GREATEST HITS FULL ALBUM
o1. This World is not my home
o2. Take My Hand, Precious Lord
03. I LOVE YOU BECAUSE
o4. Welcome To My World
05. Distant Drums
06. Chattahoochee
07. He`\ Have To Go
08. Take Me Home, Country Roads
og. The Gambler
10. Livin’ On Love
n. Carrying Your Love With Me
12. Annie’s Song
13. Remember When
14. You Decorated My Life
15. Amarillo By Morning
Jim Reeves’ life was marked by tremendous success in country music, but his personal life was also filled
with love and family. Jim Reeves’ only child, Mary Juanita Reeves, was born on January 9, 1946.
_Early Life and Family_
Mary Juanita was the daughter of Jim Reeves and his wife, Mary White Reeves. Growing up, she was surrounded by music, often accompanying her father on tour.
_Tragic Loss_
Mary Juanita’s life took a dramatic turn on July 31, 1964, when her father tragically died in a plane crash at age 40.
_Legacy and Inheritance_
After Jim Reeves’ passing, Mary Juanita inherited his estate, including:
– Music royalties
– Publishing rights
– Personal belongings
She has worked tirelessly to preserve her father’s legacy.
_Career and Personal Life_
Mary Juanita has kept a relatively low profile, but:
– Managed her father’s estate
– Authored “The Jim Reeves Story”
– Participated in documentaries and tributes
She has been married twice and has two children.
_Tributes and Reflections_
Mary Juanita has shared heartfelt reflections about her father:
– “He was a wonderful dad, always putting family first.”
– “His music continues to touch people’s lives.”
Jim Reeves’ legacy endures through:
– Classic hits like “He’ll Have to Go” and “Distant Drums”
– Induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame
– Continued popularity among country music fans
_Quotes from Mary Juanita_
– “Dad’s music is timeless; it transcends generations.”
– “I’m proud to carry on his legacy.”
Sources:
– “The Jim Reeves Story” by Mary Juanita Reeves
– “Jim Reeves: The Gentle Giant” by Larry Jordan
– Interviews with Mary Juanita Reeves
Jim Reeves’ daughter, Mary Juanita, continues to honor her father’s memory, ensuring his music and legacy remain an integral part of country music history.
