Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Jerry W. Reed of Dayton, Ohio, born in Brownsville, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 69, on August 12, 2020. Mourners were in tears as they lined the streets of Milton Keynes as a cortege . He was born October 23, 1965 in Piqua to Karen (Dye) Deal of Piqua and the late Charles Reed. Jerry Reed I just really always loved you, God Blessed you with so much talent. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Jerry would go on to record the instrumental, "The Claw". There will never be another. A public visitation will be held on Monday, August 19 from 1:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., with a formal visitation from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Matthews Funeral Home. A classic in it itself! Scoopnest. Jerry was a gracious man and he carried a bowl of hard candy in his mail truck to offer to the children along his route, many of whom grew fond of meeting him near their mailboxes, anxiously awaiting his friendly smile and special treat as he delivered their mail. Gerald Reed Monroe Arrangements under the direction of Rose Hill Burial Park, Springfield, OH. He later retired after 22 years as a chief mechanic and was leader of the Fire Brigade for Unilever Manufacturing. After releasing the 1970 crossover hit "Amos Moses", a hybrid of rock, country, funk, and Cajun styles which reached No. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Sorens?n or Wil* Search for an exact birth/death year or select a range, before or after. Presley also recorded two other Reed compositions: "A Thing Called Love" in May 1971 for his He Touched Me album, and "Talk About The Good Times" in December 1973, for a total of four. met him in Daytona beach,he came down to do a concert and it got rained out.I worked security and got a picture with him by his bus door he was inside i was out soaked the the gills,great guy. The Panthers say funeral services for Jerry Richardson will be private, with a public celebration of his life to be held later at a date/time to be announced. He was only 8 years older than me. Messages run for up to one year and you He had this style called the claw, said Mr. Baker, noting that Mr. Reed, who had no formal musical training, also made a record by that name. YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE THE GREATEST SONG IN THE WORLD IN SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT. Singers like Gene Vincent and Brenda Lee would go on to record his songs, but Mr. Reeds own versions failed to reach the charts. Reed starred in the 1998 Adam Sandler film The Waterboy as Red Beaulieu, the movie's chief antagonist and the head coach for the University of Louisiana Cougars football team. And, for 16 years straight, he volunteered at Breakfast on Boulevard, helping their mission to provide hot breakfasts and sack lunches to all who are hungry in Edmond. [18] Reed's guitar playing also showed the influence of the blues. The Country Music Association named Mr. Reed musician of the year in 1970 and 1971. After an unsuccessful 1986 LP, Lookin' at You, Reed focused on touring until 1992 when he and Atkins reunited for the album Sneakin' Around before he again returned to the road. Already a success as a studio musician and songwriter, "Amos Moses" was a hit and a year later Grammy would come calling when he and Atkins recorded an instrumental together. See ya again, when I get to heaven. Reed married Priscilla "Prissy" Mitchell in 1959. Postal Service where he worked as a mail carrier in Edmond for the next 20 years. Select an edition. Reed was reunited with his mother and stepfather in 1944. Here is all you want to know, and more! NASHVILLE Jerry Reed, a popular country singer and movie actor whose larger-than-life storytelling and flashy guitar work vividly evoked Southern life, died early Monday morning at his home here. 1K views, 8 likes, 7 loves, 9 comments, 6 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Leevy's Funeral Home: SMSGT (Ret.) Later he continued his service as a citizen-soldier and member of the Oklahoma National Guard for nearly 20 years, from 1974 to 1993. Love his smile and kind hearted spirit. He loved his family and prayed for his generations to be standing until Jesus returns. I thank God I finally got to meet him when he appeared at the Warren County fair here in missouri. I loved the Snowman!!! Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. September 21, 1950 - Loved your movies but especially your music. 15 on the chart. When asked whom he considered the best actor, Burt Reynolds credited Reed. Brentwood, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA. Write your message of sympathy today. Johnny Cash also released "A Thing Called Love" as a single in 1971. He departed in this life on Thursday February 10th 2022 at the age of 79 years 5 months and 29 days. Fond memories were made with his grandkids in his workshop. The hits stopped coming by the mid-80s, but Mr. Reed continued to perform and to appear on television and in movies, including BAT 21.. meet again in Gods.. We were blessed to have you. I'm gonna go to Nashville and be a star." It was followed one year later by Jerry Reed Sings Jim Croce, a tribute to the late singer/songwriter. I never met him in person. A truly talented man . Best known in later years for his role in the movie The Waterboy (1998), starring Adam Sandler, and in the three Smokey and the Bandit adventures of the late 70s and early 80s, in which he played Burt Reynoldss gear-shifting sidekick the Snowman, Mr. Reed was first and foremost a musician. (Ret.) Please allow 24 hours for your entry to be reviewed for appropriate content. will miss youbut will The Life and Tragic Ending of Jerry Reed Celebrity Tribute 223K subscribers Share 329K views 2 years ago #countrymusic #JerryReed The Life and Tragic Ending of Jerry Reed Jerry Reed was. By high school, Reed was already writing and singing music, having learned to play the guitar as a child. They worked so well together. As a small child running around strumming his guitar he is quoted as saying "I am gonna be a star. Jerry grew up with his family in Hobart. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Cant wait to sing with you someday in that Rock n Roll band in Heaven that Bill Medley told us about. Disabled in wheelchair.he kept me laughing all the time.him and burt reynolds.both actors. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. He was born April 5, 1933 in Hobart, Oklahoma. Jerry Smith. my friend! Your email address will not be published. [1] Reed's next single was "Tupelo Mississippi Flash", a comic tribute to Presley. He is now one of my favorite artists that I listen to on a daily basis. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Jerry Reed (29506138)? Until we meet up R.I.P. We've been trying to cut "Guitar Man" all day long. March 1, 1950 - February 20, 2023. THANK YOU FOR BEING SO KIND AND CARING. We would like to offer our sincere support to anyone coping with grief. The O'Keefe building still exists today; it was sold to Georgia Tech and is now part of the university's campus. You will never be forgotten about the years of your singing/ acting there Jerry Reed( SNOWMAN) I can't go through a day or night and I have to watch the smokey and the bandit and also have to listen to your tape's/ CD's and I enjoy the sound of Jerry's voice he was always a happy man when he was singing/action (GOD BLESS YOUR HEART THERE JERRY REED/SNOWMAN). Family Owned Since 2000. SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT SONG IS JUST THE GREATEST SONG IN THE WORLD. 0 cemeteries found in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA. Mr. Reed, Thanks For the "gator" belt buckle! in memory of JERRY A. REED, please visit our floral store. He was born April 5, 1933 in Hobart, Oklahoma. your username. [19] Reed was also influenced by comedians, saying that he admired them as much as musicians. As an in-demand session guitarist in Nashville during the 1960s and 70s, his staccato fingerpicking could be heard on Elvis Presleys Guitar Man and U.S. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Isabella Anderson; mother, Carol Cagle Higdon; grandparents, Lem and Lucille Cagle, and Willie and . I'll see you in Heaven one day. His hobby was woodworking and carpentry. I also liked him in movies. Reed recalled how he was tracked down to play on the Presley session: "I was out on the Cumberland River fishing, and I got a call from Felton Jarvis (then Presley's producer at RCA Victor) He said, 'Elvis is down here. Reed was already writing and singing music in high school, and was signed by Capitol Records to a three-year contract in 1955. He was married to Priscilla Mitchell from 1959 until 2008. . He was a 20-gallon blood donor with the Oklahoma Blood Institute. Plant a tree to honor the memory of your loved one. In 1979, he released a record comprising both vocal and instrumental selections titled, appropriately enough, Half & Half. Gerald was born October 30, 1923 to Hazel and Carl Nowlan in Winner, SD. Gerald Paul Phillips. He accepted an invitation to open for the British group Dexys Midnight Runners in the US in 1984, yet left the tour early to appear on the country music comedy TV show Hee-Haw.[10]. To send flowers He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, who proudly served in the United States Army as a Medic. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in the book. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. At age 18, he was signed by publisher and record producer Bill Lowery to cut his first record, "If the Good Lord's Willing and the Creek Don't Rise". Loved him in Smokey and the bandit. SnowmanYou will always be missed. Jerry A. Reed, 56, of Piqua, passed away unexpectedly at 4:54 p.m. Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the Kettering Hospital of Piqua. In 1982, Reed's career as a singles artist was revitalized by the chart-topping hit "She Got the Goldmine (I Got the Shaft)",[1] followed by "The Bird", which peaked at No. And he felt just as comfortable with a hammer and nails in his hands as he did walking. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Emphysemais a disease of the lungs that usually develops after many years ofsmoking. He worked for over twelve years for Rack Processing Equipment. Jerry attended the. He also began making regular appearances on the primetime TV variety shows hosted by Johnny Cash and Glen Campbell, and his affable stage presence and good-old-boy antics eventually led to roles in Hollywood movies. Never one to sit still for long, Jerry worked at Wal-Mart part time during retirement and was always busy at home. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? October 26, from 3-5:30 pm at Brevard Memorial Funeral Home. He appeared in "Gator", the "Smokey and the Bandit" sequels, "W.W. and the Dixie Dance Kings" and "The Waterboy". Japanese. W. and the Dixie Dance Kings (1974), began a series of collaborations with Burt Reynolds that included the popular Smokey and the Bandit movies; their soundtracks also featured Mr. Reeds music. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Wanda was born June 2 . JERRY, Always liked that Christmas Tree! Piqua Church of the Brethren525 Boal Ave., Piqua OH 45356, Community Tissue Services349 S. Main St., Dayton OH 45402. You will be missed. Neville) Reed born July 3, 1950 in Fort Wayne, Indiana but had lived a number of years in Coldwater, Michigan. Call us at 405-341-2787. Best Buddies Turkey Ekibi; Videolar; Bize Ulan; reed funeral home obituaries 27 ub. [3] Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? There will be a graveside service at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at Beth Israel Cemetery. I even have your MP3, "East Bown and Down"! cemeteries found in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. "Reed sustains three identities: redneck crazy, fancy picker, and soap idol. I am blown away by your accomplishments, but saddened that your gone so soon. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. We will never forget you and we send our love. KEEP THAT HAMMER DOWN, AND GIVE EM HELL!!!! R.L. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. McLendon at Murray Avenue, All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Recorded on September 1, the song became his first Top 20 hit, going to No. Jerry Reed, Country Singer and Actor, Dies at 71, https://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/03/arts/music/03reed.html. Great songwriter. Upon leaving the corporate world, Jerry took his strong work ethic and gregarious nature to the U.S. Try again. Feb 28, 2023. Privacy Policy and Your email address will not be published. I started listening to Jerry a couple of years back when I was unemployed, and was listening to Pandora Radio while looking for work. [1] While he continued to record throughout the decade, his greatest visibility was as a motion picture star and almost always in tandem with headliner Reynolds; after 1976's Gator,[1] Reed appeared in 1978's High-Ballin' and 1979's Hot Stuff. [12], Reed was a heavy smoker for many years. In loving memory of a wonderful person. I was one of his many fans. R.I.P. He was preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law, Chuck and Glenna Reed; and a sister, Ginger Lumadue. There will never and I mean never be another entertainer like my boy Jerry Reed!!!!! I heard he was a 'real' truck driver, but I don't know if that's true. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. It's been several years since you leftbut you still bring a smile to my face with your music and your movies. of God. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Britt Reed of Ashburn; brothers, Theron (Ann) Reed of Ashburn and Don Reed of Ashburn; daughters, Sharon (Danny) Wise of Ashburn, Robin Reed of Ashburn, and Kim (Bill) Daniels of Ocilla; sons, Rodd (Linda) Reed of Ashburn and Clay Reed of Omega; 15 grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren. I have always loved Jerry's singing, his sense of humor. Weve updated the security on the site. II Corinthians 5:1 For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. He wasn't a bad guy. Love you Son!!!!! This is a carousel with slides. Amos Moses earned Mr. Reed a 1971 Grammy nomination for best male country vocal performance, an award that he won the following year with When Youre Hot, Youre Hot. He and the producer and guitarist Chet Atkins received a Grammy in 1971 for best country instrumental performance, for their album Me and Jerry. Mr. Reed and Atkins won another Grammy in that category, for their CD Sneakin Around, in 1993. Reed was announced as an inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame in April 2017; he was officially inducted by Bobby Bare on October 24.[3]. See our Flowers page and conveniently order an arrangement that will be delivered on time. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Jerry W. Reed of Dayton, Ohio, born in Brownsville, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 69, on August 12, 2020. You always seen the good in others and always positive. Male" (Reed's quoted recollection of "U.S. He was a farmer and was recognized as the Turner County Farmer of the Year in 1980. We will love you and miss you always. Host Bill Dance objected to this plan and freed the fish when Reed was not looking. COVID restrictions require facial masks with social distancing at all services. Thanks for your help! Would you like to offer Jerry W. Reeds loved ones a condolence message? you left us way too soon! Reed sang lead on "Young Man's Job" and "Elvis Has Left The Building", the latter possibly in deference to Elvis helping launch his career. 2023 Richard Boles Funeral Service. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. (Ret.) Mitchell died following a short illness on September 24, 2014, at the age of 73. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Jerry Reed, a singer who became a good ol' boy actor in car chase movies like "Smokey and the Bandit," has died of complications from emphysema at 71. He will be greatly missed. Failed to report flower. RIP Jerry Reed. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. I loved him May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Reed became enraged when he discovered what had happened and chased Dance off the boat and to shore. Scottish rockers The Sensational Alex Harvey Band released a version of "Amos Moses" in 1976. and civilian life The man, they myth, the Snowman.forever!! Jerald Allen Reed was 71 years of age when he passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, who proudly served in the United States Army as a Medic. Make sure that the file is a photo. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheree Joyner, a grandchild, and 7 siblings. For over a half-century, the Reed Family has been serving families of Stark and surrounding counties with dedicated and respectful care for all people in their times of need. Atkins suggested to Reed to write and sing his songs in his style and that he would record them, and did, for Atkins was true to his word. 10-4 dear Snowman, you will always be in our hearts. He made two guest appearances on the sitcom Alice, in 1978 and 1981. this is for sure. Love you Jerry Reed. Portugues. He loved to ride his motorcycle with Legends MC. April 5, 1934 - October 18, 2020. He loved working with his hands in wood working and especially on cars. His life was spent sharing Jesus with all those he met along life's highways through his actions and words. Thom Bresh, son of Merle Travis and a close friend of Reed's, produced a 1990s video with Reed acting out his desire to quit smoking the addictive cigarettes ("Jerry Reed - Another Puff", which was his first 1972 released single) that serves as a public service video from Reed on the dangers of smoking cigarettes. During the 1970 television season, he was a regular on The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour, and in 1971 he released his biggest hit, the chart-topper "When You're Hot, You're Hot",[1] which is a story song with most of the lyrics being spoken rather than sung. Lena M. A gift to us all, but Never be forgotten! My thoughts and prayers still go out to your family. Reed, best known for appearing in the "Smokey and the Bandit" movies . Reed graduated from O'Keefe High School, an Atlanta city school. His last hits were from 1983, "She Got The Goldmine (I Got The Shaft)" and "The Bird". Various other hits would follow in the '70s such as "Lord, Mr Ford", and "East Bound and Down" which came from the movie he was best known for his role of Cledus Snow aka "The Snowman" in "Smokey and the Bandit". Reed also took a stab at hosting a TV variety show, filming two episodes of The Jerry Reed Show in 1976. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Before his celebrity, Reed made his living as one of the hottest pickers in Nashville, with a distinctive "claw hammer" finger-picking technique that propelled his hits "Amos Moses" and "When. We would like to offer our sincere support to anyone coping with grief. Thank you for being the wonderful musician, songwriter and actor that you were and giving your fans so much of yourself. Jerry Reed, Died on November 26, 2020 after a long battle with colon cancer which matasisized to his liver. He was a good, Christian man who was always willing to help anyone. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Thank you for the entertainment you gave us Jerry; Rest in peace cuz. He's a great crazy, greater even on 'Amos Moses' and 'Tupelo Mississippi Flash' than on 'When You're Hot, You're Hot. In 1968 a song that he wrote and recorded would be his nickname for the rest of his life. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. So sorry to find this out. In 1998, the American rock band Primus covered the Reed song "Amos Moses" on the EP titled Rhinoplasty. We would be honored to be your virtual florist when sending to Master Charge Pay Div . Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 26 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie. Interment will be private. Jerry, one of a kind but we will always remember him as Snowman. Rest in Peace, Jerry. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Mr. Reed is survived by Priscilla Reed, his wife of 49 years, and by two daughters, Sedina and Lottie, and two grandchildren, all of Nashville. In October 2004, "Amos Moses" was featured on the Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas soundtrack which played on the fictional radio station K-Rose. On Tuesday, January 5th, visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wright Funeral Home in Brookfield, MO with a Masonic service at 5:30 p.m. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Coincidentally Presley came to Nashville to record nine days later on September 10, 1967, and one of the songs he became especially excited about was "Guitar Man". Producer Felton Jarvis contacted Reed about how he did his sound, for Elvis Presley was in the process of recording two of his songs "Guitar Man" and "U.S. Reed guest-starred in the October 13, 1983, episode of Mama's Family, "The Return of Leonard Oates" (Episode 13, Season 2), as Naomi Harper's ex-husband. [16] Rock Guitar For Dummies described Reed as one of the great rockabilly musicians. Jerry served his country with honor in the United States Army. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. what a pleasant and [14], CMT called Jerry Reed "a genuine original who helped take country music and the country lifestyle to a larger mainstream audience. [1] He also became a popular session and tour guitarist. March 2, 2023. I Had Always Love Jerry Reed In His Movies Called The Smokey And The Bandit And With Sally Filed And Burt Reyonlds He Has Been The Greatest Actor That I Ever Seen Of His Movies Jerry Reed Will Always Be The Best, Just listening to his song Lord Mr. Ford - he was so great - just loved his songs - always made me laugh! There will never be another one like him they threw away the mold when they made Jerry Reed. [5], On January 15 and 16, 1968, Reed worked on a second Presley session, during which he played guitar on a cover of Chuck Berry's "Too Much Monkey Business", "Stay Away", and "Goin' Home" (two songs revolving around Presley's film Stay Away, Joe), as well as another Reed composition, "U.S. His time with RCA under Chet Atkins nurtured his session playing skills,. Oops, something didn't work. I finally told him, 'Well, if you want it to sound like that, you're going have to get me in there to play guitar, because these guys [you're using in the studio] are straight pickers. [17] Reed's syncopated guitar playing style was influenced by Merle Travis and Earl Scruggs; this style was nicknamed the "claw", due to the appearance of Reed's hand as he played. He passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at Lexington Medical Center. Mitchell was a member of folk group The Appalachians ("Bony Moronie", 1963), and with Roy Drusky was co-credited on the 1965 country No. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Jerry served his country with honor in the United States Army. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Perry Funeral Chapel in Ashburn. Jerry Wayne Reed, age 71 of Laurinburg passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021. Obituary. English Jerry Reed, 87, of Ashburn passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at his residence. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Obituary Jerry Wayne Reed, age 71 of Laurinburg passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021. I love ya and your memory lives on with us. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Jerry Reed, a singer who became a good ol' boy actor in car chase movies like "Smokey and the Bandit," has died of complications from emphysema at 71. Jerry Reed was a kindhearted man who was loved by his family and friends and who will always be cherished. Funeral Home; Death of Jerry Reed. It is with profound sympathy that we announce the passing of Mr. Jerry H. Reed, II who entered into rest Thursday, February 25, 2021 at his residence. He passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019, at 86 years old, surrounded by those who were precious to him. His favorite Bible verse was Ephesians 2:8-9, which reads: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and not of yourselves; it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast. KJV. Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery,Nashville,Tennessee,United States. "You Took All the Ramblin' Out of Me" was used in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V, on the radio station Rebel Radio. H. Roberts Mortuary, Inc. [2] By the time he retired, he held the NFL record for most career touchdowns by a tight end. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Following his service in the Army, Jerry returned to Hobart and it was there that a friend arranged a double date and introduced him to the love of his life. After hearing about Burt's passing away I could not help but think of Jerry. 8 on the U.S. pop chart,[1] Reed teamed with Atkins for the duet LP Me & Jerry, which earned the pair the Grammy Award for Best Country Instrumental Performance. 1 "Yes, Mr. Peters". Verify and try again. Thank you . He is survived by : his step-daughters, Curtisha (Antonio), Tonda (Seneca) and Tamika; and his siblings, Hurstine Ward, Blondell Demoss, Laverne Reed, Garland Reed (Patsey), Montina Berryhill (Robert), Eva Flowers, Jeanette Reed and Earl Thomas Reed. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. Jerry W. Reed August 8, 1948 - November 25, 2022 Share Obituary: Obituary & Events Tribute Wall 19 Share a memory Plant a tree Obituary Read more Events Services are private. In 2007, the British band Alabama 3 (known as A3 in the U.S.) covered his hit "Amos Moses" on their album, M.O.R. Learn more about merges. He crafted small gift items for family and friends, picnic tables and cornhole game sets, a backyard playset and fort for his grandkids, and even a large three-room addition to the back of their family home. Born in New Brunswick, NJ to the late Herbert S. and Doris (McMurtry) Reed, Jerry settled to Manville in 1976. I WILL ALWAY REMEMBER YOU. Many of the songs also relied on his clowning persona, including his three No. Private burial will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery. Jerry Lee Reed, age 81, of Christiansburg, Ohio passed away on July 17, 2020 in the Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy. His music was legendary as was his sense of humor. God will be pleased 61-10). (69 years old). Your email address will not be published. North Canton Chapel Phone: (330) 477-6721 801 Pittsburg Ave. NW. Your email will not be used for any other purpose. Add to your scrapbook. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. funeral homes, schools, and businesses with. Jerry Reed was one of my main music inspirations. Jerry Reed Hubbard (March 20, 1937 [1] - September 1, 2008) [2] was an American singer, guitarist, composer, and songwriter as well as an actor who appeared in more than a dozen films. He was particularly good in The Waterboy.