Obituary

Harry Junior Reed, 71, departed this life on July 6, 2023, at

Henrico Doctors Hospital after battling a lengthy illness. He was

born on December 18, 1951, in Goochland, VA to Rosa Reed who

preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by one brother,

James Reed. Harry leaves to cherish his memories one-half brother

George Mayo, and special friends Tena Fauntleroy of Richmond, VA,

Roy Palmore of Powhatan, VA, Larry Ford, and James Shelton of

Goochland, VA.

Harry was baptized at an early age when he accepted Christ

as his Lord and Savior. Harry attended Goochland County Public

Schools.

Harry worked for twenty-five years at Ruffin and Payne Lumber

Company until he became disabled and could no longer work. He

loved his job and would always reminisce about how he enjoyed

traveling to New York City, Oklahoma, Chicago, and many other

cities during his tenure with the company. He also mentioned how

he would always send money back home to his dear mother while he

was away. He never forgot his momma and talked about her often.

His joy in life was singing. As he grew older, he continued to

serve and worship the Lord. He then joined New Hope Baptist

Church where he sang on the Men's Choir. He was so proud to be

a part of the group which he cherished with all his heart. He would

always let you know when the choir would be singing at different

churches.

In 2009 Harry also served on the Usher Board where he took

pride in his duties when he was able. Harry was given a Certificate of

Appreciation for his commitment to serve the church's congregation.

He was also an exceptionally good prayer partner and knew exactly

what to say to make you feel better. His steadfastness for Jesus kept

pressing on.

Harry was a loving and kind person to know. He loved his family

and mentioned them all the time. He had some funny stories to tell

about his aunt, grandfather, brother James and his mother. He would

have you laughing your head off. Also, we all know, Harry told a lot

of jokes as well. He also had a special gift of remembering old music

from the fifties, sixties, and seventies. Somehow, he could remember the

lyrics to songs and sing them note for note. How he did it – I could not

tell you, but he did it!

Harry lived a good life and as he makes his transition on to his new

home with our heavenly Father, we wish him peace, joy, and happiness.

He fought a good fight down here on earth and he did the best that he

could do, and we salute you. May you rest in peace dear Harry until we

meet again.

I'm Free

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm Free

I'm following the path God laid for me

I took his hand when I heard him call

I turned my back and left it all!

I could not stay another day.

To laugh, to love to work or play

Tasks left undone must stay that way

I found that peace at the close of day.

If my parting has left a void

Then fill it up with remembered joys

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss

Oh, yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow.

My life's been full, I savored much

Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief

Don't lengthen it now with undue grief

Lift up your heart and share with me

God wanted me now, He set me free

Acknowledgements

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to

all those who have supported us with cards, calls, texts,

and prayers during our time of loss. May God Bless

you and His love be yours to share.