William Reginald “Bill” Reeves passed away peacefully in the early morning of Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by care and compassion. He was born on November 19, 1933, in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, to the late William and Lillian (Clark) Reeves.
One of four children, Bill was predeceased by his beloved siblings: his brother Tommy (the late Patricia), and his sisters Jane (the late Bill Vandebelt) and Lillias (Bill Sutherland).
Bill is survived by his devoted wife of sixty-five years, Marilyn (O’Shea) Reeves. Their marriage was a true partnership, marked by love, laughter, shared adventure, and deep devotion to family. Together they raised their cherished son, Reverend Daniel J. Reeves (Dee), and created a lifetime of memories through summers spent at their cottage on Longpoint Lake and winters enjoying the sunshine in Clearwater, Florida.
Bill was a proud grandfather to Natalie Genoe (Don) and Daniel Reeves (Serge), and a loving great-grandfather to Luke and Claire Genoe, each of whom brought him immense joy. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Susan Johnston Reeves.
A skilled diesel mechanic, Bill worked at Adams Mine for nearly thirty years, where he was respected for his dedication and strong work ethic. He was a lifelong member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and a proud member of the Kirkland Lake Masonic Lodge, Doric Lodge No. 623 A.F. & A.M.
Deeply proud of his Scottish heritage, Bill delighted in the music of Harry Lauder and had a lifelong love of poetry, rhymes, and limericks. He was especially fond of the works of Robert Service, whose lengthy poems he could recite from memory. In his later years at Extendicare, Bill continued to share his wit and warmth, entertaining staff and visitors alike with his clever verses and quick humour.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the entire staff at Extendicare, as well as to the EMS personnel and physicians whose kindness, compassion, and care brought comfort to Bill and his loved ones.
Bill will be remembered for his sharp mind, gentle humour, steadfast faith, and the deep love he held for his family. His presence will be profoundly missed and lovingly remembered.
In honouring Bill's wishes, there will be no funeral service. A private family graveside interment will take place at a later date.
There’s a land where the mountains are nameless,
And the rivers all run God knows where;
There are lives that are erring and aimless,
And deaths that just hang by a hair;
There are hardships that nobody reckons;
There are valleys unpeopled and still;
There’s a land—?oh, it beckons and beckons,
And I want to go back—?and I will.
- Robert Service
Sympathy Messages
Bill was a wonderful man and caring iam sorry for your loss
- Nancy McLean , on
January 8, 2026
Mrs. Reeves and Dan,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your dear husband/father. I will hold the memories I had of going to the camp with Dan on Longpoint Lake when we were young, Mr. Reeves was always so kind. We had some good times there with your parents.
RIP Mr. Reeves.
- Steve Fry, on
January 8, 2026
Thinking of you, Marilyn & family.
May my support warm your heart
- Elizabeth Snow, on
January 9, 2026
Marilyn and family, my deepest condolences. Bill was such a kind man with a great sense of humor. I will miss our chats as well as seeing Marilyn.
- Katrina, on
January 9, 2026
Marilyn & Dan,Sorry to hear of Bill's passing..My sincere condolences go out to you and the family..Bill was a very nice man and neighbour and I will always remember getting to know him and having our brief talks..He must've loved dogs as he would always talk to Winston and give him a pat or two..RIP Bill
May my support warm your heart
- Fran Cameron, on
January 9, 2026
What a wonderful, gentle man. Enjoyed chatting with him when he came to the Doctors office A true gentleman. RIP Mr Reeves!
- Brenda Todd, on
January 9, 2026
To Marilyn and Dan.. we were sorry to learn of Bill’s passing… neighbors for a very long time,, when my parents lived beside them and now my husband Andy and I. Had lots of conversations and laughs thru the years ,,, may you rest in peace Bill !!
- Judy & Andy McKnight , on
January 9, 2026
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our deepest condolences to Marilyn, Dan and family.
Brett and Rosanna McNaueal
- Brett McNaueal, on
January 9, 2026
Mrs. Reeves, I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing you and our little chats. May Mr. Reeves rest in peace.
Marina
- Marina Harper, on
January 10, 2026
Condolences to the Family at this sad and difficult time, so sorry for your loss.
May my support warm your heart
- The Reeves Family and Friends, on
January 10, 2026
Thinking of your family at this difficult time. Mr.Reeves must certainly have been a wonderful man. I wish I could have met him. I’ll always feel a connection to The Reeves Family because you loved and cherished my dear cousin Susan. May you be blessed with many wonderful memories as you celebrate Mr. Reeves’ life.
- Carole B. Matthews , on
January 11, 2026
Sorry to hear off Bill’s passing. Condolences to his wife and family I worked with Bill for about 24 yrs at Adam’s I use to see him nearly every day in the rebuild shop. Stopped a few times in winter at their cottage at Long Point and had a drink of rum with him. Very quiet and a really good guy.
- Les Foss, on
January 12, 2026
I knew and worked with Bill for many years, he was a no kidding around type person, just a straight shooter. He would help with any problem that you might have. So sorry for his passing.
- George Edwards, on
January 13, 2026
Marilyn
My Sincere Sympathy
- Heather Gillett, on
January 16, 2026
Marilyn, i am so sorry for your loss. Bill was such a nice man and I always enjoyed our talks at the grocery store these past years and all the good times we had at KLCVI. Know that I am thinking of you.
Judy McLeod
- Judy McLeod, on
January 17, 2026
So sorry that I lost track of Bill who was my mom’s first cousin (Jeanie Dinnen) and lived two doors down from her on Rand Ave. My grandmother, Isabel Haughton was Aunt Lil’s sister. They were very close and came to Canada together first to Hamilton and then to Kirkland Lake. Their husbands, Bill and Sandy were best friends. Mom often spoke of playing with Bill and Tommy whom she considered as brothers. Lilias and Bill Sutherland were also among her favourite cousins. Jane who moved from Kirkland was less familiar to me although my husband Wayne and I visited her once at her home in Keswick when we lived in Newmarket. Aunt Lil and Granny spend many hours serving tea, setting tables, and preparing sandwiches and treats for the annual tea and bazaar held at St. Andrew’s. I remember well, Aunt Lil standing in the kitchen at the church washing the endless teacups during the very popular tea. Bill was always very attentive towards me when I was a youngster attending church. I remember little Danny especially at the annual Christmas party when Santa visited with gifts for all the children. My sincere condolences to all.
- Jean McGee, on
April 16, 2026
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