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John Reed Obituary
The Rev. John Sanborn, pastor of Union Church of Proctor, officiated.
The eulogy was by Leo Hutchins.
A reception followed at Fair Haven American Legion hall.
Burial will be at a later date in Cedar Grove Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Fair Haven Union High School Boosters Club, 33 Mechanic St., Fair Haven, VT 05743; or American Heart Association, 2 Wall St., Manchester, NH 03101.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Reed
Brenda Stevens
February 11, 2018
So sorry to hear of John's passing. He will be missed. Brad and Brenda Stevens
Brian Perry
February 9, 2018
Judy and family; May God give you all comfort. John was my basketball coach and Years later I worked at Telescope with him. He was a great guy and I admired him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
American Heart Association
February 7, 2018
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Bryan Thomas
February 5, 2018
Judy and all of the Reed family,
John was a great family man. We were blessed to get to know him over the past 10 years as he took great care of our pool, always with a smile and always looking for the next time on the golf course. He will be missed.
God bless you and you family,
RIP John.
Bryan and Courtney Thomas
Dave Kinsman
February 5, 2018
Scott and the Reed family Sorry to hear of your dad passing You can all take comfort in the many memories you all shared
February 5, 2018
Judy and Family So sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a great man and will be missed by many. We will miss his gentle smile.Our prayers are with you. Gene & Sue Bunker -Whitehall,NY
The Celia Family
February 4, 2018
Sending heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the whole family. May you find peace in your wonderful memories of which you have so many. Mr. Reed was known by many and will be greatly missed.
Ann/Harold Hubbard
February 3, 2018
Dear Reed Family,
Ann and I were sorry to hear of John's passing. I use to see him on the golf course occasionally. He was always so friendly. God bless your wonderful family. RIP, John
Michelle Boutwell
February 3, 2018
Judy and the Reed family so sorry to hear of John passing. John was by far a great man, He will be missed. Rest In Peace John!!
Jim Williams
February 3, 2018
Ed and all the Reed family
Sorry to hear of John's passing and pray the Lord comforts your sorrow.Brothers have special bonds together, so remember that bond and all the good memories and may John be at peace now.
Robert&Lola Farkas
February 3, 2018
To Judy & Family
Sorry to hear of John's passing our prayers are with your family John will be missed by all of us
Priscilla & Larry Hughes
February 3, 2018
Judy, Lori, Scott and Rob. Sending our love and deepest sympathy. May you find peace and comfort in all of your wonderful memories of John to help you through this very difficult time. Much love.
Frances Rooney
February 2, 2018
Thoughts and Prayers are with you and family
Cindy Allen Trudeau
February 2, 2018
So very sorry Judy for your loss. My sympathies go out to you and your family.
Dave Heath
February 2, 2018
Judy. Just wanted to convey my sincere condolences on the passing of John. I grew up with the Reed family in Fair Haven and have many wonderful memories during these times. John was a friend and I know you'll miss him as will I.
May God's Blessing be with you.
February 2, 2018
To the family of John Reed,
So very sorry for your loss.
Much love and prayers to you and your family.
Justin, Charlotte and Haiden Ratike
Ernest, Anna monroe lll
February 2, 2018
Dear Judy and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours I work with him
at telescope company and I will miss him
Jeannie Underwood
February 2, 2018
Dear Judy and Family.
So very sorry for your loss of John .I enjoyed my visits and calls with John over my years of working at O'Sheas.God's Blessing to you.
February 2, 2018
To the family of John Reed,
We are sorry for your loss and are sending prayers during this difficult time. God Bless, Pat & Melissa Loughan and the employees of Castleton Motors
Billy Canfield
February 2, 2018
Condolences and sincerest sympathy to Mrs. Reed and the family. Such a great man. Our thoughts and Prayer are with you all.
February 2, 2018
Dear Judy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yous. The Szabo Family
Jack Healey
February 2, 2018
My deepest sympathies go out to the Reed family.
TJ Mallette
February 1, 2018
Thoughts and prayers with entire family
He is never gone unless you forget
Phil and Lyn
February 1, 2018
Thinking of you and your family, Judy. We are so very sorry.
January 31, 2018
My condolences to your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.
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