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William Reams

Atkins, AR

February 10, 1947 - April 16, 2021

William Reams Obituary

William “Bill” Reams, 74, of Russellville, passed away Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home in Russellville. He was born February 10, 1947, in Oakland County, California, son of the late John and Betty Stoker Reams. He was a United States Army veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service as a combat medic in Vietnam. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Linda Belle Reams; sister, Shirley Rhodes; and a step-son, Shane Beard. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Reams; children, Brian Reams, Billy Reams and wife Christie, and Rhonda and husband Dr. Chad Masters; stepchildren, Aaron Beard and wife Tawnya, and Kristi and husband Eddie Shaffer; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Chuck Reams and Johnny Reams; sister, Kimberly Reams; and numerous friends. He never met a stranger. Graveside service and burial with military honors is 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 22, at Hudson Cemetery with Bro. Eddie Shaffer officiating under the direction of Lemley Funeral Service of Atkins. Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 PM, Wednesday, April 21, at Lemley Chapel. Pallbearers are Billy Reams, Dr. Chad Masters, Bryce Masters, Kade Shaffer, Caleb Beard, and Aaron Beard. Honorary pallbearers are Blake Reams, Brian Reams and John Nordin. Online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral.com.

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