Donald Lee Reed, 83, of Sesser passed away on August 19, 2019.
He was born on February 11, 1936 to Elmer and Hessie (Bowlin) Reed. He married Karin (Klonz) Reed on April 9, 1968 and she survives of Sesser.
He is also survived by three sisters Margie Reed Heifner of Benton, Beth Ann (Ron) Hilliard of Camorilla, CA and Edith (Lindell) Smothers of Murfreesboro, TN; also survived by several nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers Maurice Reed, Harold Reed, Tom Reed and one infant brother Kenneth Reed.
Don was an avid fisherman and golfer. He was known for his “fish fry’s”, and also known as the best fish fryer in Southern Illinois. Furnishing and cooking fish for up to 60 people many times.
A memorial service will be on Saturday August 31, 2019 at 7:00 PM at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday August 31, 2019 from 5:00 PM until the time of the memorial service at 7:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Sesser-Valier Food Pantry. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
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