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Zola Reed Obituary
Zola Reed, age 87, of Middletown, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, March 25, 2024. She was born on February 10, 1937 in Belknap, KY, the daughter of John & Mary Oditt. On June 1, 1956 she married her husband of 67 years, Oliver L. Reed.
Zola was a faithful servant of God and lifelong member of Towne Boulevard Church in Middletown. She was kind beyond measure, always putting the needs of others before her own. She was a great cook, famous in our family for her delicious fried chicken, biscuits & gravy, chocolate fudge and she could make a grilled cheese sandwich taste like nobody's business! She enjoyed garage sales and shopping with her girls. She loved spending as much time as possible with her husband, children and grandchildren. She loved large family vacations and hunting for shells on the beach.
Zola's beloved husband, Oliver, will miss her unwavering love and companionship. A proud home maker, she was fiercely devoted to her four children who will forever miss her. Oliver L. Jr. (Jackie) Reed of Maryville, TN, Sherry (Kevin) Corbin of Middletown, Sheila (Mike) Chalk of Monroe, and Calvin (Lee Ann) Reed of Middletown. She will also be greatly missed by her nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family with Pastor Mark Jackson officiating. Private interment will be at Woodside Cemetery.
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Annetta Canales
April 19, 2024
Aunt Zola was a favorite aunt of mine. I have many fond memories of the visits we had between each change of duty station when moving to a new military base. Being one of only two kids in our family, and moving to other countries every two to three years meant that holidays were quiet compared to "normal" families. Just sitting around the dinner table was exciting for me...at her house it was always a home cooked meal, with my four cousins and my sister and I - true chaos- but loved every minute of it. AND when Aunt Faye and Uncle Hugh came from Kentucky to visit with us st the same time, bringing our other 4 cousins with them --well, it was pure bliss!! Kids sleeping on every available floor space- wall-to-wall bodies, staying up all night talking and catching up, and Marathons of game play - whether it was card games, Jack's, pick-up sticks, it didn't matter. These visits/holidays even with the madness and chaos were the best that a girl could wish for - a huge family get together. Incase you didn't know it or I forgot to tell you....I love you Aunt Zola and thanks for all the wonderful memories!
Lisa Monroe
March 27, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lisa Chalk Mason
March 27, 2024
Zola was probably the most soft spoken gentle woman I can ever remember knowing. She showed a genuine love of my daughter Angel, who has multiple Handicaps, and seemed to understand that Zola had a heart of an Angel. She was deeply loved by all her family, and I have must respect and fond memories of her. R.I.P. sweet lady
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