James A. Ream

James A. Ream obituary, Bristolville, OH

James A. Ream

James Ream Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Carl W. Hall Funeral Services on Mar. 29, 2026.
James Alvin Ream, 78, of Bristolville, OH passed away March 27, 2026 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born April 27, 1947 in Windber, PA, a son of the late Alvin Ream and Mary (Shearer) Ream.

Jim attended the University of Pittsburgh, and worked in the steel industry 35 years prior to his retirement as a Maintenance Foreman at Arcelor Mittel. He also served in the Army Reserves.

In high school Jim enjoyed running track and playing football. He has had a lifelong passion for cars, and owned many stock race cars. Jim traveled the all over for racing events, including Australia and Africa. He was also a member of the Trumbull County Rod and Gun Club, where he enjoyed spending time with his brother-in-law, Mike Picuri.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Theresa Ream; daughters, Tonya Mentzer and Franki Belt; sister, Janet (John) Radman; grandchildren, Stevie, Theresa, Anthony and Danny; great-granddaughter, Felicia and a niece, Jennifer (James) Whelley. He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no services at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home.

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