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Jerome Reed Obituary

Jerome F. "Jerry" Reed, 69, of South Windsor, beloved husband of 38 years of Patrice (McCrary) Reed passed away at home on Friday, February 7, 2020. Jerry was born in Richmond, VA to Lillian (Jackson) Reed and R. James Reed. Jerry worked at Travelers Insurance Company for over 20 years prior to his retirement, and was a member of the Navy and Air Force Reserves for 23 years. In addition to his wife, Jerry is survived by his two children, Ashley Reed of Ellington and Bryant Reed of South Windsor. A memorial will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations can be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation at glioblastomafoundation.org

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 16, 2020.

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Justin R. Oliva

January 31, 2025

Oh Jerry the times we had. Talkin about The New York Giants and how they had beat the Patriots in the Super bowl. Miss yah man.

Jessie Lee

August 23, 2022

To the family, Jerome was someone I had the pleasure of knowing since we were kids. May God bless his memory and legacy.

Gerri Price

March 22, 2020

To the Family,

My deepest sympathy for your loss. May the Comforter give you the peace that passes all understanding.

Angela Buonannata

February 20, 2020

Dear Pat & family, I was saddened to hear this news. Sending you my deepest sympathy and keeping you all in prayer. May your beloved husband, father rest in eternal peace.

Rosemarie Zanetti

February 18, 2020

Patrice and Family. My prayers and condolences are with you and your children. May you find comfort in the memories you shared. Heaven received another angel. Rest In Peace in eternal life

Natalie Sutera

February 18, 2020

Dear Pat, Ashley and Bryant,
My deepest condolences for the loss of your husband/father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time of sorrow. May you cherish your fond memories always! Your Angel is watching over his family. May he Rest in Peace! With my deepest sympathy, Warm hugs, Natalie

Joan Maximino

February 18, 2020

Patrice, Ashley and Bryant, with sympathy from the Maximino family.

Zethalyn Evans

February 17, 2020

To Mrs. Patrice Reed and Family, you all have my prayers and deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the God of Comfort, Strength and Peace be with you all in your time of bereavement.

Cynthia Giard

February 17, 2020

Deepest sympathy to Jerrys family. It is not an easy time, find support and love in your family and friends

Peter Szerejko

February 17, 2020

What an absolutely Wonderful Man and Gentleman. Met Jerome in freshman civics class and became friends. I would often see Jerome jogging near downtown Hartford. He lived down the hall from me in the 70's. my sincere condolence to the Reed Family.

Linda Olson Tremley

February 17, 2020

My deepest sympathies to Patrice and the Reed family.

Paulett Parkes-Opoku

February 17, 2020

I remember Jerry and a very nice person, back in our everyeveryone was so respectful and that is how I remember Jerry. R.I.P.P.

Jose U Rivera

February 17, 2020

Jerome, you were always an outgoing guy, a credit to the upbringing of your parents. Still remember the days when you would come by the house on your bike and we would talk about school and our classmates. My condolences to your family. May the good Lord take you into his residence where peace and happiness are always in abundance. Will miss you my friend and I know I will see you again. God's blessings, comfort and strength to all your family. Jose

Richard Rakus

February 17, 2020

I had the pleasure of having him in my home room and graduating with him from Hartford Public High in 1969. He was always wearing a smile and had a great laugh that I will never forget. On occasion we would cross paths in a local store and it was nice to see him and chat awhile. My thoughts and prayers are with the Reed family for their loss.

at ARMY/STANFORD game, West Point 2013

Richard Moran

February 17, 2020

February 17, 2020

"Such a great guy,such a great guy," are my thoughts whenever I think of Jerry. He had a remarkably pleasent and calm demeanor, always conversant and freindly with everyone.
Jerry was a solid friend, he will be missed by so many.
Rest in peace, my good friend.

Always,
Rich Moran

February 17, 2020

Remembering your great love story today and always.

Stephen Hanks

February 16, 2020

Jerry, when you would text me, "Steve, you free for breakfast next Sunday?"
I was always excited to hear from you and I knew it would be a great time to sit and chat about everything with a really cool dude.
I can't go to our hangout restaurants anymore without you.
Only if Santo or Johnny wants to go.
You were and will always be a great man Jerry.
Miss You.

Stephen Hanks

Cynthia Jones-watson

February 16, 2020

Patrice, sending my condolences to you and your family in the loss of your loved one. God will give you the strength you need so lean on Him and friends to carry you through your grief.

Your long time friend and schoolmate

Cynthia Jones-Watson

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