Phillip (Phil) Thomas Reeves
Sunrise 10 June 1948
Sunset 24 August 2025
A life full of love and laughter to give
Phil found peaceful rest with whānau by his side. Much loved and precious husband to Elaine for 52 years.
Loved son of the late Henry Thomas and Hannah Julia Reeves. Brother to Lena Charters (deceased), Miria Howard (deceased), Cairo Grenfell (deceased), Maui (deceased), Christina Keenan and Colin. Loved father to Deon and Kelly,
and Simon. Loved Koro to Alena, Sunny, Maggie, and Ziggy.
Messages to c/- www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz
Phillip will be home at 19 Terrace Road, Renwick and friends and whānau are warmly welcome to visit
and pay respects on Thursday 28th and Friday 29th August from 12 noon.
On Saturday 30th August he will make his final journey to Cloudy Bay Funeral Services
for his service at 2pm followed by a private cremation.
The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.
CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.
Service Details
Springlands Chapel
Cloudy Bay Funeral Services
15 Boyce Street
Blenheim
Saturday 30 August 2025
2.00pm
From - Michelle Herkt Simpson
Sorry to read of Phil's passing, condolences to his family
From - Robbie & Bronny Brownlee
Elaine and boys. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Phil was one of a kind , such an awesome person.
Lots of fond memories of when we were younger.
Much love. Xx Robbie and Bronny
From - Simon Moran
So sad to hear of Phil's passing, truly a gentleman larger than life and never short of a smile and story.
Deepest sympathies to Elaine, Dion and Simon. Thinking of you this week from
Simon, Joanna, Conary and Callen Moran.
From - Anne Boddy
To Elaine and family My thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Every time I go into the garage I see Phil's
name up on the beam. He left his mark on our place for sure. Dorothy and Gngers daughter
From - Pat Morton
Deepest sympathy Elaine to you and family.
Pat and Alan
From - Barry Hutchison
Only the best are born on 10th June. Phillip you were one or life's characters enjoyed every minute
I spent with you. So sorry for your loss Elaine and boys.
From - Yvonne Rigby
Thinking of you all Elaine and family plus the Reeves family at this time.
Treasure the memories of Phil, that smile and laugh.
RIP Phil
From - Gary and Sue Lawrence
To Elaine,Deon and Simon and families. We have lost a very dear friend. A true gentleman and comrade.
Our thoughts and love are with you all.
Gary and Sue Lawrence
From - Rhonda Drummond
My sincere condolences Elaine, Dion and Simon.
From - Gina Anderson
Much love to all the Whānau,
Uncle Phil was an absolute treasure. Growing up with you all was a blessing.
No Whānau by blood however whānau by love.
Rest easy Uncle and much love to your Whānau and friends
From - Andrew & Chris Bishell
To Elaine & family,
Have great memories working with Phil as he was always full of enthusiasm,
fun and laughter and as always great company. Aroha and kind wishes.
Andrew & Chris Bishell
From - Glen, Abi and kids
I will always cherish the wonderful memories I have with Uncle Phil. He will be forever missed.
I like to think he is having a beer and planning is next adventure with Steve
From - Jamie Ruffell
Our sincerest sympathies Elaine, Simon, and Dion.
Phil was a great man and always a lot of fun to be around, he will be missed by many.
So sorry we can’t make the service as overseas, our thoughts will be with you.
From - Duncan Gardiner
Unfortunately, I Couldn't Attend The service today. But it was a lovely send off for him watching it online. I first worked with Phil in the mid 1980s He was a pleasure to work with and an awesome example as a tradesman and a man for me to look up to my whole working life. A beautiful soul who I was lucky enough to call my friend; I will miss our catch-up chats when we happened to run into each other over the years, Rest in peace my friend
From - Rebecca Brown
I love you so very much. Thank you for all you have done for me and our Whanau, I am eternally grateful.
I will cherish my memories of you. Rest in peace, until we meet again 🤍🕊.
Sending strength and love to Elaine, De, Si, Kel, Alena, Maggie, Sunny & Ziggy.
From - Charlotte Moran
Very sad to hear of Phil’s passing. Many childhood memories of Phil living across the road in Collett Pl.
Sincere sympathy and love to Elaine, Dion, Simon and their family’s x
From - Peter Williams
Phil was great workmate and friend. You could never pull one over Phil, as he'd always get you back with 200% interest.
He was a true gentleman, and a excellent tradesman. He'll be sadly missed.
Deepest sympathy to you Elaine and family, from Dianne & Peter Williams
