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1954
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2024
Randy Reed Obituary
Randy L. Reed
April 21, 1954 - July 9, 2024
GOOSE CREEK, SC - Randy L. Reed, Chief, USN, retired, formerly of Victory Mills, NY, died at home on July 9, 2024. He was a 1972 graduate of Schuylerville Central School.
He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Virginia Reed of Victory Mills, and granddaughter, Rayvin Price of Goose Creek. He is survived by his wife, Debra Reed of Goose Creek SC; and his sister, Kerry (Bruce) Lawson of Aiken SC. Survivors also include five children, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life, including the Navy 2 Bells Ceremony, will be held at Old Fort Church on Dorcester Road, Summerville, SC at 6:30 p.m. on July 27, 2024. Donations in Randy's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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John Johnson
July 28, 2024
Debbie, our deepest and sincere condolences to you and the family about Randy passing. He will surely be missed . Cards, bowling, golf and everything else he did won´t be the same. But I am sure he is doing plenty of golfing and card playing, with Jeff, Rex, Bob and Nate just to name a few. John, bithiah and family.
Cindy Marks
July 27, 2024
I an so sorry to hear about Randy. We worked together for some years and I was always chatting with him at his cubicle. Debra, my prayers to you. Cindy Marks.
Kim Haley
July 26, 2024
I didn´t know Randy well he was always friendly, kept to himself & didn´t get involved much with a lot of our Victory antics. He was smart, joined the Navy & moved on. I´m saddened to see his passing, but from reading his obituary it´s obvious he lived a happy life married with 5 children & a grandchild who will miss him the most. I wish them all the comfort & peace as well to his sister Kerry. They both made successful careers in our military & served their country with dignity & pride. Rest easy Randy.
JJK MSCS, USN, Retired
July 24, 2024
I did not know this Chief but know about him. His ESWS pin shows he knew his ships, the Sea service deployment Ribbon shows he was no stranger to Blue water, the Good conduct medal shows he knew his job and did it correctly. It looks like a Navy Achievement Medal as well. All attributes to an Outstanding individual. Sadly, you are deploying once more, and it will be a while before you and your family get to reunite. I hope that your loved ones find comfort in memories and photos. I thank you for your service you Cold War Warrior. Bravo Zulu Chief! Your work here is done, you are relieved. Rest in Peace. Wish you fair winds and following seas.
Andy & Jenny Jackson
July 23, 2024
If there is golf in Heaven, Randy will be playing. Imagine the courses. RIP Buddy. Thank you for your service to our nation. Debbie, my deepest sympathies. You are in my and Jenny´s prayers.
RMCS Michael Lynett U,S. Navy (Ret)
July 23, 2024
Shipmate you stand relieved...we have the watch. Ring the Ships bell: Chief Radioman Reed U.S. Navy (Ret) departing.
Den
July 23, 2024
A heartfelt thank you for your service.
Rest In Peace.
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