Kenneth Reeves

Kenneth Reeves, of Arcadia, MO, entered heaven on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the age of 88 years, 7 months, and 13 days. He was born January 4, 1937, in Elvins, MO, to the late Vernon and Ethel (McGee) Reeves. On November 27, 1959, Ken was united in marriage to Janet Marie (Glore) Reeves who survives. To this union three children were born, John Reeves and wife Maricel who survive of Fredericktown, MO, Karen Kemp and husband Kevin who survive of Fredericktown, MO, and Kenny Reeves and wife Gayle, both preceding him in rest. Other survivors include four grandchildren, John William Reeves, Kristina Kite, Jenni Shell, and Sharon Reeves; five great-grandchildren, Daniel, Abigail, Willow, Leena, and Quinton; one brother, Richard Reeves of Georgia, and many more loving family members, church family, and friends. Ken is preceded in rest by his parents, his son, Kenny, and two brothers, Jerry Lee Reeves, Sr. and Vernon Reeves, Jr. As a young man, Ken enlisted in the United States Army Reserve. After his service he worked several jobs including managing a Kroger before he came to the Valley, working for Valley Motor, and owning and operating Valley Auto Parts. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ironton where he was an ordained deacon and Sunday School director for several years. He was also a member of Farm Bureau, the Rotary Club, and had his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Missouri in agriculture and majored in animal husbandry. Ken was a loving and kind man who cared deeply for his family and friends. He worked hard every day to support his family, and helped those who needed it. Kenneth Reeves will be missed by all who were blessed to know and love him. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, beginning at 11:00 am from the Cole Family Chapel. A Visitation for friends and family to gather and fellowship will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, beginning at 6:00 pm and lasting until 8:00 pm from the Cole Family Chapel. Interment will follow the services in the Arcadia Valley Memorial Park. Pastor Ryan Nichols will be officiating the services.