Joel Scott Reech

Joel Reech was born on June 19, 1963 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was a graduate of Baton Rouge High and Southeastern University. He was a man of many talents and a jack of all trades. His passion was horticulture services, and he worked in pest control. He never met a stranger, he helped anyone in need, and he always had a tidbit to share. The cornerstones of his life were his family, friends, and later in life, Jesus. He was an amazing cook, lover of music, talented gardner, outdoorsman, dogfather, Sunday hostess with the mostess, and LSU fan. There was no project that was too weird or hard for him. He spent much of his time in St. Francisville enjoying the outdoors. He had a questionable fashion sense, was known as Uncle Troll, and was unabashedly authentic. His favorite people called him PopPop. He made time for everyone, and he was always present, including capturing every single moment on film.

Joel is survived by his caring and loving wife Mary Ann, his children, Scott and wife Rochelle, daughter Morgan, beloved grandkids Anya, Estelle, Val, and Vera. He is also survived by his brothers Greg and wife Donna, Michael, Chris and wife Emily, sister Rene’ (Ron), along with many loving nieces, and nephews.

Joel is preceded in death by his father, Elster Ray Reech, his mother Monaca Barcelona Reech, his brother Cory Neal Reech, and his nephew Timothy Daniel Reech.

Pallbearers will be Lester (Digger) Barras, Steve Buras, Joey Delaune, Joseph Kimbrough, Archie Kranske, Scott Reech, David Rogers, Jack Whitaker. Acting as honorary pallbearers are Dustin Bowman, Billy Francioni, Daniel Francioni, Kevin Francioni, Tim Losavio, Daniel Smith Sr., Christopher Wurst, Steve Wurst.

There will be a wake held on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 5:00-9:00 PM at Rabenhorst Funeral Home located on 825 Government Street. Visitation will be held Friday, February 27, 2026 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church from 10:00-10:30 AM followed by the recitation of the Rosary at 10:30 AM. The funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery, 4045 North St. Baton Rouge, LA.

Joel’s family would like to thank Pinnacle Hospice, Decision Critical, Mary Bird Perkins, Neuromedical Center, Amedisys Home Health, his wonderful caretakers, and all who helped to bring him to and from treatment. In lieu of flowers, please have masses said, or donate to Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.