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Joe Reeder Obituary
Pelahatchie
He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; and sets me on high places. II Samuel 22:34
Joe Reeder, 53, peacefully passed away at his home on February 20th, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a native of Baton Rouge, LA but long-term resident of Brandon and Pelahatchie, MS. Joe was an amazing outdoorsman; a spirited LSU fan; an energetic employee at Byram Home Center; and a dynamic individual who rose to every challenge with bold determination.
Known to many as 'Lil Joe, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son and friend. He is survived by his wife, Madeline; three children, Shannon Reeder Riley and her husband, Michael, Hailey Reeder and Beau Reeder; two grandchildren, Emily Grace and Caroline Faith Riley; his mother, Patricia Anne Reeder; special family friend, Carlos Parra; and former wife and friend, Wanda Thompson. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe F. Reeder, Jr. and Almetus Reeder, whom Joe lovingly referred to as Nanny and Paw.
Pallbearers are Greg Deville, Heath Jenkins, Robert Lamb, Mel McLeod, Robert Reeder and Cecil Swanson. Honorary pallbearers are Boomer Blissett, Buddy Jenkins, Larry Smith, Ernest Swanson, Sr., Terry Swanson, Bootsie Villere, David Villere and Gary Windham.
Visitation at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 5p.m. - 8p.m. resuming on Thursday, February 25th at 2:00 p.m. until time of service. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel at 3:30 p.m. officiated by Rev. Ernest Swanson, Jr. Interment will follow in Old Pisgah Cemetery.
The family extends special appreciation to the Sta-Home Hospice caregivers for their compassion and service during Joe's long battle.
You may share condolences at www.ottandleefuneralhome.com
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latoya thompson
March 29, 2016
I am sorry for your loss.
February 25, 2016
My sincere condolences to your family. I hope the memories your family and friends share will comfort you.
Gerald and Tammy Frazier
February 25, 2016
I'm so sorry for y'alls loss, Joe will be dearly missed.
Curtis Clearman
February 24, 2016
Joe was one of the nicest people that I have ever known...also one of the most positive and passionate, loved family, people and life itself beyond measure.
RIP my friend...you will be missed.
Casey Gaines
February 24, 2016
I love you, Joe! You will never be forgotten.
Gary Knight
February 23, 2016
Please accept my heart felt sadness for your family. I was Joe's teacher and friend at CHA. He was an adult as he was a child, a good person with a great love for family and friends. Little Joe is now at peace with Jesus, see you later Little Joe!
Teresa Hobson
February 23, 2016
May you find strength
In the love of family
And in the warm embrace
Of friends for the days to come
And there after.
Donna Howell
February 23, 2016
I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Joe very long, but I have seen the love his children and family have for him. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. My heart and prayers are with each of you in the days ahead.
(Peyton Wright's grandmother )
February 23, 2016
Joe Joe - You will be missed, friend.
Hoss Henry
February 23, 2016
Joe and I first met at Chamberlain-Hunt Academy in Port Gibson, MS back in 1974. We were both managers for the football team. I think that this is where the "Little Joe" started.I was "Hoss" and he was "Little Joe". It didn't help matters any that Joe was about the size of a squirrel at the time!
Tommy G. "Hoss" Henry
Johnny Self
February 23, 2016
For the short time I got to know Joe, I was very blessed. Our prayers are with the Reeder family.
Sherry Barnes
February 23, 2016
I feel blessed to have known Joe. He was a hard working man, that loved God and his family. He will be missed by many. Joe, rest in peace.
Joey Warwick
February 23, 2016
My heart hurts.
Earl Brown
February 23, 2016
I am thankful to have known Joe as my friend. I never saw him without a smile on his face. He encouraged me throughout our friendship and for that I am grateful. My prayers are with Madeline, the children, Ms. Trish and the rest of Joe's family.
February 23, 2016
WE ALWAYS THOGHT OF LITTLE JOE AS FAMILY WE WILL MISS HIM AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS BOBBY HERRINGTON
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