Reginald “Reggie” Louis Bravo January 19, 1925 – May 1, 2014

Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Wed., May 14th, 2014, from 5:00 P.M.. to 8:00 P.M., at Habing Family Funeral Home in Gilroy.  Funeral and memorial services to be held on Thurs., May 15th, 2014, starting at 10:00 A.M., at St. Catherine’s Church in Morgan Hill.  Burial ceremony to follow at St. Mary’s cemetery, Gilroy, CA. Online condolences at www.habingfamilyfunerahome.com.
 On May 1, 2014, Reggie passed away at home surrounded by his family.  Reggie was born in Lemore, CA  January 19, 1925, one of nine children. 
 Reggie served his country in the military police of the U.S. Army/Air Corp during World War II. Shortly after discharge from the service, Reggie returned to Santa Clara County where he met Lois, his beloved wife of 65 years. 
 Reggie began his career as a business agent for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and continued in that work for over 30 years, whereupon he joined the Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service (FMCS), where he enjoyed 22 years of service. 
 One of the many highlights of Reggie’s long career was successfully negotiating an agreement on behalf CA Highway Patrol Officers that greatly improved the lives and working conditions of many members of law enforcement throughout the state, and ultimately resulted in the creation of the CA Association of Highway Patrol. 
 Reggie also greatly enjoyed his career as a Commissioner of the FMCS where he mediated disputes involving the Americans with Disabilities Act.  After retiring, Reggie remained active throughout the community and started a tractor service where he made many lifetime friends.
 Reggie never met a stranger, and had a zest for life.  Reggie loved his family and friends and never missed an opportunity to be with them.
 Reggie is survived by his beloved wife Lois of 65 years, two sons Reg and Rick, brother Tony, daughter-in-law Robin, son-in-law Paul, three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.