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Kevin Reed Obituary

Kevin F. Reed HOPEWELL - Kevin F. Reed, age 57, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 24, 2015. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Lisa (Oliver) Reed; two children, Michael Reed (Kelly Fox) and Elizabeth (Joshua) Brown; four grandchildren, Rylee, Margaret, Kathryn and Eli; mother, Joyce (Brocklebank) Reed; four siblings, Donna (Steve) Morris, Paul (Joan) Reed, Thomas (Micky) Reed and Daryl (Linda) Reed; mother-in-law, Louise Oliver; niece, Julie VanFleet; nephew, Edward Reed; and other nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Kevin (MaryEllen) Oliver; and sister-in-law, Jody Gump (Alvin Yeatts). He was predeceased by his father, Arthur Reed, in 1986; and father-in-law, Thomas C. Oliver, in 2011. Kevin attended Canandaigua schools and was a graduate of Canandaigua Academy, class of 1975. He formerly worked for Cutri Construction as a foreman. Kevin was presently employed by the Canandaigua City School District. He also worked as a clerk for Dann Auctioneers in Canandaigua. Kevin enjoyed hunting, bowling, gardening, farming, collecting and NASCAR. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. Kevin will be remembered for his devotion to his family and his great sense of humor. Friends may call on Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home Inc., 47 N. Main St., Canandaigua. His memorial service will be held on Sunday at 1 p.m. at United Church, 11 Gibson St., Canandaigua. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620. Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkennedy.com.

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Published by Daily Messenger on Mar. 26, 2015.

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Jim Brinkerhoff

April 6, 2015

Our sincere condolences to you and your family,
Lisa.
The Jim Brinkerhoff family.

Katie Johnson

April 2, 2015

I was very sorry and shocked to hear about Kevin. Seeing him every day vising his mom always made me smile. My deepest condolences to all.

March 31, 2015

I so enjoyed Kevin and his smile. We worked on a few
jobs together through the years and for me it was always a pleasure.
We're thinking of both families and wish all, well.
Rick Rayburn

Carolyn Snover

March 30, 2015

so sorry to hear of your loss. I went to school with Kevin. my heart and prayers go out to his family during this time and always

Shelly Zimmerman. (Colf)

March 28, 2015

Lisa, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy Wallace

March 28, 2015

Lisa and Kevin's family,
So so sad to read this. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May your many happy memories sustain you in the coming days.

March 28, 2015

Lisa and family,

We are so sorry on the loss of Kevin. Our most sincere condolences and thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be greatly missed.

Love, Nikki and Ken

March 28, 2015

He will be missed Lisa, as you know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terry and Jeannine

March 27, 2015

Lisa and Tom our hearts go out to you and your families in this time of deep sorrow.

Ron & Sherri Walker

March 27, 2015

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR WHOLE FAMILY. RICK & PATSY ULLRICH BLOOMFIELD N.Y.

Ronald & Pat Bennett

March 27, 2015

Lisa -We want to extend to you and your family , our deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Ronald & Pat Bennett

March 27, 2015

Lisa,We will miss his wave as he drove by on his way home to you,and passing him as we both visited our Mothers at the CCC.May you find great comfort in the memories you made together,Brian and Dawn Brown

March 27, 2015

Lisa, Cindy wanted me to tell you how sorry she is, and that even though she can't be here in person for you, she is here in spirit, the same as you've always been there for her, especially when Matthew died. Her heart aches for you.
With much love, Cindy via Brad

Tammy Russell-Cancilla

March 26, 2015

Lisa- I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

March 26, 2015

Lisa, We are so sorry for your loss. When I told Cindy she couldn't speak. The loss of a loved one leaves us without words, but our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Brad & Ruth Stanton

William R Hanna

March 26, 2015

Paul and family my condolences, and deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother, and son. GOD speed Kevin !!!

Andy Senn

March 26, 2015

Rest in Peace old Friend

Christine Bills Roppel

March 26, 2015

My sincere condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Marion Yacci-Gerken

March 26, 2015

Thoughts and prayers are with Kevin's family. Rest in Peace.

March 26, 2015

Lisa,
I am so very sorry; My heart goes out to you and your family. May you find peace in all your wonderful memories. Deb Schinsing

Melissa Larkin

March 26, 2015

Sending strength and peace to the Reed family. Rich & Melissa(Himes)Larkin

Cheryl McCann

March 26, 2015

Lisa and family - I am so sorry. You are all in my prayers and in my heart.

Kandi Gage

March 26, 2015

My sympathy for Lisa and family.Kevin was the kindest man.He always took the time to talk to me when I saw him shopping at Tractor Supply and other stores.If I happened to be outside when he would drive by where I live,Kevin would always always wave to me.You will be missed by many.

Patrick Wegman

March 26, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Kevin over the past few summers on the grounds/maintenance crew at the school district. He was a great guy, had a good sense of humor, maintained a great
perspective/outlook on life, and often spoke fondly of his family.

Patrick Wegman

March 26, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Kevin during the summer the past few years at the school district. Great guy, fun to be around, had a great perspective/outlook on life and often spoke fondly of his family.

March 26, 2015

my sympathy on your loss.kevin had a special way about him which will be missed


Richard brocklebank

sharon pieters-pentycofe

March 26, 2015

Lisa and family you had a good husband, father, grandfather i am so sorry for your lose. Kevin was a funny, quite, and had a great smile. he will be missed.

Brian and Erin McIntyre

March 25, 2015

Kevin had a way of getting right to the heart of an issue. I will miss his insights.

I pray that you find peace in these difficult days.

Your neighbors,
Brian and Erin

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