Richard Vance Reeves Jr.

Richard Vance Reeves Jr of Independence MO, a father and man who loved the lord passed away
Wednesday July 27, 2022. He was 73 years young.

Richard entered this world September 8th, 1948 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His parents were members of the RLDS church and decided to move to Independence, Mo when he was 5 years old. Richard chose to join the Marines right after graduating high school and was shipped off to Vietnam. His time in Vietnam was when he was brought closer to God. Richard loved sports and watching his daughters play.

Once Richard was given grandkids, he loved watching them play and tried diligently to not miss a game. Richard was actively involved in his church. He loved bringing the gospel to all and traveled the country preaching to various congregations. He was always willing to bring the word of God to anyone asking.

Richard loved playing the guitar and loved playing music to anyone that would listen. He played in a Bluegrass band for as long as his hands would hold up. Richard loved his family and was non wavering in his faith.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents Richard V Reeves Sr and Ethel Bollinger.
Richard is survived by his daughters Angela Fidler, Christine Meyers and Alicia Reeves. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

A visitation will be held Thursday August 4th at South Crysler Restoration Church located at 16101 E
Salisbury Rd. Independence MO 64050 at 10 am and a service will follow.