Obituary published on Legacy.com by Evans & Browne's Funeral Home on Dec. 22, 2025.
Mr. Willie L. Reed was born on December 31, 956 in
Bay City, Michigan the son of Eva D. Reed and Zebedee McCall. He passed away on December 19, 2025 at the age of 68 years.
Willie was so full of joy and very kindhearted He was a graduate of Saginaw High School "Class of 75". Shortly after, he joined the military where stationed at Fort Hood, TX. He started active-duty July 10, 1975 and went on to receive decorations as, Marksman (Rifle) and Sharp shooter (Grenade). He received an Honorable Discharge July 7, 1978. He meet a lot of great friends and he told a lot of stories about his experience. After the Army he pursued a career in finance. He was employed at First of America Bank, National City and PNC Bank of
Bay City, MI for a total of 30 plus years.
Willie was a loving and devoted father to his children, Terrance Goodman, Audrey Caldwell and Xavier L. Blunt. As a grandfather he loved the kids. He spent most of his free time teaching himself computer coding and reading books. He enjoyed backyard parties, eating fish, relaxing at the Detroit Riverwalk and spending time with the family. He truly loved his family.
Willie was fondly remembered for the compassion, kindness and generosity he brought into the lives of others and will forever be known as "Mr. Wiggles". Though he will be missed, his spirit will forever reside in the hearts he impacted.
Willie leaves to cherish his love and precious memory his children, Terrance Goodman, Audrey (Gregory) Caldwell and an honorary daughter, Clover Hill; seven grandchildren, Martez, Montez (Christeena) Pollard, Vandaz, Mariah and Mya Blunt, Gregory Caldwell, Jr. and Treasure Goodman; three great-grandchildren, ZayVion, D'Mario and Saniyah Pollard; four sisters, Dorthene Skillern, Faye Bell and Altastine and Joyce Ann Reed; one brother, Terry Rockett; favorite nephew, Brandon Reed; a host aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; two sisters-in-law, Nettie and Caroline Reed; one brother-in-law, Joseph King; many other relatives and friends including his best friend, Corey Will.
Mr. Willie Lee Reed was preceded in death by a son, Xavier L. Blunt; parents, Eva and Zebedee McCall; siblings, Bobbie Skillern, Lillie Chumbley, Nathaniel, Daniel and Thermon Reed, Patricia Ann Brown and Gary Rockett.
The family would like to express special thanks to everyone who has reached out and showed love and support through this difficult time.
Family hour will take place at 10:30 a.m. with the funeral service commensing at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 3,2026 at Evans & Browne's Fuenral Home, 441 N. Jefferson Ave.,
Saginaw, MI 48607. Pastor Charles Coleman will officiate. Visitation will take place on Friday from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m.