Charles “Chuck” Edgar Reams, Jr. of Celina, Texas passed away February 22, 2020 at the age of 73. He was born on July 29, 1946 to Charles and Mary Ruth (Ellen) Reams in Dallas, Texas. Chuck graduated from Richardson High School in 1964 and went on to attend The University of Texas at Arlington prior to being drafted into the Army. He married Cynthia on August 8, 1970 at the First Methodist Church of Richardson. Chuck worked for American Armature and in 2000, he and Cynthia became the owners taking over operations. He and his wife were members of the Lone Star Region of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America. Chuck enjoyed the outdoors, especially when he got to hunt and fish and he also enjoyed watching war and action movies. He was an avid bowler in his younger years and had the ring to prove it from the 800 Series; he even bowled a perfect game. Chuck’s grandchildren were his favorite prize. He loved getting to dote on them and celebrate their numerous achievements.
Chuck is survived by his wife, Cynthia Kay Reams of Celina, Texas; son, Greg Reams and wife Randi of Burleson, Texas; daughter, Melissa Reams of Arlington, Texas; grandchildren, Mason and Teagyn Reams of Burleson, Texas; brothers, Richard Reams and partner, Ron Senger of California, Robert Reams and wife, Sandra of Arlington, Texas; sister, Susan Frank and husband, Larry of Denton, Texas; and numerous other loving family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Ruth; brother, Bill Reams.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home Chapel, 2525 North Central Expressway, Allen, Texas 75013. The family will accept friends and family at 1:30 p.m. to hear and share stories. Inurnment will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, Texas 75211.