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Rev. Dr. Ralph Reavis Sr.

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March Funeral Homes - Laburnum Chapel

2110 E. Laburnum Avenue

Richmond, Virginia

Ralph Reavis Obituary

REAVIS, Rev. Dr. Ralph, Sr., 80, of Chester, departed this life Tuesday, February 2, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion L. Reavis; and his parents, Hallie and Fannie Merritt Reavis. He leaves cherished memories to his devoted son, Ralph Reavis Jr.; and daughter-in-law, Dorice M. Reavis; grandson, Ashton C. Reavis; four siblings, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where a walk through visitation will be held 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, February 5, 2021, with live streaming available 4 to 6 p.m. Graveside service 11 a.m. Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Fort Hill Memorial Park, 5196 Fort Ave., Lynchburg, Va. 24502. Rev. Dr. John W. Kinney officiating.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Feb. 4 to Feb. 5, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Reavis

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16 Entries

Rev. Dr. Caroel & Dea. Jacqueline Selby

January 29, 2025

Dr. Reavis was a mentor who was a great man of God. His teaching and practice of self-help gave me the courage to move on in life with God in the forefront and you will be successful on your journey.

Rev. Caroel L. Selby, D. Min.

January 29, 2022

A great Spiritual Leader and Mentor. Class of 2018.

Apostle Dr Rosalyn Bagby

November 8, 2021

what a man of God who married myself and husband many years ago . we send love and comfort to the family. Heaven gain for such a trojan of the faith.

Michael Robinson

March 18, 2021

Many heartfelt prayers during this time of mourning.

To Ralph Jr...
Long time no hear.
I pray you remember me.

Prayers to you and your Family.

Michael Brown

February 8, 2021

I shall cherish our friendship when we were young and working for change in our city. Pax Vobiscum!

Deborah Jones Brooks

February 7, 2021

My condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of Dr. Reavis. He baptised my son and under his Pastoralship, my son became Riverview's first Eagle Scout. A wonderful man, scholar and teacher. Blessings Ralph Jr.,Dorice,Ashton and family

JAMES SIDNEY POWELL

February 7, 2021

Many Blessing to the family, prayer is always the key to healing a broken heart when we lose a family member or love one.

Jacqueline T Snow

February 7, 2021

May God soothe your hearts and minds with HIS peace in your season of loss. Dr. Reavis, was indeed a gem that I will always remember with fondness. Often he preached at my church, 31st St. Baptist and we loved him, related to him, respected him. Continue following in his footsteps and your continue in love thanking God for his gift of your father!

Janice Smith Roane

February 6, 2021

Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends! May God grant you comfort and peace at this time!

Jan Roane,
Associate Minister
Thirty first Street Baptist Church

Brenda Christian, DMin, 2009

February 6, 2021

Dr. Reavis was a man of compassion. Please find comfort in knowing others are praying for you. God bless you.

Rev. Sherleen Scott

February 5, 2021

We, the Ministers' Wives and Ministers' Widows Association of Lynchburg and Vicinity are praying for the family during the time of your loss. We loved Dr. Ralph and was glad Sister Marion was a member of our organization. We pray that God will continue to bring peace to your soul and comfort you during this time. We want you to know that we loved and enjoyed the fellowship that we had with your parents and will always remember them. As God wraps His arms around you lean on Him for He knows your heart.

Woodrow and Mary Jackson

February 5, 2021

To Ralph, Jr, Dorice, Ashton, and the entire Reavis Family,
We were saddened to learn of the death of our Pastor Emeritus of Riverview Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Ralph Reavis, Sr. It was rewarding for me (Woodrow) to serve as a deacon under his leadership. I (Mary) was Director of Music and served on numerous ministries and committees under his able leadership. As a retired librarian, it was a joy to assist him in his research for his Ph. D. Dr. Reavis was a kind-hearted, brilliant man, who loved people. .He positively touched the lives of numerous individuals during his lifetime. May you find comfort in knowing others care and share in your sorrow. Remember, God has promised never to leave us, "Great is Thy Faithfulness"

Rev Kenneth and Loretta Dennis

February 5, 2021

Our hearts are heavy but our spirits are lighter. We share with you in this difficult time. Dr. Reavis was a Master Educator and humble servant. The Eastern Region of IAMWMW was blessed to have him as a part of us. His humor was on display at our IAMWMW conventions. Both he and Marion has left a footprint in our lives and for years to come. As my teacher at STVU he exposed us to the essence of Civil Rights. Servant of God well done. Rest from your labor employed. The battles been fought, the victory won. Enter your Master's Joy. Be Blessed!

Rev Dr Richard L Hoard

February 5, 2021

This great man of God will truly be missed.

James Coleman

February 5, 2021

My prayers are with the Reavis Family. I will forever cherish the luminary life, lessons, and legacy of a great man of God-Dr. Ralph Reavis, Sr. Oh how he and his wife Marion loved Ralph, Jr, Dorice, and Ashton! My his indomitable spirit reside in each of you and us all!

Rev. Dr. Caroel L. & Deacon Jacqueline Selby

February 4, 2021

Dear Family, we wish to express condolences and our prayers during this time of grief due to the lost of Dr. Reavis Sr. A great Spiritual Leader and Educator. He left a lasting impression upon me while studying for my Doctor of Ministry Degree at "VUL." God Bless.

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