Photo courtesy of Christian Benevolent Funeral Home, Inc.
MOBILE, Alabama
May 4, 1927 – Jun 23, 2021 (Age 94)
The Christian Benevolent Funeral Home, Inc., announces with the deepest sympathy the transition of Mrs. Addie T. Reed
Addie Antionette Taylor Reed, a native of Mobile, Alabama was born to the union of Arthur C. and Maxine H. Taylor. On June 23, 2021, Addie passed away peacefully to meet her loved ones and Our Lord and Savior at the age of 94. She was the oldest of nine siblings. Preceded in death by six of her siblings, Maxine Beavers, Herbert Sr., Autherine Taylor- Hassan, Dorothea Huggins, Adolph Taylor Sr., and Charles Taylor Sr., and her husband of 59 years, Thomas N. Reed, Sr. From this union were born Mary Angela Reed Millender (Willie J.) and Thomas N. Reed, Jr. of Atlanta, GA.
Addie attended and graduated from Most Pure Heart of Mary in 1946, where she played the trombone in the Marching band. She went on to attend Charity Hospital in New Orleans, LA. receiving Certification in Nursing, along with a Certification as a Registered X-Ray Technician. Addie earned a certificate of Interior Design from the University of South Alabama.
She was a loving and proud Grandmother of three grandsons, Bryan (Katrina) English, Marcus English Sr., and Angelo (Jamie) English. Addie enjoyed being surrounded by her five Great Grands, Brianna, Kayla, Marcus Jr., Myles, and Angel, especially during birthdays, holidays, and Mardi Gras.
Addie was a member and founder of the Les Charmes Civic and Social Club, a member of Jolly Neighbors, and a retired member of Jack and Jill of America. Inc., where her mother was a Founding member of the Mobile Chapter. She helped host meetings with her husband, “T.N. “who was a founding member of The Comrades Social Club, a member of the Alpha Wives of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Addie was also the Archoush to Archon Thomas N. Reed Sr., a charter member of Delta Iota Boule’ of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
She leaves to cherish her loving memories, devoted Son-in-law, Willie J. Millender Sr., two sisters, Iona (Charles) Hargrave, and Aurelia (Leon) Chestang, Three Sister-in-laws, Ethel J. Taylor, Diane L, Taylor, and Geraldine Powell, Brother-in-law, Lawrence F. Huggins, Goddaughter, Velma Hall, Godson, Laurence Hall, a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins, and devoted childhood friends, Mrs. Alean E. Brown and Mrs. Etheline F. Richardson.
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The Reed Family has our deepest condolences! Also, your sympathy is always in our prayers! Love Charles, Eulalia & Henrietta Hafler Roxann Runderson
Hafler & Runderson Family
July 07, 2021 | Friend
My Deepest Sympathy Angie to you and your family just read about your Mom,she was the life of VIA when I worked with her there, I will never forget you and the smiles she brought to everyone in the place.May Our God give you and your family Comfort and Strength in the days ahead. In Sympathy, Love and Prayer Carolyn from VIA
Carolyn who use to work at VIA
July 07, 2021 | Work
Our condolences to your family. Your mother was someone whose light shown on everyone around her.
Palmer & Juanita Richardson
July 03, 2021 | Mobile, AL | Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Lynda and Marion Carroll
Lynda Carroll
July 01, 2021 | Mobile, AL | Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
Lynda Carroll
July 01, 2021 | Mobile, AL | Friend
Angela and Thomas, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. I extend my deepest condolences to y´all on the passing of Miss Addie, May she rest in eternal peace at the right hand of Our Father, In Jesus Name, Amen
Rita P French ( Bina)
July 01, 2021 | Friend
Angie and Tommy,
Ms. Addie's love and kindness will always be remembered. May she rest in beautiful peace and may you find comfort during this time.
Yvette Kinsey
June 30, 2021 | Phoenix, AZ | Friend
Angie and Tommy.Thank you for sharing Tootsie with Nanny Bessie children, Judy,Gail,Kathy,Tina,Yonnie,Henry & Spencer Hall when our Mother died and throughout our lives.
Our Mother Nanny Bessie adored Tootsie and so did her children. We love you Angie and Tommy and share your grief at this time.Tootsie and TN will always have a special place in our hearts and were always loved by us.
Julian and Bessie Hall's children
Kathleen Hall Christian
June 30, 2021 | Snellville, GA | Family
I am sadden to hear of Mrs. Reed's passing. Thomas, my prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Joe & Marisa (Butler) Marion New Orleans
Marisa Butler Marion
June 30, 2021 | Other
