Dixie Rae Reed's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2026 in Decatur, Illinois

Dixie Rae Reed

September 9, 1941 - February 12, 2026 (84 years old)

Decatur, Illinois

Dixie Rae Reed's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2026 in Decatur, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Graceland-Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery

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Dixie Rae Reed

September 9, 1941 - February 12, 2026 (84 years old)

Decatur, Illinois

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Dixie Rae Reed Obituary

We bid farewell to Dixie Rae Reed of Decatur, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 12, 2026 at the age of 84. Dixie touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Horath and Dorothy Briscoe Horath; her husband Kenneth "Gene" Reed; and her siblings, James Horath, Tommy Briscoe and Shirley Dean.

She is survived by: her children, Kenney (Barb), Terry (Pauline), Mark, Rick (Annie), Tina (Bobby), Dixie (Chuck) and Violet (David). She is also survived by many grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; as well as many more nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Graceland-Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery



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Tue

Feb 17

Visitation

Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home
2091 N Oakland Ave, Decatur, IL 62526

Wed

Feb 18

Graveside service

Graceland Cemetery
2091 N Oakland Ave, Decatur, IL 62526

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