Elaine Reeves, Former Chandler School Board of Trustees President, Dies at 86

Elaine Reeves, a lifelong music enthusiast and dedicated community leader, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2023, surrounded by her three children.

Born in Visalia, California in 1936, Elaine grew up in San Luis Obispo and attended USC, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree and became the president of Pi Beta Phi sorority. She later married her college sweetheart, Roy Reeves, and the couple settled in Pasadena where Elaine pursued her passion for music through her involvement with Pasadena Pro Musica and the choir at Pasadena Neighborhood Church where she sang for more than 25 years. She was also an active volunteer in her community; devoting many years to the Pasadena Junior Philharmonic Committee (later the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts) and National Charity League.

Throughout her life, Elaine was an active volunteer, serving as president of The Chandler School’s Board of Trustees and co-founding a human resource consulting firm, TTG Consultants. Despite a severe medical event in 1992, Elaine continued to live a full life, attending USC games, traveling, and supporting her children and grandchildren.

Elaine was a compassionate and generous individual who made everyone feel special. She will be remembered for her magnetic smile, lovely singing voice, and her perseverance with grace. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pasadena Pro Musica in Elaine’s memory. Information requests about Elaine’s service can be directed to elainereeves2023@gmail.com.