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JAMES REED Obituary

REED Jim lost his year and a half long battle with cancer on November 16, 2011. He was born in Syracuse, NY and his family moved years later to Long Beach, CA. 21 years he served in the US Army Quarter Master Corps. In 1967 he met his German born wife Annie and married in 1969. They were stationed in Karlsruhe twice, Berlin once and Schwabisch – Gemund last. While in the Military he won many awards for his Culinary skills. After retiring they made El Paso their permanent home. He was a volunteer by heart. Clubs like Kiwanis, Red Cross, First Tee, Ronald McDonald House and others were his passion. He loved to play golf and his animal children. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Annie; brothers: John and Tom Reed; sister, Lois and their families; his best friends: Jim & Juanita Rice, Lois Gilbert and Don-Mary Coro. Visitation will begin Tuesday, November 22, 2011 from 6-8pm at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Commital Service will be held at 11am, Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Please visit on-line register book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net

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Published by El Paso Times from Nov. 20 to Nov. 27, 2011.

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Infusion Nurses Texas Oncology

November 23, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mike Casey

November 22, 2011

Mr. Reed,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army-especially during the Vietnam War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Paula Madriles

November 22, 2011

Dear Annie, Jim Reed was one of the finest men I've ever known. Good hearted, hard working, always helping others. If it weren't for him, Books Are GEMS would not be where it is today. Every time I cart out books to give away at the bank in his wagon, I will think of him. His good work continues.
Paula Madriles
Books Are GEMS

Maria and Shelby Hardy

November 21, 2011

Annie, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Emma Sanchez

November 21, 2011

Dear Annie, We extend our deepest condolences for You and Your Family during this most difficult time. My Husband & both of our Daughters knew Jim well, as we always worked together with him for the Flag Service Project, on behalf of the Mt. Franklin Kiwanis Club. Jim is truly a role model to all of us! He has inspired so many people to love others, and especially to serve others through community service, generosity and compassion.
May God Bless You & Your Family with Strength, Love & Peace every day!
Respectfully,
Emma & Jerry Sanchez and
Angel & Yadira Chavez

Larry/Charly MacDonald

November 21, 2011

Dear Annie,

We are sad for Jim's passing. We know he will be missed. It was nice talking with you today. I will see you in three years.

Peace
Larry and Charly MacDonald

November 21, 2011

Annie, please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. We will always cherish the time we spent working togeather with Jim in real estate. Also the many friendly encounters we had after retirement -- especialy while he volunteered to drive the shuttle cart at William Beaumont.
Lou & Thea Mills

November 21, 2011

Annie, We are so sorry to hear that Jim is gone. I know what a good friend he could be and how he loved his "kids". Please know that we are thinking of you.
Louis & Randi Huguley

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