Obituaries
August 21, 2023
Joel Reeves
Joel Reeves, 65, of Mesquite, Texas passed away Monday, August 21, 2023. He is survived by his
daughters Tracy Ocampo (husband Agustin) and Meredith Vela (husband Michael), and 5 grandchildren
Candace Reeves, Madelyn Vela, Michael Tyler Vela, Alexander Ocampo, and Isabella Ocampo. Joel is also
survived by his sister, Shirley Reeves, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in
death by his parents, Laverne Brintle and James Reeves, and his wife of 42 years, Elvia Reeves. Joel grew
up in Mesquite, Texas where he graduated from North Mesquite High School and made lifelong
friendships. He met Elvia while they were both working at Skillern’s and soon after they were
inseparable. Joel was known for his humorous personality and for being the life of the party with his
boisterous laugh. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend that will be deeply missed by
all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 2:00 pm at The Flat
Downtown Rockwall located at 303 E Rusk Street Suite 2D Rockwall, Texas 75087. Parking for the service
will be outside the building on Rusk Street, with additional parking in Downtown Rockwall Public
Parking.
Condolences
Brenda Harris August 24, 2023
1st Cousin Fort Worth , Texas
My sincere condolences to Joel's kids, grandkids, partner in crime cousin And I, and others. Life of the party is so true. As kids growing up, I never laughed so hard as when he was around. He was respectful and kind to me always. It's way too soon but he now joins those he has missed so much. Sad to miss him, but happy he's been reunited with them. There's no replacing this one. Love you so very much Joel. Say hi to my Mom for me.❤️
Brenda Harris August 24, 2023
1st Cousin Fort Worth , Texas
My sincere condolences to Joel's kids, grandkids, partner in crime cousin Andi, and others. Life of the party is so true. As kids growing up, I never laughed so hard as when he was around. He was respectful and kind to me always. It's way too soon but he now joins those he has missed so much. Sad to miss him, but happy he's been reunited with them. There's no replacing this one. Love you so very much Joel. Say hi to my Mom for me.❤️