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David Reed Obituary
Born in Bellows Falls, Vt., June 17, 1945, a son of Everett and Arlene Reed, of Bellows Falls, he was a Wallingford resident for several years. He was the proprietor of Reed's Classic 4-Speeds, in Wallingford and he took great pride in the standard transmissions that he shipped all over the world. He had a great love for automobiles and loved to show off his Grand National and Turbo Regal on the Berlin Turnpike. He absolutely loved drag racing and going to the various auto shows. He adored camping, especially at Fish Creek Pond in upstate N.Y., and boating in Silver Lake and Lake Beseck. He also had a love for animals.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his daughters, Jennifer Reed, of Massachusetts, and Pamela Reed, of Madison; his son, Robert Reed, of California; his brothers, Alan Reed, of Wallingford, and Bruce Reed o,f Massachusetts; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He also leaves special friends Alexandra Kelleher, Ray Volikas, both of Wallingford, and Brian Bissonette, of Middlefield.
His family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St., Ext., Wallingford, Friday, Sept. 27, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Funeral services will begin at 12 p.m. Interment will be private.
www.wallingfordfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Reed
Tony B
November 6, 2023
Wow, already been 10 years. I remember you and I have our cars at the Buick car show at Frank’s Buick, good times. I met you through Brian, both of you guys were super technical with Turbo Buicks. I certainly remember the Reeds Classic 4 Speeds flag snd you hunting for some tranny’s at the local swap meets. RIP, you are and will continue to be missed. Take care my friend.
Timothy Shaw
September 14, 2019
I have such great memories of going to see Dave and buying parts at Performance Centers of America
Dana Masson
October 14, 2013
I was sorry to hear of Daves passing. He will be truly missed. I always enjoyed his stories about cars, racing, etc. Rest in peace Dave.
Mike Torcello
October 2, 2013
We are very sorry to hear this news....please accept our condolences. Dave was a great friend who will be missed
Matt Segal
September 27, 2013
I don't even know where to start on this sad day. All the Gear Jammers and drag racers across America have suffered a great loss. Dave's enthusiasm and dedication to the Hot Rod community will be forever missed by all that know him. It's never going to be the same without Dave picking me up, late on Saturday night, on the way to the “Pike” with one of his Buick's. My thoughts and prayers are with all that knew and loved Dave.
Joseph Ochenkowski
September 27, 2013
Dave will surely be missed He was a good friend. Rest in peace.
Matt Segal
September 26, 2013
I don't know where to start, all of the Gear Jammers and drag racers across the country have suffered a great loss. I have known David for a good part of 20 years and will miss him greatly. The Berlin Turnpike will never be the same without him and his Buick. His enthusiasm will be missed by the entire Hot Rod community. It's never going to be the same without Dave picking me up on Saturday night on the way to the Turnpike. My thoughts & prayers go out to all who loved him.
Al Cocchiaro
September 25, 2013
Dave will be missed very much by myself and many of my friends.Dave was a true friend and great person. Rest in peace.
Bill Atkins
September 25, 2013
My condolences to the Reed Family, So sorry for your loss.
David will truely be missed. Glad that we chatted at our 50th Class Reunion.
Rest in peace David.
Gary Ramadei
September 24, 2013
Very saddened to hear about the passing of Dave. I knew him for the past 35 years and we shared a passion for rebuilding old cars and quality work. We shared a swap meet space a few years ago at corvettes at Carlisle.
Dave was quiet man but always shared stories and experiences about cars and car people.
RIP my friend, too early to be called on.
Steve Van Blarcom
September 24, 2013
Rest in peace Dave, I will still be asking your advice with my rebuilds. You have always been the best to me. Great guy and a great transmission man. What a legacy.
JON AVITABLE
September 24, 2013
DAVE REED WAS A GOOD MAN RAN A GOOD BUISNESS AND BUILT THE BEST 4 SPEED TRANSMISSIONS GONNA MISS TALKING TO HIM REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND THE AVITABLE FAMILY
Marty Burke
September 23, 2013
Dear Alan, Jane and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your brother David. May he now rest in the eternal peace of God.
Marty
SMC '64
Jody Haag
September 23, 2013
David,
You will surely be missed. It has been a pleasure knowing you.
Regards,
Jody's Transmissions LLC
Angelique Bilodeau
September 23, 2013
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your dad. I have so many wonderful memories of him while growing up and have been so saddened to hear of his passing. Pam, Jennifer and Rob, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Allan Gorneault
September 23, 2013
Will miss Dave greatly. Will always remember hanging out with Brian and talking cars.
Bob & J.R. Amantea
September 23, 2013
Dave will be missed by all who knew him. he was a true friend. he was always there when we needed his help. I will miss going to his shop to just talk.
JOYCE CUMBERLIDGE
September 23, 2013
I WORKED WITH DAVE A WHILE AT LYMAN PRODUCTS,HE WAS A VERY NICE SOFT SPOKEN MAN WHO LIKED TO TALK TO ME ABOUT HIS CARS AND RACING THEM.HE WAS A VERY NICE MAN.
Jennifer Stevens
September 23, 2013
R.I.P. Dave. You were a great guy. I'm going to miss seeing you in your Grand National up on the pike and all around.
Auto Gear Co.
September 23, 2013
David was a true friend to all of us here at Auto Gear. A real special person. We always looked forwarded to seeing him every year here in Syracuse for the Nationals. His visits will be greatly missed!!!
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Wallingford
September 23, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Reed family. I remember Dave back when he ran performance Centers of America on Rt. 5 in Wallingford. I bought alot of parts for my chevelle from him and spent quite a bit of time talking to him. He will be sorely missed.
Tim Shaw
Tony Blazek
September 22, 2013
Dave will be missed greatly, always enjoyed talking with him, such a great and talented guy. My condolences to the Reed family & friends.
Allen Briggs
September 22, 2013
The auto racing and collector car community have just suffered a great loss with David's passing. However not as great a loss as I, who lost a dear friend of more than forty years. A true friend and an honorable man. You will always be in my thoughts. Rest In Peace Dave.
Your friend Allen
Linda Guilmart
September 21, 2013
Sorry to hear of Davi's passing, you are in my thoughts.
Lindy Guilmart Smith
Jay Altemus
September 21, 2013
From just the one or two times I'd spoken to Dave, I knew he was generous with his knowledge and skill. His community and friends have lost a generous man. May God's peace rest on all the lives he touched.
September 21, 2013
Dear Reed family,
We are so saddened to hear of David's passing, and we pray for comfort for his family at this time.
Condolences from the Becker family.
Mark Hueffman
September 21, 2013
Dave is going to be greatly missed. Always enjoyed talking cars with him on The Pike and swap meets.
Michael Babij
September 20, 2013
My condolences to family and friends. Dave was a good friend, I'm going to miss seeing him and chatting with him on the Berlin Turnpike. Things just won't be the same. God rest my friend.
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