David Daniel Reed Jr.

1919 - 2014

David Daniel Reed Jr. obituary, 1919-2014, Dallas, TX

David Reed Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 5, 2014.

Arrangements under the direction of Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home, Dallas, TX.

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June 12, 2014

Phil Hamilton

Dave was a great Grandfather, Father, Father-in-Law and all around good guy. I was privileged to have him as my Father-in-law for nearly 30 years and will miss his southern gentlemen manner and dry sense of humor.

June 10, 2014

Pat Bearce

One of the Great of the Greatest Generation. Dave was a fine father in law and friend. I will miss him

June 10, 2014

Brenda Gaba

Dear Joan, We're so sorry to hear about your loss. Losing a parent is tough, no matter how prepared you think you are. We're thinking about you and your family and hope you find comfort in your memories of your incredible dad. With love, Brenda, Jeff, Matthew and Jake

June 10, 2014

Dinah (Bennett) Kelley

Joan and your precious family -
I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. After just going through this with my mom in April, I truly can sympathize and offer all of my most heartfelt condolences. My best to you all.

June 9, 2014

scott and barbara hamilton

A true Texas gentleman...he will be missed.

June 8, 2014

What a beautiful summary of your dad. My prayers for you Joan and the family.
Margaret McBee Schwab

June 8, 2014

Lamar Huffstutler

What a wonderful Gentleman, Hero and Friend, My sincere condolences and prayers of comfort to his family and friends. It is indeed a rare honor to have known a man of his exceptional kindness and humility. A great man. He will be dearly and lovingly missed.

June 8, 2014

Diane DeSanders

What a lovely man he was to my mother and to all of us. It has been a long time, but we think of him often. So sorry for your loss --
fondly, Diane DeSanders

June 6, 2014

The Pestarino's

Dear Cathy and Family,
You have our Deepest Sympathy. Dave was a very special person to all of us.
The Pestarino Family

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