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Eugene Reed Obituary
Age: 81 • Waynesboro, VA
Eugene Lewis "Buddy" Reed, 81, husband of Geraldine "Gerri" (Phillips) Reed, died Tuesday, August 22, 2017, at his residence after a battle with bone marrow cancer.
He was born August 5, 1936, in Middlebrook, a son of the late Eugene Taylor and Violet (Wade) Reed.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Korea.
Prior to retirement, he was employed by Rule Honda and McDonough Dodge.
He was a member of Jollivue United Methodist Church where he held numerous offices.
He was a member of the Waynesboro Moose Lodge #1309, the Staunton Eagles Lodge #680, where he was past president, the VFW Post #2216, the American Legion, and TPA.
He was preceded in death by all his siblings, Robert Taylor Reed, Ruth Ellen Reed, Janet Tinsley, Betty Weaver, James "Jim" Howard Reed, and Raymond "Ray" Reed; and a son, Curtis Lynn Reed.
In addition to his wife of 59 years, family members include four sons and two daughters-in-law, Eugene L., Jr. and Kimberly Reed of Staunton, Kenneth C. "Kenny" and Tina Reed of Greenville, Keith C. Reed of Waynesboro, and Mark C. Reed of Stuarts Draft; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, August 25, 2017 in the Henry Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Sarah Payne. Burial will be private.
At the family's request there will be no public viewing.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, August 24, 2017 in the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Shenandoah, c/o Augusta Health Foundation, P.O. Box 1000, Fishersville, VA 22939.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.henryfuneralhome.net.
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Tammie Hawkins
September 1, 2017
I worked with "the boys" at Steer House in the Staunton Mall. I am truly sorry for your loss, may our GOD bring you comfort.
Godspeed
Tammie Brown Hawkins
Mae Fleming Palmer
August 30, 2017
Have not seen Buddy for years but grew up with him and family many years ago at Oak Hill outside of Waynesboro. Remember him, his sister Ruth Ellen and I believe a deaf brother Bobby. My condolences to his family.
Bob Linen
August 26, 2017
Terribly sorry for your loss, Gerri. Just saw the paper. Bob's and my prayers are with you.
Janet & Bob Linen
Gene and Judy McIlwee
August 24, 2017
Gene and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Whenever we visited at Jollivue Church, Buddy was usually the first one to shake our hands and greet us. He will be sorely missed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and carry each one of you during this sad time.
MICKEY,TIM,SCOTT CASON
August 24, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mike & Patty Snead
August 24, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers are with all you!
Evelyn Howell
August 24, 2017
Gerri and family, You all are in our prayers at this time. I am so grateful for you as neighbors and will not forget all that you have done. God bless you all. Evelyn Howell and Daughter ( the Meyer family).
Willie & Vanessa Anderson
August 24, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed by many.
GEORGE SORBARA
August 24, 2017
GENE, KIM AND REST OF "BUDDY" FAMILY
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS
THE FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF NEED. PRAYERS SENT
GEORGE, BEVERLEY AND KAYLEN SORBARA
Kurt,Beth and Reed Hildebrand
August 24, 2017
We are very sorry to hear of Buddy's passing and pray for the family. Buddy was a very special man and uncle to me and I will hold onto many fond memories.
August 24, 2017
I'm sorry to hear of "Buddy" passing, the family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Wayne Gosnell
August 23, 2017
I lost a long time friend who I knew for years. Buddy will be missed by both myself and Joyce. Will say a prayer for Gerri and the family
Rex and Joyce Greaver
Denver & Debbie Swisher
August 23, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Buddy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless and keep you.
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