Hayes Funeral Home
P.O. Box 387
Elba, Alabama 36323
Ph. Number (334) 897-2225

Joe C. Reams age 88,  a resident of Elba, Alabama departed this life Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at his home following a brief illness. In accordance with his wishes, no formal services will be held.
Joe served his country in the United States Air Force until his retirement, and later returned to school to complete his HVAC certification. He was an avid outdoorsman, and enjoyed fishing and working in his garden. He will be remembered as a gentleman, a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of 17 years Rita Smart Reams, a daughter, Amanda Wise, Elba, AL, granddaughters, Christa Keith, of Maryland,  Emily M. Wise of Jack, Alabama, along with a grandson, Bryson Noa of Pensacola, Florida. He is also survived by siblings, Jake Reams, Jean Rawlings, Jim Reams, and Patricia Reams Blair.
Mr. Reams was preceded in death by his parents, Sally Elva and Walter Reams, along with two daughters, Tanya E. Reams, and Andrea Reams Walden.

Hayes Funeral Home of Elba, Alabama is serving the Reams family.