John William Reed's obituary , Passed away on December 12, 2025 in Batesburg, South Carolina

John William Reed

November 15, 1938 - December 12, 2025 (87 years old)

Batesburg, South Carolina

John William Reed's obituary , Passed away on December 12, 2025 in Batesburg, South Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Milton Shealy Funeral Home

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John William Reed

November 15, 1938 - December 12, 2025 (87 years old)

Batesburg, South Carolina

John William Reed Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John William Reed of Batesburg, South Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John William left this world on December 12, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John William Reed or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry John William's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May John William's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was predeceased by: his parents, S. D. Reed and Ethel Lee Miller Reed. He is survived by: his wife Rachel Taylor Reed; his children, Jon Kevin Reed (Terrie) and Denise Ann Prior; and his grandchildren, Rachel Caroline Reed, Hiram William Reed, Jada Sky Prior and Draven Prior.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Eastside Baptist Church (325 Mill St, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29006). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Milton Shealy Funeral Home



Tue

Dec 16

Visitation

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Eastside Baptist Church
325 Mill St, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29006

Tue

Dec 16

Funeral service

3:00 PM

Eastside Baptist Church
325 Mill St, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29006

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