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Michael W. Reeves January 19, 1947 - January 24, 2021

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 12, 2021 at Prestonwood Baptist Church North Campus, 1001 Prosper Trail, Prosper, 75078. The service will be live streamed at the following link starting at 10:45 a.m. on Friday: https://youtu.be/0vykW0TPrMY

Sometimes there is a special person that fulfills and facilitates many important decisions, dreams, and goals in your life. Mike was that person to his family and friends both near and far. A kind and loving man who focused on the positive and always brought out the best in those around him.

Michael W. Reeves, wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend, of Prosper, Texas passed away with his family by his side on January 24, 2021 at the age of 74. He was born on January 19, 1947 to LeRoy W. Reeves and Charlene (Baird) Reeves in Canyon, Texas. Mike grew up in Childress, Texas where he graduated from Childress High School in 1965. He earned a football scholarship to the University of Texas in Austin, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration. He was a loyal Longhorn and a proud member of the SAE Fraternity. Mike and his wife, Janie, were married August 31, 1968 in Childress, Texas before their senior year of college.

Mike started his long career with New York Life Insurance Company (NYLIC) in 1971 as an agent in Austin, Texas. In 1975, he was promoted to managing partner and moved his family to Dallas, Texas, where he spent the next 10 years building the largest insurance agency in Dallas – one of the largest in the entire state of Texas. After a number of New York Life managers passed through what became known as the “Reeves system,” Mike was named Senior Vice President of the West Central Zone, which he grew to more than 30 General Offices across 15 states. Mike’s NYLIC career spanned almost 40 years until his retirement at the end of 2005. He loved New York Life and his NYLIC family.

Mike lived an incredible lifetime of faith, family, and friends, and was a member of Prestonwood Baptist Church in Prosper, Texas. He served on the boards of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship, and the Prosper ISD School Board. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, and loved playing golf with his friends. Mike is survived by his wife of 52 years, Janie Glover Reeves of Prosper, Texas; daughter, Courtney Day Buckaloo of McKinney, Texas; son, Cameron Michael Reeves and wife, Lauren of Prosper, Texas; grandchildren, Taylor Buckaloo, Landrie Buckaloo and Alston Buckaloo; and a host of other loving family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy and Charlene Reeves.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all memorials be made in Mike's name to:

ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship

Donations can be made online at www.manegait.org or by mail using the following address:

4261 E. University Drive #30-253, Prosper, Texas 75078-9152

Or

Parkinson Voice Project

646 N. Coit Road #2250,

Richardson, Texas 75080

Please mail condolences to:

Janie Reeves

PO Box 596, Prosper, Texas 75078

Memorials

Dear Janie, I was so sorry to hear the sad news of Mike's passing. I have so many fond memories of the good times we spent together over the course of our NYLIC careers. He was a truly special man. I'll always remember celebrating your anniversary with you in Toronto so many years ago. Please be comforted with the knowledge that he was the type of man many of us aspired to be. Kindest personal regards, Allan & Mary Howard ALLAN, MARCH 5, 2021 It may seem like a cliche to say someone changed your life, but I can truly say Mike changed mine, and Janie you were a big part of that. We have been blessed to know the Reeves family for almost 40 years. Charlie and Barbara Classe CHARLIE CLASSE, MARCH 2, 2021 Time is too short for those that wait, too swift for those that fear, too long for those that grieve, too short for those that rejoice, but for those that love, time is eternity. I have never met a more natural born leader. Some people just have that it factor that when they speak the rest follow. Mike did not just have the it factor, he also never turned it off. I am truly blessed to call Mike a friend for so many years. And I am so sorry for y’all’s loss. H J CARTER, FEBRUARY 16, 2021 Janie, I was so saddened to learn of Mike’s passing. I have some lovely memories of you both in our younger years and see from all the beautiful tributes to Mike that he continued to be the kind, thoughtful, sweet man that I remembered from our youth. Condolences and prayers to you and your family. SUSAN GENTRY BULLA, FEBRUARY 15, 2021 My prayers,sympathy to Mrs.Reeves and family..I started my ins.career with the NyLife in 1968, and met knew, respected Mike when I served as Gen.Mgr. in San Diego County starting 1977..May God Bless you a ll,and guide during this trying time. Respectfully, Bob Haunschild , Caldwell Idaho. ROBERT HAUNSCHILD, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 Its been said you are applauded for your success but remembered for your significance. Today’s celebration and the comments made to all of us was a profound statement as to what was the center of Mike’s life. Mike loved Janie, Courtney, Cameron and his whole family with all his heart. The foundation of this love for family and friends was anchored by his love of the Lord and his son Jesus Christ. Mike has been a blessing to me, Libby and our whole family as well so many other families. Mike, until we see each other again...... Mathew 25:21 STEVE MAUS, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Mike, You taught me about life. To hunt, Fish, and most importantly how to be a good person. You are a special person to me, my father, mother, brother, and every person you interacted with. you will be missed by many my friend! I wish we had one more game. I'm sure you would have won. Love you, BENTON CARTER, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 It was such a pleasure to know Mike. He was an outstanding leader, a kind and funny person, and a good friend. Each and everyday I spent getting to now him as a pleasure. He will be missed. DEYON GRAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie, Cameron and Courtney, The service for Mike was another victory. Thank you for letting all of us share in honoring and celebrating his incredible life and the impact he had on everyone he touched. My family and I are so proud to have known Michael W. Reeves, and he has strengthened me again today. Blessings to you all. I love you. Rick RICK AUSTIN, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie and family, we have loved you all since Mike and Janie first arrived in Dallas. Mike was a great friend. Our lives have been enriched by our association with your family. Mike will be missed. Our prayers will remain with you in the days to come. BILL AND JOY DENNY, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul. . . We will always cherish the memories we had with Mike and Janie and the New York Life Family. . .may the memories of Mike help the family in the weeks, months and years to come. . .what an honor to be able to call Mike.. . Our Friend . . . We love you all. . . .Jodi & George JODI & GEORGE BOYCE, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Beautiful celebration of Mike's life and the impact he had on so many!!! I truly loved Mike.... DAVID HUMBERT, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Mike did live his life "fully all out" in his Christian faith. Mike's impact on our lives was incredible and he was a wonderful friend. Thank you Mike for what you gave to us. Love to Janie and family. LEE AND PATTI ELRICK, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 I feel blessed to have counted Mike as a friend. He loved many but none more than his sweet family. You all are in my prayers. SCOTT CLEARE , FEBRUARY 12, 2021 What a beautiful service and tribute for Mike. He was such a kind wonderful man. He was loved and admired by many. Cameron you gave such an amazing testimony for your father. MY God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. I love you guys. LEANNE WILLIAMS, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 I only had the privilege to meet Mike a few times and you all so graciously opened your home for our Crawfish boil, but I could tell he was a special man. I will continue to keep your family in our prayers and you mourn and grieve a husband, father, and grandfather among many other things. Blessings and my sincere condolences LUKE FERRADJ, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Thanks Mike for the great memories. God Bless and Rest In Peace. KARL BURRELL , FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie, Courtney, and Cameron, My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this moment. I hate that I could not attend today's service, but as I listen to Randy preach my heart is filled in celebrating Mike. Mike was a figure of my youth and an inspiration for my life and my career. He gave my Dad an opportunity that changed all of our lives. God Bless, Ross Sims ROSS SIMS, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Mike was a great person in so many ways! WALTER MANNING, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie and Cameron, My condolences to you and the family. So appreciated Mike through the years. All the way back to 1982 when I first met him and then came to know your family. May God grant you peace during this time with glorious anticipation of re-uniting in Heaven. Blessings to you all, thank you for sharing Mike with us these many years! Brad and Catherine Wright BRAD WRIGHT, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie/Cameron/Courtney, I can see Mike now doing the splits at his welcome party to heaven. He was always the life of the party and such an influencer of people everywhere he went. We know nobody is perfect, but the only flaw of his I know of is being a longhorn. If only he were an Aggie... At New York Life I hear people use the word "Legend" quite a bit when describing agents or managers which is many times over used. However, Mike's picture is next to the word Legend in the dictionary. He exemplified every definition of the word. I will always remember his smile and never ending encouragement which continued up to the last time I saw him at my grandmothers graveside service. Rich RICH MAUS, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 our love thoughts and prayers are with Janie and the family. Mike was a hero and a giant of kindness and compassion. We will miss him. JOHN AND CAROLYN BREEDLOVE, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 One of NYLs greatest treasures. Mike’s legacy will outlive us all MICHAEL SCOVEL, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie, My heart goes out to you and your family. Mike was a wonderful man, and the entire Moravcik family will miss him. Sincerely, Jackie and Susan JACKIE MORAVCIK, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Janie & Family - I joined New York Life in Jan 1984. From day one, Mike made me feel like I was part of the family. When Mike would give me an attaboy over something I did as a new agent, it just gave me a lift to my step! Lynn & I have been in Prosper since May of 1999 mainly because of the Reeves family. When the Executive Council parties (and other events) were held at the Reeves Place, I remember thinking Prosper would be a great place to raise a family. Mike's pride and confidence in the Prosper ISD was influential in our decision to move to town. I am forever grateful for that influence. Mike was a special guy - I know he will be missed. Our prayers are with you. MIKE LISH, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Mike was good man who I will miss knowing he's making the world a better place to live CHUCK PAFF, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 I have known Mike since our freshman year at UT, since our first day in the athletic dorm. Over the years we have shared many special times together. He has been a wonderful friend along with Janie, and we will miss him greatly! MACK AND GLORIA LAWRENCE, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Mike was the kindest and most sincere person you could ever know. He deservedly married the prettiest girl in town. The world is a better place with his presence on earth. All that knew and loved him will have an empty place in our hearts. DON STRICKLAND, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Prayers for you and your family. I always thought a lot of Mike. PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY , FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Many years ago Mike gave me advice that helped shape my career with New York Life. My family is so grateful for his impact on our lives. It will reach generations. Mike was one of my biggest cheerleaders and will be missed greatly. The last time I was with him he gave me a cross. I know he handed out those crosses to many people and those crosses will touch many lives. That's just one of the many examples of how he touched lives. RIP Mike. See you in Heaven. KIRK & SONJA QUASCHNICK, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Family, God sent Mike our way and blessed his life for 74 years. We have memories we will never outlive and Mike will always be in our hearts forever and ever. Family, thanks for sharing Mike with us and I pray he rest in peace. Love in Christ, Len and Shirley Fuller LEN FULLER, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Mike Reeves was a one of a kind. The best of the best! 100% Texan! It seems like my whole New York Life career was woven in and around my relationship with Mike. He was a mentor and colleague but more than anything he was a great friend. We had some great times that will be memories forever. I know Janie, Courtney, Cameron and family will miss him dearly but also will have comfort knowing Mike is now in a much better place. RIP my good friend. MARC AND MINDY HAM, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Mike was a tremendous leader, mentor and teacher but an even better friend. He genuinely loved and cared about everyone he knew. Mike taught me many things about business but more importantly about life. Many things I learned from just observing how Mike treated and communicated with others both in business and personal. My heart goes out to the family and friends that are hurting during this time. We'll see him again in Heaven. TRENT LEWIS, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Mike was a great friend and mentor to me. He has taught me many things in business but more importantly in life. He will be missed. TRENT LEWIS, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Janie, Courtney, and Cameron, I will be with you online today and will pray for wonderful memories of the great life Mike lived and how he loved you three sooo much!!! LIBBY, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was such a dynamic and special person. May God give you all strength during this difficult time. My sincere condolences, and sympathy to all the family. Sincerely, Debbie Carroll-Boyce DEBBIE CARROLL-BOYCE, FEBRUARY 10, 2021 Mike had such an influence on me professionally and personally and I will be forever grateful..He believed in me and gave me the confidence to excel in my career.. I enjoyed hunting , golfing and just being with Mike and he will always be in my heart...I love all of you in the Reeves family and will always consider you as my famiily Love Scott SCOTT NORRIS, FEBRUARY 10, 2021 An almost 50 year relationship is hard to describe in a few words. Mike was an amazing boss and friend. He was dedicated to his faith, family, friends and fellow NYL compadres. It is my pleasure knowing Janie, Courtney and Cameron many of those years. Mike will be truly missed until we meet again. God has a wonderful angel in his presence. Paul and I send loving and caring thoughts to all of Mike’s family. Mike, rest in peace knowing you were loved. TISH (HILL) AND PAUL RETSCH, FEBRUARY 10, 2021 To Jamie and the Reeves family- Mike was a most caring and loving individual who was always so warm and genuine. I have great memories of the many years we worked together. May God give you strength during this difficult time. NOHAD VIDEAU, FEBRUARY 9, 2021 What an incredible and inspiring man!!! What a blessing we had with him as a Rock in our industry to learn from. Grateful I have such fond memories of him. With love, Vicki VICKI VISO, FEBRUARY 9, 2021 I cannot begin to express how much Mike & Janie meant to Linda and I. We knew of Mike & Janie when we were first time qualifiers to the NYL partners meeting in 1989 and our beloved Manager Val Ivanov Introduced us to Mike Reeves from "THE BIG D". From that day forward Mike treated me personally as an equal - which blew me away and out friendship over the years grew. Mike taught me so many things and I cherished the time he took my son Hunting for his first ever hunting trip to Brady Texas. Fishing in Alaska, introducing me to calf fries and so many other memories. I will cherish my memories of Mike Reeves for the rest of my life. He was a mentor, A NYLIC father figure, a gentleman and a gentle man - one of the real class acts of our time. I miss our conversations and his pranks and his sense of humor - but at least we will always have great happy memories of Mike Reeves - from the Big D - Dallas Texas. Love you Mike Reeves - Util we meet again - Hook em Horns SAL & LINDA FARINA, FEBRUARY 9, 2021 Mike was my mentor, leader, and friend. Very few people had such a huge impact on so many. He taught me so many things. His humanity and strong faith was always present and I am forever thankful to this great man. I am sure everyone reading these memorials had special moments with him and I bet we all had times of struggle where we relied on his wisdom. Janie, Cameron, and family I love you and him more than I would ever be able to express. Godspeed boss. KYLE WILLIAMSON, FEBRUARY 9, 2021 Janie, my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek. Mike was a great man and his care and compassion for a young managing partner changed the direction of my professional and personal life. BRIAN NOWAK, FEBRUARY 9, 2021 Janie, such a loss for Youand your family. I didnt know him well, but obviously I missed knowing a wonderful guy. Im sending you love and peace. JEANIE MADELEY, FEBRUARY 8, 2021 So sorry to learn of Mike's passing. Mike was a wonderful person who always had something positive to say. He loved his family, his friends and his town and for that we were all blessed. RIP Mike. CHUCK STUBER, FEBRUARY 8, 2021 Summarizing a 49 year friendship seems overwhelming at 1st, 2nd, ... 10th glance. However, my observation is Mike’s Faith in God was the “Compass” steering his relationships with Family, Friends, Community, & Business Associates. From Mike’s Faith, came the character, integrity, values, & love for others we all grew to respect and (attempt to) emulate. And like all of us, life doesn’t occur without speed bumps and disappointments. It’s how Mike and Janie handled them that stand out to me. Mike may have appeared Tough in some instances ... a Teddy Bear in others, yet at the core was his Faith allowing all he touched to be benefactors of his involvement. Long story short, let’s keep strengthening our Faith in God, and reflect it through our relationships with others. Until we meet again my Friend, Rest In Peace. STEVE RAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2021 We loved Mike and will miss him greatly. He loved everyone and everyone loved him. He made a difference in the lives of those he touched. Janie, your whole family means so much to us. We will continue to keep you in our prayers and hope that we keep in touch. Love your entire family. Mike and Carolyn MICHAEL AND CAROLYN BURSON, FEBRUARY 6, 2021 Mike and I were roommates at Texas for two years and shared many great times together. Even though our paths diverged when I transferred out, some things and people never change. I was able to visit with Mike several years ago and it was if we never lost contact. The same great smile and gracious demeanor with maybe a little less hair! Additionally, the girl he was in love with at Texas was still the love of his life. My thoughts and prayers go to Janie and the family. JOHNNY VALENTINO, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 Mike and I became instant friends back in 1975 when we met at the MA School in New York. We shared many great memories for so many years. We did a couple of Father/Son golf trips which were so much fun and allowed Cameron and Garrett to get to know each other. Mike will be greatly missed by so many people. He touched the lives of so many and did so in different ways. He was a great leader and friend. He will be forever missed. Abe & Barbara Brustein ABE BRUSTEIN, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 I knew Mike as a managing partner for NYLIC in Canada and also during his service in Mexico. A true Gentleman and a loyal friend. May The Lord bless him and his Family with Eternal Peace. NAGUI ATALLA, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 Mike made a difference in so many lives. We were blessed that we knew Mike. He will be remembered and missed. Blessings to Janie, Courtney and Cameron. TERRY AND MARY DEAN RICHARDS, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 Janie, it was a pleasure to meet you and Michael at Parkinsons Voice. My husband Johnny was a good friend and enjoyed being in the same Speech Therapy Group with Michael. I enjoyed my friendship with you over the last year or so at Parkinsons Voice. Your kind heart and compassion has meant so much to me. Hope the poem below will give you peace. May God bless you and comfort you during this time of loss. ~ God's Garden-God looked around his garden and found an empty place, He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He knew that the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb. So He closed your weary eyelids, and whispered, "peace be thine". It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn't go alone. For part of us went with you the day God called you home. DARLENE SMITH, FEBRUARY 4, 2021 I met Mike as a young, inexperienced and very green agent with New York Life. His gentle, caring heart and kind words of encouragement over the years has meant the world to me. I am forever thankful to have known him and am grateful to have been underneath his leadership. My life is forever positively impacted because we crossed paths. GREG STAPP, FEBRUARY 4, 2021 We were saddened to hear about Mike. He was a kind hearted man and an inspiration to all. We were blessed to have known him & it was a blessing to have him serving on Prosper ISD school Board. We are praying for you Janie, Courtney, & Cameron. WILLIAM & JAN RUSHING , FEBRUARY 4, 2021 I will forever be grateful to have known and worked for Mike Reeves. He was a man of integrity and humanity. He truly loved and cared for all of us. He was an incredible leader. He was a man of integrity and humanity. I learned so much from him and I still strive to be like him. RON BOWERS, FEBRUARY 4, 2021 Mike gave me an opportunity in his Dallas Zone Office. He was a fair and honest man. We would have done anything for Mike. He was our leader. I owe him for his belief in me. May he Rest In Peace knowing that he made a difference in so many lives. God bless you Mike. Judy and I will always remember the good times with Mike and Janie. DAVID BOTT, FEBRUARY 3, 2021 What a great Texan!!!! Mike was such a great leader to us all. He had that emotional intelligence that you just loved being around. Especially on the 18th hole when he had a shot and you did not. He loved his God, family and friends with his whole heart. What I liked about Mike was that great smile. It was so subtle, warm and friendly. Heaven is better place with Mike Reeves in it. He was truly a special person. Hook’em Mike Reeves. Love you buddy, BOB MYERS, FEBRUARY 3, 2021 Wow! Where do I even begin? We have known Mike and Janie for over 55 years. First introduced in Austin at UT. Janie was my suite mate at the Miss Texas facility. Billy played and Mike played football for the Longhorns. Mike and Billy were SAE brothers together. What awesome memories we have of those years. Mike and Janie were first in our wedding in July of 1967. The following year we were in their wedding in August of 1968. A long and blessed friendship for sure. Mike's smile was infectious and he and Janie always complimented each other in every way. We will miss him dearly. God got a good one. Rest in peace our dear friend. Love, BILLY AND RHOJEAN ARNOLD, FEBRUARY 3, 2021 Dear friends Mike and Janie: great friends for many years our whole lives. Condolences to you Janie and and family. Love to you all. Pam & Kent KENT & PAM WOOD, FEBRUARY 2, 2021 A great leader, big brother, mentor and longhorn lover. I cannot express in words what a great influence that Mike has always been in my life and I am forever grateful to have met him and worked with him for all these years. I will miss him dearly. DAVID B HOUSER, FEBRUARY 2, 2021 Not everyone has the privilege of a great mentor in their careers, I had Mike. He gave an uneducated country boy a chance and it made a huge difference in my life and that of my family. Mike was the only corporate executive I have ever worked with that kept a bible on his desk. It wasn't for show, he read it and he lived it. Mike lived a life based on values and principal. Gone too soon and we are all poorer for his loss. Best to his family but I know Cameron will continue the legacy he built Rest in peace Mike...if anyone deserves it, you do. To steal a line from a Chris Stapleton song, "I guess he's finally walking with the Lord" DALLAS RICHINS, FEBRUARY 2, 2021 We are deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and hope that your many wonderful memories help in coping at this time of loss and grief. We will always cherish the memories of working with him in Dallas, especially the office barbecue picnics at your home with the games! JEFF AND DIANE HATCHMAN, FEBRUARY 2, 2021 This dear friend touched hundreds and hundreds of lives. My family is blessed because of him RODGER JOHNSON, FEBRUARY 2, 2021 I was fortunate enough to be a partner with Mike and his family on a hunting property in Brady, Texas for 17 years. Mike was an incredibly welcoming, enthusiastic and positive person every single time I interacted with him -- seriously, every single time on every occasion for 17 straight years. How many people have you known that you can say that about? Mike loved God, loved his family and loved hunting -- and if you went hunting with him he treated you like you just joined his religion and his family for life. He accomplished some amazing things in his hunting career and his business career, but I never saw him light up about anything the way he did when he was taking kids out hunting and teaching them about the outdoors. I have a great memory of hosting my family and my brother's family at the ranch one Thanksgiving -- juggling my own three boys under the age of six plus five nieces and nephews under the age of sixteen. Mike took mercy on me the final morning and guided my oldest niece and middle nephew when I just needed to sleep. Of course he put them both on eight point bucks and drove them back to my house with a giant grin on his face. I will remember him on every whitetail deer hunt and miss him every night that I sit at the fire pit in Brady. Hope you have great hunting on the other side, brother. Save a spot at the fire pit for me. Peace and love to Janie and Cameron and all the rest of the family -- John Hamlin, Jenn and the boys JOHN HAMLIN, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 My Dearest Boss Mike, Well, I really do not know what to say as it still is impossible for me to believe that you are gone. I remember my first year at New York Life as agent, you were so adamant about memorization of mailing list approach. Later on I was able to have full command the mailing list sales talk in Chinese and which helped me to qualify for MDRT and even better in my first council year I qualified for President Council and into Chairman's Council in subsequent years. Mike, If I can elaborate all the things you have done for me personally or in my career development I will have to write a book to describe the fun memories we had together at New York Life. Whatever, I have achieved in the insurance career I can only attribute to you and your patient guidance. Eventually, I became Chairman and CEO or Prudential Insurance Company of Taiwan. To this date, no one has broken my records at the company. What a teacher you were. You have impacted so many people's life and their career. Thank you and thank you and there is no word I can find other than "thank you". Well, now you are resting in God's arms. May God comfort Janie, Courtney, and Cameron. I will always cherish your kind love and guidance through out my life. Rest in peace, my dear boss. Steve Jin, your student forever STEVE JIN, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Janie, Courtney, Cameron - When you've had the best in this life, we know you will miss Mike. May the prayers from friends & family help sustain you in the days ahead. Our love to all the family, along with our deepest sympathy. CAROLYN & LARRY CARRICK, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 I have known Mike and Janie my entire life, grew up in Childress with them and remained friends all these years. Oh, the memories!! Janie, I know that you, Courtney and Cameron will miss him terribly. He was a jewel. Prayers for all of you. Love you. CAROL (DENNY) TOLLESON, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Dear Janie and family, we are all so very sorry to hear of the loss of Mike. We all have so many wonderful memories and stories that we have all been so blessed to be a part of. Mike has had such a positive impact with so many of us and for that we all are so thankful and better people today. God Bless Mike and God Bless the Reeves family. MARK, DEDE, BRITTNI AND CHRISTOPHER BIREN, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Mike had this extraordinary quality of touching people's lives in such a deep and meaningful man we, that he Will always be remembered with love and gratitud - That is how I always think of him - and always Will. He was a dear, dear friend and Will be greatly missed. My condolences to Janie and his children, of whom he always spoke with the most profound love. May God hold you through this tough time.

ROSA VALDEZ, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Janie , sorry to hear about Mike . You & your family are in our prayers. All our love to you. Jim & Raenell Smith. JIMMY, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Mike's influence on our lives was incredible. Our sincerest condolences to you, Janie, and to the entire Reeves family. Mike was a great leader, for sure, he was also my friend and one of a few great NYLIC mentors. His kindness knew no bounds and his "corrections" were always right on target and needed. I learned from Mike every day I was around him. Looking over the top of his glasses at a Zone Staff meeting Mike told me "We all have our crosses to bear, Morris, and he is yours." I'll always love Mike for teaching me that and so much more. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and Mike. MORRIS AND CARLA SIMS, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Just a wonderful man. A true leader. When Mike led us we truly were a family. He was a true inspiration to me and made me a better person. Love his family and the one thing we all knew was Mike loved his family.Rest in peace Mike. You r legend lives on! ROB MCKINLEY, FEBRUARY 1, 2021 To Mike's dear family: I am a retired actuary from New York Life. I had the pleasure and the honor of knowing Mike, speaking with him many times and benefiting from Mike's knowledge and insights. As a "numbers" guy, I valued the perspective Mike would share with me of how the sales side of the business operated and how I could do my job better in supporting Mike and his team. I enjoyed the time I spent with him and I have wonderful memories of him. I am sure everyone who knew him has the same feelings. I extend my most heartfelt condolences to you. Mel Feinberg January, 21, 2021 MEL FEINBERG, JANUARY 31, 2021 Dear Janie, My deepest sympathy to the Reeves family at this very sad time. Mike was a wonderful man who will be missed by all who knew him. Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him. Rest In Peace Mary Bentley Austin, Texas MARY BENTLEY, JANUARY 31, 2021 Our deepest sympathy to the family. Mike was a person like none other, a true role model and friend. TOM AND JILL MCCONATHY, JANUARY 31, 2021 Our deepest condolences to Janie and the family on the loss of this great man. When I first met Mike I felt a genuine connection with him and a great appreciation for his affable personality, his humility and his genuineness. Over the years of working with him, I witnessed his remarkable leadership skills, his great integrity and his strong faith. All of us who knew and loved him are better human beings as a result of knowing him and being blessed by his unconditional love and friendship. The world would be a far better place with more men like Mike Reeves. He will be greatly missed. Fred Sievert (retired president of New York Life) FRED AND SUE SIEVERT, JANUARY 31, 2021 New York Life was family to me growing up. So many amazing and wonderful fathers, husbands and men that I will always love though I don't see them as much anymore. I will never forget Mike Reeves. He was so handsome and charming and so much fun. I will always remember his laugh, smile and of course him doing the splits!! Going to visit the Reeves in Prosper Texas was a memory I will always cherish as well and it was on that trip that I visited the college I ended up at TCU... and now my daughter wants to go there. The last time I saw Mike, he did the splits at my Dad's 70th birthday - after I asked him to... I think he knew I loved when he did that over the years. Heaven sure did get a good one! STEPHANIE (KROPLIN) BARRYMORE, JANUARY 31, 2021 Sometimes during our lifetime, someone special if we're lucky, that blesses us just by being our friend. Mike was one of those people for me. From the time I first met y'all at the game in Ft. Worth , I knew this was a man I would grow to love as my career with NYLIC advanced. May the Lord comfort and bless your family Janie as I too know the pain of losing our wonderful companion, all I can tell you, it does get better....May His Peace surround you..Much love, Mike Jones MIKE & SUSAN JONES, JANUARY 31, 2021 Ifirst met Mike at the M.A. class with NYLIC IN 1975 and we all knew he was destined for big things. r.i.p. MIKE. you'll be missed by every one who knew you. NORMAN A. ENGEL, JANUARY 31, 2021 While visiting from the Home Office I was invited to the Reeves's home for a barbecue.Mike and Janie were excellent hosts and made this NYLIC Yankee feel right at home-even though threats about my tie being cut was a Reeves tradition I will miss his humor and New York Life spirit. BILL KELLY, JANUARY 31, 2021 There really are no words...Thank you for being my friend, for the happy memories, for always remembering my birthday. I am truly blessed that your were (and I believe, still are) in my life. Your friend, Georgene GEORGENE SFRAGA PANZA, JANUARY 31, 2021 Charlene and I are deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing. Mike was a great leader and good friend. He was the rare individual who was comfortable riding horses, shooting a gun, playing poker and golf with his friends or being in the board room of one of the most powerful companies in the world. Mike made the world a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janie and the family. May Mike rest in the peace of our Lord. JOHN FLYNN, JANUARY 31, 2021 I will always remember Mike for his leadership, charisma, and sense of humor JOHN BAIER, JANUARY 30, 2021 Janie our hearts are just so sad for you and your family. Mike was such a sweetheart! We have been looking at old pictures from reunions and Phil has visited with several "old" friends. We have been praying and will continue to pray for you and your beautiful family. Love You!! PHIL AND KANDI SELF, JANUARY 30, 2021 You were a dear friend and we miss you! Oh what fun we had! GREG AND JANE SMITH, JANUARY 30, 2021 Mike is one of the greats, both within New York Life and in his community and beyond. I was one of the fortunate people who crossed paths with Mike off and on over a number of years. He was kind, gracious, generous and a leader of men and women. He definitely made his mark and enriched the lives of many of us. My condolences to Janie and the rest of the family. GARY M O'NEILL, JANUARY 30, 2021 Mike’s love of nature and sense of humor brought joy to our lives. He was a kind and thoughtful friend. We will miss him. DALE & JOAN CHISAMORE , JANUARY 30, 2021 Simply put, Mike was the all around great guy. The guy you loved to call your friend! The guy you loved to work for! The guy you appreciated as a true mentor! The guy you knew who always had your back! The guy who had a great laugh! The guy you loved to beat on the golf course! The guy who you really loved! The guy you could say, and really mean it, “MADE A DIFFERENCE IN MY LIFE!” That was my Mike Reeves! I wrote Mike a letter in 1995 when I was leaving the Austin G.O. and headed to San Diego. I told him what he had meant to me. And I’m so, so glad I did! Even then, he was more to me than he ever knew. RIP Mike! BRENT MOORE, JANUARY 30, 2021 So sorry to hear this. Thankful for the time we had together in Mexico. STEVE ADKINS, JANUARY 30, 2021 We loved Mike. Have known him for over 40 years. He was admired and respected by all and will be greatly missed. BILL AND DEBBIE MONTAGUE, JANUARY 30, 2021 Mike was a strong believer in Christ, family and helping others. He was a leader a respected by all. He loved Janie, his entire family and adored his grandchildren. He will be missed. DEAN ROSS, JANUARY 30, 2021 Janie, Mike seemed like such a gentle spirit. I know he will be missed by you all. My thoughts are with you. My prayer is he has left lasting memories so you will be able to “carry on” as his presence is embracing you all on a daily basis. Rick let us know about Mike’s passing. TERESA BRUEGEL KEMP, JANUARY 30, 2021 Our deepest condolences and prayers and blessings ROBERT BROWN, JANUARY 30, 2021 Ginger and I would like to express our condolences to Janie and the Reeves family. We were saddened to hear the new of Mike's passing. During my career with NYL, Mike was a great mentor for me. He was always there to lend an ear or a helping hand. Part of my success was directly attributed to Mike's support. I know he will be missed by his family, friends and his Texas community. Mike, may you rest in peace. Thanks for all you have done not only for me put many, many more. CHRIS AND GINGER DELAHOUSSAYE, JANUARY 30, 2021 I first met Mike @ the DPS Headquarters in 1977 , Mike & Janie introducing us to NYL family changed our lives , we are so blessed to have been friends over all these years. Rest In Peace dear friend TROY BRASWELL, JANUARY 30, 2021 May God bless the entire Reeves family, the best neighbors anyone could ever hope for. We love you all and pray that the Holy Spirit comfort you and give you peace. Every memory I have of Mike and Janie is a treasure. DAVID R. FRANK, JANUARY 29, 2021 Janie, Courtney, & Cameron - Sending you all an abundance of love and prayers. I’m so grateful to have grown up beside such a wonderful family. Mike was a kind and gentle man, I will always have the fondest of memories. Mike led his life with an amazing foundation and love for Jesus that poured over anyone willing to listen. His values and legacy will continue to shine on through all of you. Many blessings, Ashley A. Taylor ASHLEY TAYLOR, JANUARY 29, 2021 Michael, you will always in our hearts. We have such fun fond memories of you and your family. I’ll come up there one of these days and help you keep things organized and on schedule because I know you are helping train the angels. :-) You lived your faith. You led by example. You will continue to be an inspiration to many. My dad said “Never say goodbye - always say so long.” So long Michael - I know we will meet again. We love you and we love your family. Sharon (Ensign Henson) and Ross. SHARON ROLIRAD, JANUARY 29, 2021 Michael Reeves was the bestest boss my twin sister, Sharon L. Rolirad, ever had. She told me so herself, so I believed! And through the years that proved to be true. How many times have I heard the name, Michael Reeves, uttered by Sharon! I felt like I knew the guy! And I truly wish I could have met him. He will be missed very very much and thought of with lots of love. Once in a while there comes a long a person who is exceptional-Michael was this person. May the God of comfort be with you at this time and in the future, so that you may find comfort always in Him. (1 Corinthians 1:3,4) CHARLOTTE BRUCE, JANUARY 29, 2021

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