Rena Lorelle Reeves, age 73, left this earth on June 14, 2017, at her home in Nashville, Tennessee. She is survived by her loving daughter Rachel R. Maddox; sister, Anita Himber (Bob); brother, Jim Hodge, (Karen) and nephews and niece. She is preceded in death by her son, Cecil Harold Reeves III and her parents, James E. and Evelyn M. Hodge.
She graduated from Antioch High School, Middle Tennessee State and Tennessee State University receiving Masters Degrees. Lorelle taught for 36 years in the Metro Nashville School System at North and Hillsboro High School. Teaching was her hearts calling and “Mama Reeves” touched the lives of thousands of students throughout her career. She was a Career Ladder III Educator, instructor for the Governor’s School for Writing and received the Teacher of Excellence Award. Lorelle was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma receiving the Order of the Rose Award, SMOTJ, Teachers Study Council, and attended Unity Church. Lorelle was an accomplished storyteller and was invited to perform at the Jonesborough Festival.
Lorelle loved her family and friends bringing joy and laughter to everyone. She will be remembered for her love of life, kindness of heart and unquenchable spirit. Her life was a story worth telling and she “acted her part well”.
Visitation is June 17 from 1 to 3 at Woodlawn Roesch-Patton Funeral Home with a graveside service following at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Jon McLean will officiate. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Lorelle's life. The family would like to thank Dusty Sutton, Avalon Hospice, Gretchen Santiago, Susan Jaco, Andrea Williams, Briana Bailey, Christy Edmonds and Kayla Harris for their love and support.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Avalon Hospice 2525 Perimeter Pl Dr, #105, Nashville, TN 37214.
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June 21, 2017
Ben Lawhon
You made a difference in my life. You will not be forgotten. Thank you for the person you helped me to become.
June 20, 2017
Jessica Van Meter
Mama Reeves, your classes helped to create some of my fondest memories of Hillsboro High School. Judson and I are forever grateful for your love, passion for theatre, and enthusiastic storytelling. Much love always.
Jessica and Judson (Merrell) Van Meter
Hillsboro Class of '99 and '00
June 19, 2017
Anne Doolittle
One of the greatest teachers ever. I will never forget the model of her love and support for students, her provocative teaching style, and tireless devotion to art, theater, teaching, and living. Rest In Peace.
June 17, 2017
Ashlee Abrams
Dearest Mama Reeves,Thank you for believing in me and making me believe in myself. I will always treasure the memories of our years together at Hillsboro. May you Rest In Peace.Love forever,Ashlee Abrams
June 16, 2017
Mindy McNish Hartley
"....no one can tell where your influence stops." Henry Brooks Adams
Rest peacefully Mama Reeves.
June 16, 2017
betsy hendrick
loving thoughts! you will always be our star, remembering our shoe shopping days, holidays together at mere bulles, our house and merry beths and janices! the fried pies you so frequently bought jim and we bought you from peach park, your plays, and the glory years ar hillsboro high school, your mom, precious daughter rachel, your sister and her husband, riding with you in your car, merry beths party and your marvelous phone messages.,,and all the youth whose life you touched!!!!
June 16, 2017
There are so many memories with you I could not begin to name them. One
of the most fun times I had with you and our family was the storytelling
at Jonesborough Festival. It was a great memory. I will miss you.
June 15, 2017
Buford Hatcher
A good friend . Many happy get-togethers at her hipome with other teachers. You will be greatly missed but left a great impression on many.
June 15, 2017
Andy Moore
I still quote you weekly. Thank you so much.
June 15, 2017
Chris Buchanan
Mama Reeves you were my favorite teacher and your light will never be forgotten. Thank you for your contribution to so many before and after me. Rest sweet angel.
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