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Joshua D. Reed

Joshua Reed Obituary

Reed, Joshua D.
Age 34 - Oct 5, 2010
Council Bluffs, IA. Preceded in death by grandparents. Survived by wife Meghan, daughters Ella and Natalie, mother Marilyn Reed, father John (Jayne Powers) Reed, twin brother Joe (Lisa) Reed, grandmother Madgie, mother-in-law Shirley Mutchler, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and nieces.
VISITATION Friday 5-8pm at the funeral home. FUNERAL SERVICE Saturday 10:30am Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Sidney Cemetery - Sidney, IA. Memorials requested to the family. BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 593-6100

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Published by Omaha World-Herald from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Reed

49 Entries

Gene and Ilainya Foral

October 12, 2010

We will miss you Josh. You were such a great person who made the world a better place. We are so thankful to know you are with Jesus, but we will feel the loss till we see you in heaven one day.Gene wanted to be there, but couldn't because he was in Haiti. Our love and prayers go out to Joshes wife and family. Love Gene, Ilainya and Family

Mike Black

October 11, 2010

I remember in school there was the Reed twins and the Black twins. This is from one of the Black twins. You were a great guy. Always had a smile, always one of the buds. RIP. Prayers out to your bro, hang in there.
Mike

Terry Nagunst

October 10, 2010

Meghan and the girls,

Sorry to hear about you loss. Hang and there.

Love, Terry & Cathy Nagunst, Michael & Cindy Nagunst, Joshua Nagunst, Charles Nagunst, and Tommy Nagunst

mom mom

October 10, 2010

hi josh its mom-in-law but u just called me mom. miss u and love u so much. i will help take care of your babys and meghan. cant wait to see u on the other side. u are great father and husband and most of all a great son. i am proud to call u son and will contuine to hold u in my heart because u are mine and allways be. love mom

October 9, 2010

Joshua David Reed
Septemeber 9, 1976-October 5, 2010

Like a flash of lightning you were born,
much sooner than projected.
So fragile that the doctors warned,
that survival was unexpected.

Your mother stood by your side,
as she asked God to protect.
Your brother laid by and cried,
as your father did not know what to expect

You managed to defy all odds,
with your confidence and smile.
Playing poker and casting fishing rods,
making everyday worthwhile.

Then the floor fell from beneath our feet,
when they announced that it was cancer.
We couldn’t help but feel defeat,
looking to only God for the answer.

Instead of weeping you took a bride,
and became a father to Ella and Natalie.
Taking each day in stride,
so proud of your family.

The doctors came out to say,
they did the best they could have expected.
Like a flash of lightening you went away,
much sooner than projected.

God gave you his hand,
so fragile and worn you took it.
Now we all have an angel that stands,
so much closer than expected.

Sheri Sanders

October 9, 2010

I've known Josh for ten years. There's so many memmories with him- there's not a photo album big enough for them. It's so hard to know they're memmories now since he's gone. I never thought I would see him go so young. He has always been so charistmatic. He had this awesome zest for life to go as many places as he could and see evyerthing possible. Josh got to see and experience so much- at least he got his wishes before he passed. I will miss him always.

Clifford Rachau

October 9, 2010

My sincere condolences to you and the girls in this time of grief. Joshua will be missed and remembered fondly. May the Lord be with you and the girls always. I will remember you all in my prays as you go through this rough time of grief. If you need to talk just call me. Love you all Uncle Butch

Tasha Little

October 8, 2010

I wanted to wish my condolences to Josh's family. I had the pleasure of working at the casino with Josh and there were so many days you could tell he wasn't feeling well, but he always kept his chin up. if you asked he would always say he was doing ok even when you knew he wasn't. He was such a strong and brave man. He will be missed very much.

October 8, 2010

Meghan and the girls,
Words cannot express what your feeling for you sorry for your loss

Love, George & Teresa Van Horn, TeAnna Van Horn, James Rickerson, and Butch Rachau

October 8, 2010

Josh will be missed he was a great sweet person, and was sure he would win this battle, was so sorry to hear that he passed

Joel & Mary Jane

October 8, 2010

John, Jayne and family .. We are so sorry to hear of Joshua's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you were throughout his illness. If there's anything you need.don't hesitate to contact us!

Mark & Deb Mikucki

October 8, 2010

Josh Josh Josh.......we will miss you more than words can describe. Our hearts go out to you Meagan, the children he so dearly loved & all the family and relatives, God had other plans for you my friend, we are at a loss for words here, our hearts are heavy. rest in peace my friend, the pain is gone. I will miss you Joshman. You will always hold a special place in Cookie's & Gator's hearts.
Mark and Deborah Mikucki
Oakland, Iowa

October 8, 2010

Josh was such a wonder person and father, he will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know him. His pain is over and now he's at peace. God Bless him and his family. We all loved him very much.
Connie, Frank, Michelle and Ross, Diana and Tyrus

Dan Michalski

October 8, 2010

Josh was one of my dearest friends. He always had a heart of gold. can remember when he painted my mom's basement with her while i was at work. Told her he was bored and had nothing better to do. Josh you will be missed and prayed for!! Got my mom behind me:) LOVE YOU buddy, you can rest now!!

Rhonda Sales-Banik

October 8, 2010

To fond memories of younger days and muddin' at the river. We will miss your smile and laughter. Peace be with you.
Love RhondaSales-Banik, Jacob, Tyler and Dakota Banik

Renee Otterness

October 8, 2010

I knew Josh for years prior to becoming a part of the family. He was a caring and selfless person. We shared a lot of memories and he will definitely be missed. Find peace in knowing that he is still with you in spirit and watching after those beautiful little girls.

Liz Hunter

October 8, 2010

Josh and I became friends years ago as I played at the Horseshoe. He really is a great man and fought such a tough battle. I wish all of Josh's family much strength and peace during this extremely sorrowful time. God has taken Josh under his wing and his family can be at peace knowing he is no longer enduring any pain and suffering. Josh will always be with you. Dear Lord, please bring peace and strength to Josh's family now and in the tough weeks, months, and years ahead. Amen. God Bless.

Paul Tuel

October 8, 2010

Josh showed such bravery and courage during his illness. He was as tough as anyone I've ever seen. He was a pleasure to work with and the poker room will not be the same without him. It was an honor to know such a good man.... he will be missed.....

Jim Nearing

October 8, 2010

I will truly miss Josh. I am so sorry for the loss of this great guy.

October 8, 2010

Josh you were a fighter and fought the hard fight. We were all inspired with your courage and the way you kept going. We will miss you very much. Working with you and talking to you was a joy. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You will be greatly missed!

We still saw the same little boy mischievousness in Josh as he grew up into a wonderful man...in Josh

October 8, 2010

Your Great Aunt Marge and I have admired a very courageous Josh these past few years during his illness. Marge has many fond memories of the twins at their grandparents' (Carl & Kay Reed) in Nebraska City. Our sincere thoughts to his entire family. ...Marjorie Stevens (Ralston) and Don Bimes (Bellevue)

s lawson

October 8, 2010

To Josh's family. I had the honor of working with Josh and he was a definate family man. He always talked of his family and children and loved them very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and may Josh's strength live through you. I will miss him greatly.

Paula Workman

October 7, 2010

My prayers go out to the family but most of all to Meghan and those wonderful girls. Josh to me was a sweet soul. He loved his family and fought a hard battle. He will be missed by many!

Aaren Geiger

October 7, 2010

Josh,
You took amazing care of your family and although I didn't get to know you very well you always had the answers to my questions. The love throughout this family is very apparent. We love you and thank you for everything you did for everyone here on earth. You will be missed everyday and always remembered.

Chantell Geiger

October 7, 2010

I am blessed to have been able to know Josh. I truly admired his strength. Loving husband and an amazing Daddy. Always willing to lend his ear and offer advice. Such a sweet man. Unfair to us that he has been taken so young but he is no longer in pain and is rejoicing in heaven. (Tell my Dad and Grandpa Foote hello for me). You will be missed dearly. Blessings to the entire family at this time. May your happy memories of Josh ease your pain.

Kerchelle Fey

October 7, 2010

Josh will was a true inspiration to everyone he came in contact with. It was a pleasure working with him and our poker room wont be the same without him. My deepest sympathies go out to his wife and two children. You will always be remembered in the Horseshoe poker room.

A touch of luck

October 7, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Kerchelle Fey

October 7, 2010

Josh was a truly great person, it was an honor to know and work with him. The Horseshoe poker room will not be the same without his smile. He was always concerned with others even when he was hurting. I admired his courage and will to live.

Jacquie Calabro

October 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time! Josh was a wonderful person. Paul and I met Josh while in poker class and had the pleasure of working with Josh at Harrah's and then at the Horseshoe. He will be missed by all!

Jacquie Calabro & Paul Beacom

Ashleigh Schumann

October 7, 2010

Josh~Joshy, as I always called you;You'll be forever missed.God recieved you as an Angel and someone to make sure your beautiful babies and their mother will forever be watched over~Your where such a great man with such drive for that I'm so thankful for you as a friend,and co-worker!I have lots of great memories to hold on to forever!Maybe you be at peace and watch over your Daughters and wonderful wife everyday!Love you Alway my friend- Ashleigh

our dear friend, Josh...in Blackjack school...Feb. 2006

October 7, 2010

Sandy and Paul Tuel

October 7, 2010

Josh was so awesome, always asking about my kids and our family in general. He went to work when most people wouldn't have. What an honor to have known him, and what a fantastic role model he is for us all.

Sandy and Paul Tuel

Diane Wolfsbauer

October 7, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I had the pleasure to meet Josh when he was in high school with my son Bill. I remember him as a very happy and helpful young man who always was there to help with anything any of us ever needed done. He will be missed by all.

Carol Jones

October 7, 2010

I won't forget all the times you were there for me, Josh...I will miss you so much and have great memories of you! Love you so much...
Aunt Carol

Debra Hart

October 7, 2010

John, Jayne and to all of the rest of Josh's family, Lenny and I want to express our sympathies for the loss of your loved one. There are no words that will help ease the sorrow, but knowing that friends and family care will carry you through the grief. God Bless you all. Deb & Lenny Hart

Joe, Marilyn and Josh

Sandy Thomas

October 7, 2010

Meghan,Josh,Natalie and Ella

Sandy Thomas

October 7, 2010

Meghan,Josh, Ella and Natalie

Sandy Thomas

October 7, 2010

Connie Kompare

October 7, 2010

John, Jayne, Joe, Lisa, Meghan and the girls,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. we all loved Josh so much and hated to see him suffer so. We'll miss him but we're glad he's pain free and at peace.
Connie, Frank, Michelle and Ross, Diana and Tyrus

Sarah Hardekopf

October 7, 2010

Josh, you were such an amazing person and I owe my life as it is to you. "With your final heartbeat, kiss the world goodbye, then go in peace to laugh on glory's side. Then fly to Jesus, and live." Love you Josh

- Love, Sarah

Mark Chase

October 7, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I met Josh thru Matt Stewart and he always had that big smile on his face no matter what. It was a pleasure knowing such a wonderful man.

Phil and Sandy Thomas

October 7, 2010

We are so sorry Josh's life here on earth was so short. He tried everything to stay with you. He had a very tough struggle with his cancer. He was a great person. I know you are all very proud to have called him your son, brother, husband, uncle, nephew and Daddy to those precious girls. He will be greatly missed by so many people. He had a great spirit! Our hearts are very heavy for your family in this difficult time. We will be praying for God's love and comfort to surround you in this sad time.

Sue Warner

October 7, 2010

Josh was one of the best and stronget men I have ever known. He fought his illness with grace and dignity! He loved his wife and girls with every fiber of his being. He will be greatly missed the world has lost a great human being. I feel blessed to have known him and to consider him a friend!

RIP my friend!

Sue Warner

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