Dorothy M. Reeves, 88, of Baldwinsville, passed away Friday, September 7th, 2012. A 1941 graduate of Baldwinsville Academy, she spent her life raising nine children and as a partner in the creation and success of Reeves Farms.

She was predeceased by daughter Diane, and grandson Ryan.

Surviving are her husband of 69 years and love of her life, Cecil; daughters, Carol (Dave) Norris of Mobile, Alabama and Joan Reeves of Baldwinsville; six sons, Tim (Myra) of Baldwinsville, Chris (Terry) of Warren, Michigan, Bruce (Joann) of Baldwinsville, Mark of Baldwinsville, Andy of Baldwinsville and Brian (Marian) of Baldwinsville; 22 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services are private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place, 7740 Meigs Rd., Baldwinsville, NY 13027 or the Female Charitable Society, 10 river St., Baldwinsville, NY 13027.