Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home
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Norwalk, OH 44857
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Harley Dean Reed, 84, of Willard, died Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Willard Mercy Hospital. Born on October 27, 1939 in North Fairfield, he was the son of the late Claude and Agnes Reed. Harley was a 1957 graduate of North Fairfield High School and served in the Air National Guard in Mansfield from 1961-1966.
Harley married Ruth Gies on May 7, 1966. He joined his father working at Reed's Garage, which he owned and operated for 50 years. Harley also worked for the Huron County Highway Department from 1996 to 2000 as well as serving as the Water Superintendent for 30 years for North Fairfield from 1970 to 2000. Harley was a life member of the North Fairfield Historical Society and a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed golfing, classic cars and drag racing.
Survivors include his son's and daughters-in-law, Timothy and Stephanie (nee Sears) Reed and Matthew and Kelly (nee Doyle) Reed; grandsons, Josh and Zak Reed; great-grandsons, Hayden and Carter Reed; and brother-in-law, Gordon Oney. In addition to his parents, Harley was preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Ruth Reed; sister, Kathy Oney; and nephew, David Oney.
A private graveside service will take place at St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com.
