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Reed McCune Obituary
1938 ~ 2017
Reed B. McCune passed away on Monday, October 9, 2017 at home surrounded by family after a courageous fight with pancreatic cancer. He is our "Gentle Giant." He thought of others more than self to the end. He was a kind, loyal, patient, steady source of strength and stability. He was a constant pillar of love and support. He taught by example rather than words and had a keen sense of humor that kept us smiling.
Reed was born in St. George, Utah, on November 24, 1938. He is the son of Byron Broadhead McCune and Alice Christena Hendrickson McCune. Reed and Kathleen Lunt McCune have been married sweethearts for 44 years and together they raised their family, traveled, and built a beautiful life. Reed, with Kathie, served two service missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Reed retired after nearly 50 years at Cummins Intermountain where he was a man that cared more about the work than the title and was a mentor and friend to many of his peers.
Reed is the beloved father of Darrell Reed McCune (Lisa), Kathy Faust (Chap), Sandra Workman (Randy), and beloved step-father of Keith Sargent (Brenda), Pauline Sargent Isbell (John), and LaRayne Sargent Miller (Stanton). He is the revered grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.
Reed is a lifetime "Runnin' Ute" season ticket holder for the University of Utah basketball team. He was a "Utah Man Sir" who loved his team and loved sharing time with his family at the games. To the end Reed was an example of kindness, patience, courage, humility, meekness, and charity. The family would like to thank all the loving caregivers from Treasured Moments Home Care and Tender Care Hospice who respectfully and consistently cared for our dear father and husband.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14 at 11 a.m. at the Eastridge 1st Ward, 552 East 11400 South, Draper. There will be viewings Friday 6-8 p.m. at Anderson & Goff Mortuary, 11859 South 700 East, Draper, and Saturday at the church one hour prior to the services. Interment, Crescent Cemetery. www.goffmortuary.com
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November 4, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. I hope that, by knowing the God of all comfort understands your grief and that he cares for you, brings you peace and comfort.
1 Peter 5: 6&7
October 16, 2017
I was so sad to see this! You and Brother McCune were always so sweet and encouraging to me and I'm sorry for your loss, Kathie. My prayers are with you! --Lexie
October 15, 2017
Dear Mccune family:
We are so sorry to hear of Reed's passing our Love and Prayers are with you.
John and Mary (Spenst) Springer and family
Linda Bartholomew
October 14, 2017
I am so sorry to read of Reed's passing. The McCunes are a great family. Cancer is such a hard thing. My love to all of you.
Linda LIddle Bartholomew
October 13, 2017
Reed McCune . A man of integrity. Positive energies for his family.
chuck knorr
October 12, 2017
Thru my work at Kenworth Sales Company I had many dealings with Reed. He was always helpful, knowledgeable and a true gentleman.
I am extremely sadened to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
Chuck Knorr
My sweet Dad. I will forever miss you.
Sandy McCune Workman
October 12, 2017
Dave Crosby
October 11, 2017
So Sorry To Here About Reed,s Passing Are Thoughts And Prays Are With You Dave/Lisa/Tucker And Lola Crosby
October 11, 2017
I was married to Reed's wonderful daughter, Kathy, for several years and I cannot imagine anyone having a better father-in-law. He was always kind and treated me like his own son. My own two sons looked up to him so much and he was so great to them. In fact, as a grandfather now he is the type of grandparent I aspire to be. Reed, you will be missed and the Utah basketball games won't be the same without you.
Norm Liddle
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