position as Medical Director at the MCCG Cancer Center and chairman of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee I had the good fortune and pleasure to work with Tom, whose sense of teamwork and diligent attention to detail made the Pharmacy section a high quality organization. He was also a gentleman of character. My condolences to his family.
Mike Crutchfield
May 22, 2022
Susan, Jan and the rest of the family,
I was so sad to hear of Tom's death. He was a co-worker, mentor and , most important, a good friend. I have many good memories that I will hold on to. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Camille Moss
May 22, 2022
So sorry to hear about Tom. You are all in my prayers.
Linda (Hughes) Logan
May 22, 2022
Susan, Jessica, and Justin,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom´s death. He was a mentor to me as a pharmacy student and then as a pharmacist. His tenure at the Med was focused on advancing the department into the world of technology and state of the art practice for the Pharmacy Department. The MCCG Pharmacy is what it is today because of his leadership, insight, and drive to make it the best. Much love to you all, Linda
Roberta Permenter
May 22, 2022
I was privileged to work with Tom for many years. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great mentor to me as a new nursing director.
Ellen Sowell
May 22, 2022
Susan,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kate Anderson
May 20, 2022
I am absolutely heartbroken. Thank you for always being my bonus dad. You raised the most amazing kids and were blessed with an incredible wife. I will miss you and our silly conversations so much. My life is better because you were a part of it. I love you, John T.
Ted Hunt
May 20, 2022
Susan. Am heartbroken. for you and the family. God gained
an angel who will greatly missed on earth.
German & Alejandra Uzcategui
May 20, 2022
Justin and Britt, our prayers are with you and your family in this difficult times! God bless!
Bernard Meyer von Bremen
May 19, 2022
Susan, Jessica, Justin -- Our prayers are with you all and the extended family. Tom was a great friend and mentor to many and is missed by all. The family of MCCG was heart broken when I shared the news.
We continue to cover you with prayers,
Bernard and Wende
Patty Wilson
May 19, 2022
Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family have my prayers.
CHARLES SANDIFORD
May 19, 2022
TOM, WE WILL MISS U I WILL NEVER FORGET OUR FIRST
CHRISTMAS IN NEWTON.....
CHARLES SANDIFORD
Penny Nobles
May 19, 2022
Dear Susan, Jessica, and Justin,
I am heartbroken for you all and so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of Tom from MCCG for many years. He was the kindest, most generous person, and he surely loved his family. Please know I am praying for you during this most difficult time.
Lynn Edmondson Chestnutt
May 19, 2022
I´m so sorry to hear about Tom. My prayers are with you and the family. I would love to talk again at your convenience. I think about our days at UGA with fond memories and our trips to Macon to visit. Your sweet daughter, Jessica, has communicated with me over the years. Love,
Gene and Lynn
Verna Boxnick
May 19, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Although I only met him a couple of times, I could definitely see him through his 2 wonderful children! You will carry his spirit into the world honorably! Love you all
Lp
May 19, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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