Jay Reeves

Jay Reeves - Architect, beloved and cherished husband, devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, golfer, fly fisherman, snow skier and travel enthusiast. Jay was born in Vancouver, WA on April 6,

1950. He passed away at home on May 16, 2014 after a prolonged fight with a brain tumor. Jay graduated from Hudson Bay High School in Vancouver, WA. in 1968. He graduated from the University of Washington with a Masters Degree in Architecture in 1975. He was a partner with the Sclater Partners Architects in Seattle. Jay was married to Bobbie for 40 years. They were blessed with 2 children - Kelly and Kurt. They resided in West Seattle's Fauntleroy neighborhood for more than 30 years. The family has many cherished memories of vacations in Sunriver, Mount Bachelor, Whistler Mountain, Hawaii, numerous trips to Europe and relaxing at their cottage on the Washington coast. Jay is survived by his wife Bobbie, daughter Kelly (Adrian), son Kurt (Hilary). He is also survived by his mother, Beth Reeves of Vancouver WA., his sister, Teresa Johnson (Steve) of Ridgefield WA., brother, Gary Reeves (Doris) of Arizona, and brother- and sister-in-law, Mark and Debbie Peterson of Seattle. Jay had 5 grandchildren whom he adored and loved - Alex, Esme, Gabriella, Zachary, and Carly. The family would like to express gratitude to Providence Hospice for their excellent care and compassion.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for 1:00 PM on June 27, 2014 at Fauntleroy Church, 9140 Calif. Ave. SW, Seattle 98136. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Jay's honor to Fauntleroy Church, The Virginia Mason Foundation or the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research.

We'll miss you, Jay.

May you rest in peace and

know that you will always be loved and held close to our hearts.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Jun. 1, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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Bobbie Reeves

December 26, 2017

I miss you. Love you always.

January 24, 2015

Jay - I still miss you so much. The pain of grief still goes on. I miss our life together. Love you always, Bobbie

June 28, 2014

Bobbie,
A truly great memorial for a truly wonderful man and friend.
Thank you,
Steve Elliott

Michael Totten

June 10, 2014

Bobbie, Ms. Beth, Theresa, and the rest of the family I will always remember Jay as the best friend I could have ever had or known. We have all shared some great times and he will be missed. Much love to all of you. Mike

June 9, 2014

To Beth, Teresa and Gary, and Jay's family, my deepest sympathy to you all in this difficult time. I wish you all the very best. I haven't seen any of you in so very long, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget our many baseball games together and playing "hot box" to keep sharp for the next game. David Smith

David Miller

June 7, 2014

I met Jay through golf at Rainier. His nice, kind personality was matched by his competence and generosity with his time. He helped with many projects at Rainier. My condolences.

June 3, 2014

Jay inspired me from afar. I would hear my mom and dad speak of his heroic battle with cancer and how he touched their hearts and life forever. My grandma Reeves, Jay's mom, was so strong and dear to visit regularly with my mom and dad. Bobbie, you and your children cared for Jay with such purpose and gave such dignity and hope to the journey. May all who grieve be blessed knowing that our Lord and Savior holds Jay in His lap on the Throne of Heaven. There is no pain or suffering. We are all impacted in unique and different ways by such a lose. May everyone remember the joy on this day and find comfort in it.

My best to all the family during this time,

Jenny Johnson
(Steve and Teresa's daughter)

June 3, 2014

Jay was the best Big Brother I could have ever wanted. He lead by example, and I adored him. We had many great times together at your beach cabin, and I cherish the weekend trips up to Seattle to see you when you were sick. You will always be someone I adored and cherished. Rest in Peace Jay. With a heavy heart, and deepest sympathy to Bobbie, Kurt's , Kelly's and Mom. Love Teresa

Dick Ford & family

June 2, 2014

Jay was a truly wonderful and faithful friend, ever since we were first roommates together way back in our college days at the UW. Over the years, his outstanding architectural accomplishments were surpassed only by his building of an exemplary life with Bobbie, Kelly and Kurt and their lovely families. We are all so fortunate to have had Jay in our lives - he will be dearly missed....

Debbie Galbraith

June 1, 2014

Dearest Bobbie and family. Our memories of Jay will, of course, be from our "beach family"! Jay sitting on his deck reading and sipping; walking with Bobbie through the dunes, chairs and books in hand; encouraging and helping us plan our cottage addition. You touched our hearts and we miss you, Jay. Debbie and Eric

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