Walter James Kanani Reavis
November 18, 1967 ~ December 17, 2022
Born in: Honolulu, Hawaii
Walter James Kanani Reavis, 55, of Polk passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Heritage Valley Beaver, Beaver, PA. He was born on November 18, 1967 in Honolulu, HI to the late Douglas O. and Stephanie K. (Mahu) Reavis.
James was a proud United States Navy Veteran.
James served his family, his community and his country with love and aloha. To know James was to love him and once you were a friend, you were family.
He married the love of his life, the former Jessie Wheeler on July 1, 2006. They celebrated sixteen wonderful years together earlier this year. Jessie survives and will miss her loving husband greatly.
James was a proud member of the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard. He also held memberships with the Franklin Fraternal Order of Eagles #328, where he held the position of Trustee, Franklin Moose #83, and the Franklin Vets Club. James enjoyed participating in the Venango County Men's Softball League.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife and his daughters, Cheyenne, Makenna, and Jada Reavis all of Polk. He was exceptionally proud of his daughters and loved being their father!
He is futher survived by his grandchildren, Gianna and Josiah Reavis of Polk; his brothers, Douglas Reavis and his wife, Jen and Tyson Reavis and his wife, Danielle all of HI; his sister, Teresa Reavis of HI; as well as many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his sister, Angela Vicario and his step-father, Ivan Farinas.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, PA, 16323, from 3pm to 7pm. A funeral service for James will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church, 160 Atlantic Ave, Franklin, PA 16323, at 11 am with Pastor Brad Riddle and Pastor Jason Peterson, both of Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church, co-officiating.
James' funeral service will be live streamed on the AAUB Church Youtube channel and AAUB Church Facebook page.
Military honors will be accorded by the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in James' memory to the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard or the Franklin Red and Black Club.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on James' Book of Memories at www.WarrenFH.com.
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Q: What will you never forget about Walter?
A: James was such a loving young man every Sunday morning he greeted me with a bear hug And I can hear him saying good morning Momma love you much. He will be greatly missed😔😔😪😪💕💕💕
Our family first met James about 20 years ago. In the early years of our friendship, He and Andrew were often on the same men’s softball team. During the league’s 2004 early bird tournament I received a devastating phone call about Andrew’s best friend, Danny Gallagher. James was the first person to Andrew’s side, he was a pillar for him that day and has held a special place in my heart ever since. I earned the nickname of “Mama Bear” from James, he never addressed me using any other endearment. He has always shown his love for Jessie & his girls!
Ladies, we will continue to pray over you during the following days, weeks, months, even years. Rejoice in the happiness and love James has shown every person he ever came in contact with!
We serve a mighty God, He walks with you every day. He will hold you through every happy or sad tear. Know you have loved ones only a phone call away.
Much Love,
Bodie, Robin & Family
This man made a difference. He was loved by all. My life was better because I got to know him. He will always be my brother. A Hui Hou dear friend.
Dear Jessie and family,
I am so sorry and shocked to hear of James’ passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I can’t imagine going through this. Prayers for you and your family for strength and comfort in the days ahead especially during this Christmas Season. HUGS!
Michelle Cozad
He always addressed Jilli as “my best friend.” I am pretty sure she believed it. She loved him so much and it is clear that he shows his love to people of all ages. Everyone from kids to adults is and will continue to be better for having known him. James, you will be missed by so many. A great sadness filled our community when you were called home. But it is comforting to know you will be looking over all of your best friends, and it will be felt! Rest easy. Keep living your dream.
Love,
The Ewing Family
I had the pleasure of working with James for many years, I remember one day he brought cake in for one or some of the guys and I said “ Mr. Reavis where’s mine? Lol He Said- “ Mrs Toot I got you!” So next day he brought me my own personal white chocolate with strawberry filled white cake! He was such a great & caring man! And love his wife, children and grandchildren he spoke of them a lot He will be greatly missed! My condolences to all of his family <3
From time I met James I knew we would be great friends for life! I got along so well with he, Jesse and the girls! You guys are definitely part of my family and our extended camp family! I looked forward to each time you all came to camp. I always knew my site would be his first stop. He is loved by everyone and made friends with everybody he met. I was so saddened and am still in shock of his passing. This Earth has lost one it’s greatest human beings, but Heaven has gained one of the greatest new Angels! You will be remembered and never forgotten. Rest in Peace, Braddah.
Ronnie Coxson
I worked with James out on the line. I’m a Sr Lineworker for Duquesne Light. First time I met James he and a crew came to remove a tree we couldn’t handle. He walked right up to me with them good vibes!! I thought to myself what a genuine dude. He was so personable like we grew up together. I gave him and the guys on the crew some gloves and they were all so appreciative. It had to be over 4 months later he showed up on a job again and he came up to me “Colby my brotha”!! I was shocked he remembered my name!!!! I’m gonna miss seeing this man dearly. They always take the good ones too soon. This shit ruined my day man. Prayers to the family. Especially his wife and Kids and grand children. Heart Breaking, gone way too soon…. RWG my Brudda ❤️
James was one of the most genuine men I have ever known. No matter where you saw him at church or in the community, he always ensured to give you a wonderful hug, ask you how you were, always spoke kind words to my children and you just felt good around him! I worked with him for several years and no matter what the day held he always made time to be available and encouraging. He will be greatly missed. Heaven really must need those amazing hugs, till we meet again James, You are loved!
James,
You lived life to the fullest. An awesome supportive loving husband, dad, and grandpa. You were the epitome of a girl dad. You were there for friends at just the right moments. Your hugs were epic:) To know you is a gift and honor. May we all take a cue from you, when we are asked, “How are you?” May we all realize how precious a gift we have, and reply, “Living the dream.”
We met up with James and Jessie a couple months ago at a local brewery. It wasn’t planned but we were able to catch up after not seeing them for awhile and had some great laughs. It became a beautiful evening as we were able to see a couple rainbows over downtown.
I noticed James’ watch. I told him I really liked it and asked the make. He told me the make and that he really liked it but always wanted a Citizen Eco Drive. I told him I’m very big fan of those watches and informed him that Zales has great sales on Citizen watches.
From that point on for the remainder of our evening the montra was, “Zales has Sales.”
Rest easy James. The time on your watch will always show the eternal love from your wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, and extended family, and friends you called family.
Rick, Tracy, Kenadee, and Karter Schiffer