Marjean Reed
December 28, 2011
Marjean Reed, 54, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2011, at home after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Visitation will be held on 4:00 to 7:00 pm Monday, January 2, 2012, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. The funeral service will be on 11:00 am Tuesday, January 3, 2012, at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines. A private burial will be held Wednesday at Merle Hay Cemetery in Glidden, Iowa.
A reception will be held at 12:00 pm Wednesday following the graveside service at the United Methodist Church in Glidden for family and friends.
Marjean was born on October 21, 1957, in Carroll, Iowa, to Marjorie (Graves) and Darrell Nielsen. She graduated from Glidden-Ralston High School in 1976 and attended nursing college at Morningside, graduating in 1981. She was a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital for 15 years and was a Surgical Educator at Des Moines University for the past 10 years. Marjean enjoyed golf, gardening, cooking, water skiing, traveling, art, and music.
Her memory will be cherished by her husband, Dr. Kendall Reed; sons, Tanner Tryon and Travis (Lorrie) Tryon; daughter, Mandy (Josh) Lamberson; step-sons, Richard (Nicole) Kendall-Reed, Christopher (Andrea) Reed; step-daughters, Lori Wheeler and Leslie (Raymond) Reed-Silhanek; mother, Marjorie Nielsen; sister, Diane (Dave) Kazynski; step-grandchildren, Kendall, Liana, Savannah, Evan, Kyler and Kelsey; nephew, Justin Kazynski; niece, Shannon Kazynski; and great-nephew, Cohen Kazynski.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Marjean Reed Scholarship Fund at Des Moines University.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Peggy (Hunt) Heldstab
01/12/2012
I remember Marjean from school. We swam together for many years for the
Glidden swim team, often on the same relay teams. We also took life saving class together. I'm sure we were in classes together at school too. My brother, Mike, was in her class. He passed away in 1986. I have many fond memories of Marjean, her smile and her positive attitude. She will be missed by all. Keep her in your daily activities and talk about her often. In Christ, Peggy
Lisa Satterthwaite Toronto Canada
01/08/2012
There are no words to express my sadness on the loss of such a wonderful soul. I will miss our "catch up" moments at the annual ASE meetings always. We had some fantastic times together and I will continue to cherish them.
May you now rest in peace and know that your imprint in this life made a difference to all who knew you.
God Bless you my friend.
Lisa
Vey Kidney
01/07/2012
So sorry to hear about Marjean's death. We were neighbors and graduated together from GRHS in 1976. Your entire family has always been very gracious to my family. Good neighbors are priceless.
Allen and Gail Zagoren
01/07/2012
Dear Ken and family -
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Marjean. We are so very sorry or your loss. We hope that happy memories will help you through this difficult time in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Allen and Gail
John Van Horn
01/07/2012
I was a grade behind Marjean in school, and have fond memories of her. One memory I have was the day she won her event at the State Track Meet. This was also the day of her high school graduation. My father flew his plane down to Des Moines to pick her and her family up and get them back in time for her to graduate with the rest of her class.
She was always kind and nice to everyone around her, as was her entier family. The world will be dimmer and heaven brighter because of her passing.
Brad and Carol Klock
01/05/2012
Kendall,
We are so sad for your loss and in every way we wish you comfort. Brad and Marjean shared many lunches @DMU and became friends with the simple act of breaking bread and sharing laughter. She was simply delightful! It was an honor and my pleasure to make a few meals for you both so that you could spend more time together. To you and all family members, we offer you our deepest sympathy and peace in the days ahead.
Priti Lacy
01/04/2012
Dr. Reed,
I was so sorry and shocked to hear about Marjean's passing and want to express my deep and hearfelt sympathy to you and the rest of the family. Marjean will remain in my memory as a person who was always upbeat, always pleasant and always delightful to talk to! I am glad to have known her. She will be dearly missed. I am glad that our paths crossed at DMU.
May cherished memories of Marjean bring comfort, strength and peace to you at this time.
Priti Lacy
Robyn Phillips-Madson DO
01/04/2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
With sincere sympathy,
Robyn
Hoanie Olson
01/03/2012
I knew Marjean from the days when our daughters, Mandy and Katie, played sports in high school. She was always the most positive and pleasant person. Our prayers go out to her family, especially Tanner, Mandy and Travis. We are thinking of you in your most difficult of times.
Dan & Lauree Deublein
01/03/2012
We're deeply saddened by this news and our prayers are with her family. Marjean was a wonderful inspiration to us while we were in Belize on a medical mission trip. Her soul was a treasure that lit pathways and brought a smile to all those around her.
Bob and Michele Suter
01/03/2012
Always smiling, always positive, always helping and inspiring others- that is how we will remember Marjean. We are so blessed to have known her, and the world is such a better place as a result of the life of love and caring that she lived, and the many patients that she continues to benefit through the thousands of students she taught. Thank you Marjean for letting us be a part of your life..... Bob and Michele Suter
Susan Schmidt
01/03/2012
So sorry for your loss.
Marjean was a wonderful teacher to the students and was well liked by everyone.
With deepest sympathy,
Susan Schmidt
Ben Collins
01/03/2012
You have my prayers
Barry Fish
01/03/2012
Dr. Reed, I would like to extend my most sincere condolences on the loss of your wife, Marjean. I had the distinct pleasure of working with Marjean early on in her career here at DMU. We coordinated our PA students surgical experience together. She genuinely cared about all students education and was very dedicated to their success. She was truly an inspiration. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord our Savior be with you in these saddest of times.
Christina Henderson
01/03/2012
Please accept my sincere condolences. Marjean had such a warm heart. She was one of many individuals to make me feel comfortbale as I experienced my first DMU commencement as a new employee. I'll never forget the hug she gave me which was without prejudice and so very welcoming. I'm positive she will be missed. I'll never forget her.