News Summary
The Chattanooga community is in mourning following the death of Millie Ann Williams Reeves, a beloved church member and healthcare professional. Millie, 70, passed away on January 30, 2025, leaving behind a significant legacy of love, service, and compassion. A celebration of her life is scheduled for February 8, where friends and family will gather to honor her memory and contributions to the community.
Chattanooga Community Comes Together to Cherish the Life of Millie Ann Williams Reeves
Chattanooga, Tennessee, is experiencing a wave of sorrow following the peaceful passing of Millie Ann Williams Reeves, a cherished church member, loving mother, and dedicated healthcare professional. Millie, aged 70, departed this world on Thursday, January 30, 2025, surrounded by her beloved children, leaving behind an indelible legacy of love and service.
A Life Well-Lived
Born on March 11, 1954, Millie was the proud daughter of James Williams from St. Louis, Missouri, and Johnnie Mae Williams from Chattanooga. As a child, she was known for her outgoing personality, quickly making friends and bringing joy to those around her. She graduated from Riverside High School in 1972, where her peers honored her with the title of “Miss Riverside High”, a testament to her vibrant spirit and charm.
Education and Career in Healthcare
Millie’s thirst for knowledge led her to attend Middle Tennessee State University, finishing her studies at Edmondson College. Throughout the years, she never missed a homecoming or class reunion, a testament to her strong connections with her alma maters.
Millie’s passion for healthcare began at Erlanger Hospital, where she worked as a dietician. Over the years, she made her mark at every major hospital in Chattanooga, including Park Ridge Hospital and CHI Memorial Hospital. As a hospital registrar, she was immensely respected by both patients and staff, known for her kindness and compassion that eased the hospital experience for countless individuals.
Devoted to Faith and Community
A devout member of St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church, Millie played an integral role in her faith community. She dedicated her time as a delegate for AME General Conferences, served as a stewardess, and worked as a missionary, displaying an unwavering commitment to her church and the values it represented.
Family Connections
While Millie’s professional life was commendable, it was her family that truly meant the world to her. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Archie D. Reeves Jr., who passed away just two weeks before her, her dear daughter Amie Reeves, and her parents, James and Johnnie Mae Williams. Despite these tragic losses, Millie is survived by her three devoted children: Arcie D. Reeves of Chattanooga, Karris Robinson (Terrell) of Mableton, GA, and Brian Reeves of Nashville, TN. She also has a sister-cousin, Raynetta Jenkins, residing in Cleveland, Ohio.
Among her most treasured relationships was her lifelong friendship with Patricia Armour, who has stood by her side since the third grade. Millie’s heart swelled with joy for her only grandchild, Tatum James Robinson, whom she lovingly called her “sweet thing.”
A Community Mourning Together
Millie’s spirit continues to shine in the many lives she touched. She is lovingly remembered by numerous cousins and close friends who plan to honor her legacy of love and service. Those close to her say that the defining verse of Millie’s life encapsulated her essence perfectly: Proverbs 31:29-31.
Celebration of Life
The Chattanooga community is invited to come together to celebrate Millie’s life on February 8, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Ponders Brainerd Chapel, located at 4203 Brainerd Road. Following the service, Millie’s interment will take place at Lakewood Memory Gardens East Cemetery. For those wishing to pay their respects, Millie will lie in repose on February 7, starting at noon, with family visitation scheduled from 5-7:30 p.m. that same day at the funeral home. A repast will follow the interment, offering an opportunity for friends and family to share memories and reflect on the remarkable life of Millie Ann Williams Reeves.
Forever in our Hearts
While Millie’s passing leaves a void in the community, her legacy of love and service will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Chattanooga mourns the loss of a truly extraordinary woman, but her spirit will continue to inspire those she left behind.
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- Chattanooga Times Free Press: Millie Ann Williams Reeves
- Wikipedia: Chattanooga
- Chattanooga Times Free Press: Millie Williams Reeves
- Taylor Funeral Home: Archie Reeves
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tennessee
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