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Bruce Elijah Reed

1957 - 2019

Bruce Elijah Reed obituary, 1957-2019, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1957

DIED

2019

Bruce Reed Obituary

Bruce Elijah "Red" Reed (1957 -2019) Bruce Elijah Reed passed away into eternal rest on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at the age of 61. Bruce was a native New Orleanian the son of Annie M. P. Reed and the late Isaac Newton Reed Sr. He was preceded in death by his father Isaac N. Reed Sr., his grandparents Ethel Davis Lawson and Junius Elijah (Mann) Price, Agnes M. Reed and Willie Reed Sr., step-grandfather Henry (Bully) Lawson and his brother Isaac N. Reed Jr. whose memory he cherished daily "Forever gone, always in Bruce's heart". He leaves to cherish his memories his loving mother Annie M. P. Reed; his children Bruce A. Butler (LaTrina), Lakisha Clay, and Jamie M. Jones; his grandchildren Bruce, John, Adian, and Ethan Butler, Omarion, Amariya, and Amyia Clay, Rico, and Raymond Floyd III; his sisters and brothers Cassandra (Charbel), Melanie, Mandel (Cabrini), Bridget, and Carmen (Sherman); his nieces and nephews to whom he frequently imparted life lessons; Triege, Veda, Mandel, Isaac, Jamel, Isaiah, Christopher, Iman, Da'Vel, Ryan, Nia, Melannie, and Moriah. Bruce was baptized at First Mount Cavalry Baptist Church in New Orleans and was a member of The Men of God's Garden Church. Bruce attended Alcee Fortier High School and received his certification in Automotive Body and Fender and Welding. Bruce had a quick wit that would keep you in stitches. He was an inventor and "gadget-man". Bruce was proud of being an expert lawn guy, plumber's assistant and all-around go-to guy for his customers. He especially loved his neighborhood and watching out for his neighbors. Funeral Services on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 11 am, Visitation 10 am, at Morning Star Baptist Church, 4111 Highway 308, Raceland, La 70394. Lionel Corley officiating. Interment behind the church at the cemetery. Services entrusted to Kennedy Funeral Home, Raceland, La.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 18 to Jun. 21, 2019.

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Lisa DeCuire

June 12, 2020

To the Reed family,

My hope is that you all have continued healing for the loss of your loved one, as this is the 1 year anniversary of Bruce's death. I work with his sister, Bridget, and know that she misses him dearly. Bridget very often mentions how she misses her brother in various conversations that we have. As you all remember and reflect about your loved one, I hope that you all can find comfort in all of the deeds, words and stories that you all shared with Bruce(especially with his, as described, "quick-wit).

Be well, Reed family,

Lisa DeCuire-Brown

Lisa DeCuire-Brown

July 3, 2019

Blessings to the Reed family, as you all process and come to terms with the death of your beloved, Bruce. Although I never got a chance to meet Bruce, I know his sister, Bridget, and can tell that Bruce was a family "treasure."

Continuous prayers and healing for the "Reed" family.

Lisa DeCuire-Brown

June 26, 2019

My deepest sympathy is with the Reed family. May the God of All Comfort ( Psalm 83:18) and the love of family and friends sustain you during this difficult time.

Mary Rounds

June 24, 2019

To Bruce family, may The Lord restore comfort and strength to all. Bruce was a loving and kind person. I lived in the neighborhood, for some years ago.

Sharon Davis

June 22, 2019

Too,the Reed family in this sorrowful time, I would like to extend to you my heartfelt condolences. May God Bless. From: Sharon Davis

Debra Bryson

June 21, 2019

My thoughts snd prayers are with the family. I will miss my neighbor and friend especially his smile and seeing him on his bike around the neighborhood. Rest In Peace In our Lords loving arms. Miss D.

June 21, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I will miss seeing Red in the neighborhood and always with a smile. Rest In Peace my friend. Miss D.

June 21, 2019

I did not know Bruce nor any of his family. Seeing his story on the news touched my heart. It sounds like he was a wonderful man and a great role model. I know you will miss him terribly. So sad..... I will pray for strength and comfort for your family.

Jassell Watson

June 20, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family. I will truly miss my neighbor, who always looked out for my safety

Cindy Herrmann

June 20, 2019

Condolences to Mr. Reed's family. I would have loved having him as a neighbor.....ya'll are in my prayers.

June 19, 2019

i am so sorry to hear about Bruce's death. he was such a good man . May God grant him eternal rest in heaven.


beverly rodriguez

June 19, 2019

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of comfort give your family peace and strength in this difficult time.

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Morning Star Baptist Church

4111 Highway 308, Raceland, LA

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Morning Star Baptist Church

4111 Highway 308, Raceland, LA

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