Donnie Franklin Reed Sr. Obituary
The passing of Donnie Franklin Reed Sr. (Ripley, Tennessee) occurred on July 21, 2026. Donnie, born on August 13, 1949, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Donnie Franklin Reed Sr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Homer H. Reed and Floyetta Reed (Ables); his siblings, Bonnie Webb, Flodean Crowder, Edith Meyer, Nancy Carolyn, Lloyd Reed, Jake Reed and Charles; his pet Reed; and his great grandchild Little Jake (Wilbur).
He is survived by: his wife Martha Garrett Reed; his children, Sheila Marvel (Ray) of Ripley, TN, Aline Brassfield (Alfred) of Grenada, MS, Trish Nichols (Jerry) of Ripley, TN and Donnie "Luke" Reed Jr. (Barbara); and his brother Alfred Reed (Betty). He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
