Obituary photo of James+Ross Reed, Paola-KS
In Loving Memory of

James Ross Reed

1924 - 2014
Obituary photo of James+Ross Reed, Paola-KS
In Loving Memory of

James Ross Reed

1924 - 2014

Services & Gatherings

Services & Gatherings

Service:
Private Service
Penwell-Gabel - Paola Chapel
305 N Pearl
Paola, KS  66071
913-294-2372
James Ross Reed, 90, of Paola, KS passed away Nov. 28 at Olathe Medical Center. Ross was born in St. Louis, Missouri and grew up in Webster Groves. He was a World War II veteran serving in the Army Air Forces.

He attended Washington University in St. Louis where he met his wife, Lorraine. He retired from TWA after 35 years as a flight engineer and pilot.

He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, singing in choirs, and restoring old cars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lorraine, brother Robert and sister Polly. He is survived by his children, James (Jo Ann) Reed Jr., Barbara (Joe) Hicks, Thomas (Chalen) Reed, and three grandchildren.

James leaves behind a legacy of generosity, faithfulness, and compassion.

Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army or donor's choice.

To share a memory of James or leave a special condolence message for his family, please click the "Share Memories" button above.
James Ross Reed, 90, of Paola, KS passed away Nov. 28 at Olathe Medical Center. Ross was born in St. Louis, Missouri and grew up in Webster Groves. He was a World War II veteran serving in the Army Air Forces.

He attended Washington University in St. Louis where he met his wife, Lorraine. He retired from TWA after 35 years as a flight engineer and pilot.

He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, singing in choirs, and restoring old cars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lorraine, brother Robert and sister Polly. He is survived by his children, James (Jo Ann) Reed Jr., Barbara (Joe) Hicks, Thomas (Chalen) Reed, and three grandchildren.

James leaves behind a legacy of generosity, faithfulness, and compassion.

Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army or donor's choice.

To share a memory of James or leave a special condolence message for his family, please click the "Share Memories" button above.

Services & Gatherings

Services & Gatherings

Service:
Private Service
Penwell-Gabel - Paola Chapel
305 N Pearl
Paola, KS  66071
913-294-2372

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