Debra S. Reed
January 14, 2014
Debra Reed, 60, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at Kavanagh on 56th.
Debra was born March 12, 1953 in Des Moines to Robert and Barbara White. She was a first and second grade teacher at Moulton, Greenwood and Studebaker Elementary Schools in the Des Moines Public School System. Debra retired in May of 2012 after 35 years of service and was a member of the ISEA and NEA.
Debra had been a long time active member of Norwalk Christian Church, most recently involved as a Sunday school teacher and choir member. She was a loving and supportive mother who never missed a twirling competition, dance recital or school activity. Debra was very involved in her daughter’s lives and her presence will be greatly missed.
Debra is survived by her husband of 37 years, Doug; daughters, Dawn and Diana Reed; brother, Robert T. White, Jr.; sister, Cindee (Ken) Messmaker and family; and a host of extended family members and beloved friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2014 at Norwalk Christian Church, 701 Main Street. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church followed by burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Norwalk Christian Church.
Online condolences may be expressed to
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Kay Petterson
01/23/2014
Doug, Diana, and Dawn,
I am so sorry for your loss. I continue to pray for you and thank God for Deb's healing and being painfree. It's hard to think like that while your loss is so new, but that knowledge will be comforting as time goes by. God is walking with you every day, every hour, and so are those of us who care about you. May you all find the peace that Deb has now.
Joni (Gyles) Smith
01/18/2014
I am so sorry for your loss, My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you.
Gene Jackson
01/18/2014
Doug, So sorry to here the news of Debbie's passing. My condolences to you and your family. May she rest in Peace.
Uncle Jim & Aunt Ruby
01/17/2014
Doug, Dawn & Diana, We pray for the presence of the Comforter with you. Debbie was a sweet light in all of our lives.
Jim and Deanna Kincheloe
01/17/2014
Doug, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.
Jaclyn and Bonnie James
01/17/2014
Diana and Dawn,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful lady who always took time to stop and ask how things were going at baton competitions. We are so glad to have had the chance to know her.
We will keep you all in our prayers.
Roger & Marilyn Heider
01/17/2014
Doug, Diana & Dawn: We were saddened by the news. Just as happy things seem even better when shared with relatives and friends, we pray your sorrow will be lessened when shared with those same people. Take comfort in the fact that "even after she's been in Heaven 10,000 years, bright shining as the sun, she has no less days to sing God's praise then when she first begun!!!
Karen Stuyvesant
01/17/2014
Diana, I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. There couldn't have been a more supportive mom for her daughters. I enjoyed knowing her when you and Jennifer were in gymnastics together.I know that she will continue to watch over you until you are reunited in heaven. May God comfort your family.
Sheila (Surber) England
01/16/2014
Doug and family. I was so sorry to hear about Deb. She was one of the sweetest people I ever knew. As you know, we were very close in high school. I know you will miss her dearly. I look forward to a day when we can all meet again. God bless you and your family.
Becky Knox Aquino
01/16/2014
Diana~ you will continue to be in my prayers as your heart slowly heals...Your Mom will be missed but never forgotten as she lives in your heart forever. Hugs...
Donna Embree
01/16/2014
Dawn - I am so sorry to hear about the death of your mom. You always talked so often about the support that your family gave you. And during her fight with cancer you were always there to support her. Find faith and support through your friends and family.
Dianna (Hilding) Wiegert
01/16/2014
Doug, Dawn, and Diana, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had some magical words to take away the pain and sorrow you are feeling today, but I don't. I will tell you this....everyone grieves differently. You will find what works for you. Share your memories. Debbie may be gone, but will never be forgotten. I hope you can find some laughter through your tears. Rest in Peace my dear cousin. God Bless her family and friends.
Linda Noble Dean
01/16/2014
Doug I'm so sorry to hear of Deb's passing. May you and your family find comfort during this most difficult time. Prayers for you and your family.
Barb Samuelson
01/16/2014
Praying God surrounds you with love and for you to find comfort and healing during this difficult time.
Libby Mineart
01/16/2014
Doug and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God watch over you and ease your grief. Cherish tour beautiful memories.
Libby Mineart