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Dayle Reed Obituary
Dayle Ames Reed passed away peacefully in her home after a courageous 3-year battle with cancer. Dayle graduated valedictorian from Anthony Wayne High School in 1961 and from Baldwin Wallace University with a B.A. in 1965. Dayle taught at Davis Business College, Penta Career Center, and Owens Community College, substituted, and tutored at Anthony Wayne High School.
Dayle was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Easter Ames and her son, Robert Reed.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Jerry Reed; sons, Chester Reed, Randall and Beth Reed, Chad and Megan Reed; 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Also surviving is her sister, Darla Nolder and her children, Kimberly Meridieth, Ken Nolder and Kelleigh Repass. As per her request, there will be no service.
Dayle was very active in the Community of Christ Lutheran Church, serving as a past president of council, bell choir member & bible school volunteer. She also volunteered at Salem Lutheran Church, Mobile Meals, and St. Luke's Hospital. She enjoyed book groups, bridge clubs and her grandchildren.
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Biddy McGaha
April 27, 2021
I am so sad to hear of Ms. Dayle's passing. Ms. Dayle was a dedicated volunteer in Salem's ministry especially those involving children. She was loved by all that she touched and she was a very good support to me. She will be missed. What a blessing to have known her. Ms. Biddy former Salem Program Director
Rhonda Noaker Matney
December 3, 2020
I am so sorry for Jerry and family. Hugs to all. God has another Angel in his arms.
Pat weber
November 30, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief, I’m sorry for your loss ❤
Carol Locke-Vanderzwan
November 29, 2020
Our sympathies to your family. My Mom, Marge Locke and Dayle played alot of bridge together. She considered Dayle a good friend.
Adrienne Amborski
November 29, 2020
Prayers to your family for the loss of a caring woman that will be missed. As the librarian leading the Waterville Library book group, I always appreciated her thoughtful participation and insights. She really cared about reading and connecting children to books, a wonderful legacy.
Antonio gallardo
November 29, 2020
Prayers for the family
Suzy Hanifan
November 29, 2020
My condolences and prayers to the Reed family. May you find peace in the legacy Dayle has left behind through her years of giving and caring.
Sue Ann Ladd
November 29, 2020
Dear Jerry and Beloved Ones,
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers for comfort and strength in your loss.
Your beautiful and generous Doyle had a Servant Heart and brought joy in all circumstances.
In Friendship and Sympathy,
Paul and Sue Ann Ladd
of your beautiful and generous of heart, Doyle.
Kathleen Canfield Sworden
November 29, 2020
I will always remember my 1974 visit to their Waterville home, and Mrs. Reed's patience with another pair of Mr. Reed's students dropping in after dinner. My favorite librarian, Lois Waffle, and her companion, English teacher Roy Williamson, were also there. My condolences on your family's loss.
Jennifer yoder
November 28, 2020
Dayle was a great woman who gave without expecting anything in return. She was a frequent visitor at the hospital to visit my mom. She called and checked up on her often. We will hold Jerry and all who loved her in our prayers. An Earth angel that finally hit her wings.
Heather Arquette
November 28, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Jerry and family, you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Amy Gelsone
November 28, 2020
Our prayers and sympathies to Jerry and sons....May God grant you peace...
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