About This Memory Space
This page was created for Samuel Sam Hunter Reams Jr.'s family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Samuel Sam Hunter Reams Jr.'s memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Samuel Sam Hunter Reams Jr.. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Samuel 'Sam' Hunter Reams Jr. crafted a vibrant life marked by storytelling, deep family bonds, and a passion for connecting with others, leaving an indelible mark on everyone he encountered.
Born in Kingsport, Tennessee, Sam embarked on a journey filled with adventure and warmth. A natural storyteller, he captivated audiences with tales from his past, especially his enthusiasm for automobiles. Never shy around newcomers, he turned acquaintances into friends effortlessly, infusing every interaction with his boundless energy and zest for living.
Sam earned a BA in English and a Master's in Christian Education from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1960. He dedicated his professional life to safety engineering as a manager at Aetna Life and Casualty, contributing his expertise across offices in Spartanburg, South Carolina; Hartford, Connecticut; and Indianapolis, Indiana.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Cherished moments with loved ones defined Sam's world, where his quick wit and affectionate nature shone brightest during family gatherings. He shared 65 joyful years with his devoted wife, Barbara Capilos Reams, nurturing their children—Debbie Reams, Jackie (Reams) De Vaney and her husband Craig L. De Vaney Sr., and Samuel Hunter Reams III—along with grandchildren Zachary T. Speckman (and spouse Brooke), Craig L. De Vaney Jr., Kent H. De Vaney (and spouse Victoria), and Jesse S. De Vaney, plus four great-grandchildren. Though he mourned the loss of daughter Mary Elizabeth 'Libby' Reams, brother Franklin L. 'Frank' Reams, and granddaughter Casey Nicole Speckman, his home remained a haven of laughter and enduring support.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from those touched by Sam's spirit highlight his infectious charisma and knack for turning ordinary chats into cherished exchanges, painting him as a man whose enthusiasm for life inspired all.
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