Robert leaves to cherish his memories; his wife of (36) years, Joyce Rieves; two sons: Raheem Rieves Mustafa of Atlanta, Georgia, Herbert Rieves Williams of Chicago, Illinois; one daughter: Myra Rieves Williams of Atlanta Georgia; one sister: Lucille Haynes of Chicago Illinois; three brothers-in-laws: David Williams of Chicago, Illinois, Herbert Bishop (Ivory) of Crete, Illinois, James Bishop (Mildred) of Starkville, Mississippi. 14 Grandchildren, and 14 Great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, and friends.