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REED, ROBERT VERN Feb. 26, 1937 to Oct. 28, 2012 Bob passed away peacefully on October 28 at the age of 75. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served for more than 20 years including service in the Korean and Vietnam wars. Bob was married to Bernice for 45 years before her passing in 2003. He is survived by daughter Debi Holkko and her husband Gerry; son Randy Reed and his wife Kimberly; granddaughter Vanessa; grandson Josh; and great- grandson Jonah. Bob is also survived by his brother Richard and sister-in-law Ann; brother Howard and sister-in-law Romona; and sister Carolyn. A private family memorial is scheduled with military honors and a scattering of ashes at sea.

Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Nov. 24, 2012.
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Dee and Rich - thank you very much for your thoughtful notes and remembrances. I am so grateful for your support and the memories created by the wonderful friendship between our families throughout the years.
Blessings -

Randy Reed

November 27, 2012

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Reed. We are grateful for his many years of service in the US Navy. His commitment to the freedom and security of his grandchildren is a great legacy. We pray that you may find comfort and peace from the heart of God during your grief, and may continue to celebrate his life with many wonderful memories. Godspeed, shipmate, and God bless your family.

Chaplain Stephen and Teresa Zachary

November 25, 2012

God Bless you Bob.

November 24, 2012

Dear Debi and Randy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Your folks were wonderful friends to our family over so many years, and as we did with the passing of your Mom, we feel your loss now as well.
Debi Boucher

November 24, 2012

Dear Debi, Randy and family,

I was very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I immediately thought, great friends for years but now the good lord wanted him back. Your Dad and Mom sure did know how to host the annual "Bologna Roast" in Campo. Everyone had great fun and looked forward to the next year. I'm sure Bob is up there playing pinochle with Dick about now. His spirit will forever be watching over you.
My sympathies and love to your entire family.

Dolores Boucher

November 24, 2012

Dear Randy and Debi, I am very sorry to hear of the news of your father's passing. He was a great guy and I have so many fond memories of both your parents, in Hawaii and back in San Diego. Your dad was kind and a true friend to the Boucher's. God speed Bob. -Rich Boucher

November 24, 2012

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