of Russellville, AR
July 6, 1937 - January 19, 2025
George Alex Reed, Sr., 87, of Russellville, AR passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025. George was born on July 6, 1937 in Marvell, AR to the late Deward Ladell Reed and Alma Snyder Reed.
George was a veteran of the United States Army Reserve and proudly served our country for six and a half years as a Staff Sergeant.
George retired from Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center after many years of service where he was the Director of Materials Management. He was responsible for the purchasing and provisions of all medical and non-medical items used in the operations of the Medical Center.
George was a longtime member of West Side Church of Christ in Russellville, AR. He was a faithful and active member of the church and served as an Elder for 17 years.
He had many hobbies during his life. George enjoyed fishing, camping and motorcycle riding. He also had a love for football, especially at the high school level. Most of all though, George loved people and he was known by all to be a verbal jokester and was always caring on with any and everyone that enjoyed a laugh.
He is preceded in death by one son, George Alex Reed, Jr.; two brothers, Robert Reed and James Reed and four sisters, Irene Kelley, Linda Jane Schoop, Connie Sue Polk and Mary Virginia Reed.
George is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Wanda Reed; one son, Charles Reed of Centerton, AR; one daughter, Lisa Reed of Russellville, AR; one Daughter in Law, Holly Reed of Conway, AR; five grandchildren, Megan Reed, Jacob Reed (Emily), Braden Reed, Emma Reed and Hannah Reed; as well as one sister, Grace Reed of Heber Springs. He is also survived by many other family members and friends.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Jamie Sorrells, Braden Reed, Jacob Reed, Larry Holman, Tracy Taylor, James Cole, Pat Crosby and Mike Cooper.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 24, 2025 at West Side Church of Christ in Russellville, AR with Dan Lightfoot officiating. A visitation will be held at 10:00AM, one hour prior to the funeral service.
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9 Condolence(s)
Joe & Karin Stallard
Sunday, January 26, 2025
We didn't know you that well, we were friends with Pat & Wayne. We came to your house to pick up Pat one day when she was staying with you when she was sick, Just wanted to say how sorry we are for your lost, you will be in our prayers
Joe & Karin
The Bryant Family
Sunday, January 26, 2025
We’re so sorry for your loss. George was always a hoot to talk and joke with. He was a great guy and our prayers are with you all. We love you.
The Bryant’s
Bert Page
Friday, January 24, 2025
We send our heart felt condolences for your loss! We are praying for peace to the family!
Bobby Adams
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Wanda, I have many wonderful memories of working with George at Saint Mary's. He was a wonderful mentor and was an example of how to be an honest man in the business world. His love for his family and our Lord was obvious and I remember how kind he was to me when my dad dies and how he prayed with me and over me in my times of sorrow. I am blessed to have known him, and I know he is with the Lord now and that Alex met him with a hug. much love.
Bobby Adams
Lydia Franklin
Thursday, January 23, 2025
A good Christian friend who will always be remembered! See you later George!!
Keith and Velda Frazier
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
We are praying for you all during this difficult time. George surely will be missed.
Marian Loyd
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
George always had smile on his face, one of my favorite people at Westside. Prayers for Wanda and family..
Emily Reed
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
I am grateful to have been a part of George's life. I always thought of him as my grandfather. He was full of great stories and jokes. He was a wonderful person who will be deeply missed. Thank you for all the love and compassion you gave me, it will never be forgotten.
Les and Denise Howard