Born August 21, 1938 in Georgetown, SC, James was the son of the late Buddy Reeves and the late Elizabeth Cox Reeves.
He graduated from Winyah High School in Georgetown, SC, attended Palmer College, served in the US Navy and retired from the US Postal Service.
He was an avid and knowledgeable sports fan, loved dogs, enjoyed feeding birds in his yard, and spending time with his family, especially his grandson.
He is survived by his son, Brandon Reeves (Amber); a grandson, Grayson; a brother, Carl Lavern Reeves (Debbie), and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, Stacy Reeves, and two sisters.