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Frederick Reed Obituary
Frederick Lee Reed, 68, of Wagontown, passed away on October 10, 2010.
Born in 1942, in Union Bridge, Md., he was the son of Kathleen (nee Eyler) and Kermit Lee Reed, both deceased.
After graduating high school, Fred served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Forrestal Aircraft Carrier from 1960-1964.
He was a life member of the American Legion Bustleton Post No. 0810, Philadelphia; member of VFW Post No. 8806, Union Bridge, Md.; AMVETS Post No. 7, Thurmont, Md.; and Brandywine-Goddard Lodge No. 383 F. & A.M.
Fred was a glass artisan and took great pleasure in sharing his passion for Tiffany glass and Dichroic jewelry.
He was a lifelong fisherman, who enjoyed spending as much free time as possible at the pier in Wildwood. He was a generous, kind and gentle man and was loved by everybody who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Roxanne M. (nee Schindler); his children, Roxanne M. Cockerham (Glenn) of Malvern, Rhonda Corrigan (John) of Downingtown, Frederick K. Reed of Wagontown and Renee Jones (Todd) of Glenolden. He is also survived by six grandchildren and two sisters, Patricia Cowell of Philadelphia and Ida May Beacham (Phillip) of New Windsor, Md., as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service, 12:30 p.m., Saturday, October 16, at The Donohue Funeral Home, 43 W. Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335, 610-269-3080.
Calling hours will be 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Inurnment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions be made to The American Cancer Society, 1615 West Chester Pike, Suite 102, West Chester, PA 19382.
Online at www.donohuefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Reed
October 15, 2010
My thoughts are prayers are with the Reed family. Mr. Reed holds a special place in my childhood memories - what a kind man he was. He will be missed be everyone he knew. Christine (Whisler) Dixon
October 14, 2010
We are saddened to hear about the loss of a wonderful, loving, and caring man....our prayers go out to then entire Reed Family- The Whisler, Dixon, and Ramil Families
October 14, 2010
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all..Chuck and Leann Flinn
October 14, 2010
To the Reed Family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this sad time in your lives. John A. Whitelock
Kristen (Schindler) Wheelock
October 14, 2010
May God bless and comfort you at this time Roxanne, Freddy Junior and family. Fat's and Rick had many wonderful stories to tell about adventures with Fred.
Kristen (Schindler) Wheelock
October 14, 2010
May God bless and comfort you through this time Roxanne, Freddy, Junior and family. Fats had many wonderful stories to tell with Rick about all the wonderful times they had with Fred.
Gina Stillman
October 14, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time Rhonda, I know how much you loved your "Daddy"! Blessings
Sue Eshelman
October 13, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Colleen Terra
October 13, 2010
Uncle Fred gave the best hugs. He was an extremely gentle human being. The world is definitely a better place because of his presence.
My heart goes out to all of his family. He will not be forgotten.
Rachael Propson (Schindler)
October 13, 2010
He was my uncle and was so wonderful to his family and mine, he will be missed. I wish I could make it to PA to be with you all!
Kimberly Gaver
October 13, 2010
I never heard anyone say an unkind word about Uncle Fred. I loved the summers I spent at the bay when he and his family would come down on the weekends. I have such wonderful memories out on the boat. What a wonderful man!
Susanne (Suzy) Stockman-Murphy
October 13, 2010
Freddie "Freckles" Reed, was my cousin whom I adored. Grandma Eyler called him Freckles because he reminded her of Alfalfa on "My Gang" TV Show,Black and White no less! Sorry freddie I know you hated that! But it was so cute!
When he went into the navy he came to Pap and Grandma Eylers for a visit. (We used to have the best Family Sunday meals and close family times in those days, I miss them so much.) freddie wanted to go play golf and asked who wanted to go with him I said I did but did not know how to play. He said he would teach me, no one else wanted to go so off we went to Spring Grove, Pa. I was going into 9th grade that year. When we got there he took me to the driving range and showed me how to hold the club and hit the ball. We practiced quite a while. Finally he thought I was ready to play so we went to play golf. I was not so good, and he was very patient and encouraging telling me I could do it, keep trying. All of a sudden a miracle happened, on the 8th hole... I hit the ball hard and it landed on the green! I still see the look of shock and suprize on his face. It makes me smile. When I was up to hit it again it landed in the cup! Freddie in shock shouted "OH MY GOD, YOU MADE PAR!" "I cab't believe it, you made par!" I started jumping up and down and yelling "I made par I made par, ....what is par?
He laughed and told me it was a good thing and quite a thrill to do. we laughed about that for a long time after. He took me for ice cream sodas after and when we got home he bragged about me making par to everyone. He became my Hero that day.! Before he left he asked me to write to him about school and family and stuff so we became pen pals. He sent me a picture of him in the Navy Uniform and I showed it to all my girlfriends and told them he was my boyfriend in the Navy! He got a kick out of that one.
A few years ago we were at a family function and Freddie brought a couple cases of homemade jewlery. beautiful polished stones, necklaces and earrings. He did not want to sell them they were his gifts to all of us who wanted some. He came over to me and told me to pick something out as he knew I would appreciate them and wear them. he was very humble about his work and did not think they were "all that good", but they were and good enough to sell, yet he said no it was just a hobby. I told him I would wear them at work that they were very pretty. I got so many compliments on them when I wore them.I will always wear them and remember freddie with a smile and a tear. He was a great Cousin to have as well as a Great Dad, Brother, Uncle Granddad and Husband to the love of his life, Roxanne.
May your heart be healed with the memories of his love, laughter, gentle Spirit, and sweetness he gave to all he cared for. "Freddie, thank you for being a great cousin to me, friend and golfing buddy,Pen Pal....fond memories always, till we meet again someday..Rest In Peace
michelle gordon
October 13, 2010
We were all very Blessed to have such a Wonderful, Great,Loving.Giving Man in our lives, He will be missed but never forgotten, love michelle
Suzanne,Chris, Steven & Kathy Sweeney
October 13, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. My family sends their thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Lisa Klube
October 13, 2010
He sounds like a wonderful man. My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, Roxanne.
Karla Yeager-Loughead
October 13, 2010
My sympathy at the loss of your husband and father. I remember him from when Freddie was in Malvern Troop 7.
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