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Paul REED Obituary

REED - Paul N. Of Lackawanna, NY May 1, 2016; beloved husband Diane (nee Hannon) Reed; loving father of Mary (Michael Kilian) Reed, Nicholas (Bridget Bacon) Reed, Matthew (Gina Nicosia) Reed; cherished grandpa of Hannah and Madeline; dearest son of the late Nelson and Irene (Tan) Reed; dear brother of Steven (Kathy), John (Janet), Susan (late Ronald) Barris and Michael (Iris) Reed; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Family will be present to receive friends Wednesday and Thursday from 4-8 PM at the (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC. 3450 South Park Ave. where prayers will be said Friday at 8:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 9:15 AM. Interment Lakeside Memorial Cemetery. Paul was a member of IBEW Local #41 and was a member of various Veteran Organizations. Share condolences at www.kaczorfunerals.com.

Published by Buffalo News on May 3, 2016.
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Dear Mary ,
My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family in this difficult time .

Laurie Gawrys

May 5, 2016

Dear Reed family,

My sincere condolences for your loss. I worked with Paul at Local 41. He was a real gem. I will never forget his humor and iconic laugh.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

M. L. Stiker

May 5, 2016

Rest in Peace Paul, my old classmate.
-Roman Narconis

May 4, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Diane. We remember Paul well and know that he is resting in God's love.
Cheryl and Doug

Cheryl Baker

May 4, 2016

Mary and Family I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.

May 3, 2016

Dear Diane and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.

Sylvia and Andy LaCombe

May 3, 2016

Please accept our deepest condolences Diane and family....We are very sorry for your loss..may perpetual light shine upon Paul...

Dana & Carol Britton

May 3, 2016

Diane and Family:
Take comfort in knowing what a good man you shared your life with. Cherish those wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jackie Saladyga

May 3, 2016

Dear Diane, Mary, Nick, Matt, Hannah, and Maddy,
We are deeply saddened to learn of Paul's passing. He was such a funny, loving person and always put his family and friends first. Hannah and Maddy's love for him is truly a testament to his character. The world is definitely a better place from the time he spent with us. We will always have fond memories of him. Our deepest sympathy is with you during this difficult time.
With love,
Erin, Dave, Cecilia & Eliana Prada

The Prada Family

May 3, 2016

Erin, Dave, Cecilia & Eliana Prada

May 3, 2016

Dear Diane and family, So sorry for your loss. Paul was truly one of the good guys, you 2 had a beautiful life and marriage and fought a valiant fight together. I will pray he rests in peace and you find peace in the difficult days ahead.

colleen danaher

May 3, 2016

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