Obituary of Howard Reed

Howard James Reed, 60, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Warren Hospital, Phillipsburg, NJ. Howard was born September 23, 1947 in Phillipsburg, NJ to the late Howard and the late Geraldine (Williamson) Reed. Howard proudly served in the US Navy. He was employed by Warren Hospital as a nurse. Howard was a lifetime member of the Washington Emergency Squad and a past Lieutenant. He was also a member of the Phillipsburg EMS. An avid fisherman, Howard belonged to the Delaware Shad Fishing Association. A model train enthusiast, Howard collected trains focusing on HO size models. Survivors: Howard is survived by his wife, Karen (nee: Stettler) Reed of Phillipsburg, NJ; his three sons, Howard Reed of Nazareth, PA, Shawn Reed of Easton, PA; Matthew Reed of Phillipsburg, NJ; his daughter, Sheila DeRea of Roseta, PA; his brother, Carl Reed of Phillipsburg, NJ and his grandchildren Alena Marie, Ethan, Jaiden. Along with his loving family many friends will miss him. Services: Friends may call Monday, April 14, 2008 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at DeVoe Funeral Service Inc., 136 West Washington Ave, Washington, NJ. Immediately following will be a funeral service at DeVoe Funeral Service Inc. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery, Clinton Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Memorials: Memorial donations can be made to the Washington Emergency Squad, PO Box 4, Washington, NJ 07882. Tributes: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Maddy Flemin Karen, was so sorry to here about Howard. I know you and your family will miss him deeply. Peggy and I were talking about all the fun times over the years we all had. We all sure had some really good times together and I guess that's what keeps us going sometimes is all the wonderful memories we have of the people we loved and lossed. I hope you know that there are friends who still care and miss the good old days will help you in your loss. Sorry i will not be able to attend on mon. But my work schedule doesn't allow it. May you find peace and love. Take care, love, Maddy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Karen, Butch and I are very sorry to hear about Howard. We will keep you and Matt in our prayers. Love, Butch and Cheryl Leggio -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Karen and Family: Please accept my sincere condolences at the passing of your husband. I will keep your family in my prayers. Pam (Leggio) Castellanos --------------------------------------------------------------------------------