Reed Bethea Obituary
Reed passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Lindale. He was born May 16, 1979, in Big Springs, TX to Velinda Burcham Bethea and Noel Bethea.
Reed was a member of Shiloh Road Church. He graduated from the University of Texas Permian Basin.
Reed was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jewel and Phillip Burcham, Mildred and Giles Bethea, and by several beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his loving family including his parents Velinda and Noel, his brother Tyler, sister-in-law Charlsi, and four beloved nieces Izzy, Lailah, Iris, and Phoenix.
He is remembered by all for his loving and generous heart.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes (Formerly JDRF) (Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes (Formerly JDRF)).
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James Bailey
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Tyler & Charlsi and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother May the Lord wrap his arms around you all, giving you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
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