10/21/2024

James A. "Jack" Reed, Sr.

Date of Death: September 21, 2024

James A. "Jack" Reed, Sr., age 91, of Gratz, passed away on September 21, 2024, at his home. He was born in Gratz on November 2, 1932, a son of the late Iva A. (Troutman) Reed and the late Marlin S. Reed, Sr. Jack was the retired owner of James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow and Reed's Fine Furniture, Gratz. He was a member of Good Shepherd EC Church, Gratz, Gideon's International, a past President of the Dauphin County Funeral Directors Association and a Gratz Fair Board member. He enjoyed traveling, going out to eat, playing cards and spending time with his family and friends.

Jack is survived by two sons, James A. (Cathy) Reed Jr., William A. Reed; a daughter, Pamela K. (Dave) Snyder; grandson, James (Megan) Reed III; three granddaughters, Jennifer Reed, Abigail Conrad, Taylor Conrad; one great-granddaughter, Hanna Reed; and a brother, Marlin Reed, Jr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor L. (Starr) Reed, brothers, William Reed and Joseph Reed, sisters, Betty Headdings and Polly Bonawitz.

A viewing will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 11:00 am at the James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow. Interment will take place in the Gratz Union Cemetery, Gratz.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Gideon's International or to Good Sheppard EC Church.

James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest book, or to post a picture of James, visit www.reedfh.com.