Jack Wendell Reeves

January 15, 1935 to September 23, 2026


Jack Wendell Reeves, 91, of Houston, passed away peacefully September 23, 2026, with his family by his side after a brief battle with lung cancer. He was born to the late Edith Mary Jones and Jacob Roy Reeves on January 15, 1935, in Conway, Arkansas.


Jack attended the University of Texas and proudly served six years in the Air National Guard Reserve. He later made Houston his home, where he married Anna Spiller and together they raised their five
children.

Jack spent many years working at Valco Instruments, where he formed many lasting friendships. Those friendships meant a great deal to him, and many of those friends remained close to Jack and stayed in touch with him throughout the years.


Jack was a sweet and gentle soul who had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel welcome and loved. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a cherished friend to all who knew him. He
was also a second father to many of his children's friends, who loved and adored him as though he were their own dad. His kindness, easygoing nature, and genuine love for people left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Jack had a wonderful sense of fun and enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He was an avid poker player and loved playing both online and around the table with his friends. He also had a special love for his dogs and could often be found singing to them—a sweet and memorable part of who he was.


Jack is survived by his son, Jack Reeves, Jr.; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Margaret Reeves, Claire Reimers, Suzy Parfrey and husband Kap, and Hope Allday and husband Richard; and nine
grandchildren, Forrest Reeves, Max, Will and Forrestt Allday, Conner, Reagan and Jake Reimers, and Noah and Annika Parfrey.

Jack will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those who were lucky enough to call him Dad, Grandpa, or simply friend. His gentle spirit, kind heart, and unconditional love will remain in the hearts of those who knew him.


Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on October 16, 2026, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 19222 Tomball Parkway, Houston, TX 77070, followed by a reception at the Community Center at the church.

Tribute Wall

Jennifer DeLeon
Posted on : 2026-10-01 02:18:22
Jack’s kindness and warmth left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. I will deeply miss his advice, his wisdom, and all of the wonderful stories he shared about his life and history. He will be remembered fondly and truly missed.
Glenna Elsner
Posted on : 2026-09-30 22:59:32
Jack was one of the kindest men I’ve ever met. I never heard him raise his voice or speak ill will of anyone. He lived by example and loved his family with all of his heart; even the large group of us Spillers! He was a devoted Catholic and lived his life as a testament to his faith and his love of our Heavenly Father. He loved without judgment and simply adored his wife, his children, including their spouses, and his grands. He leaves a void in the lives he touched, but rest assured, he is reunited with his wife whom he dearly missed and is in the presence of our Lord and Savior. We will again be reunited as promised in the Scriptures. May he rise in glory and rest in eternal peace. To my Reeves cousins, I love you all. May you find comfort knowing he is pain free and reunited with the love of his life. May you all find peace knowing you also will be reunited with your parents when you are called home. Much love and many prayers sent y’all’s way. Love, Glenna