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.
Sherrie VanSickle
01/16/2014
Doug, Dawn and Diana your Mom was a delightful person to be around. She always was smiling and was so soft spoken. She is pain free and that's a blessing.
Nancy & Craig McDonald
01/16/2014
We are so sorry to hear of Deb's passing. Our prayers are with you. May God's love continue to lift you up.
Lori Boyd
01/16/2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the Reed family at this time of loss. Deb was a great person and cared deeply. She will be missed in the choir loft at church!
The Silvers Family
01/16/2014
We are so sorry to learn of Deb's passing. May God heal your hearts and comfort you during this time. Our heartfelt sympathies to you Dawn, Diana, and Doug. God Bless.
Mary Curnes
01/16/2014
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You are in my prayers.
Karen Mason Williams
01/16/2014
I am so sorry to hear of Debbie's passing. Praying God will comfort you and hold you close during this time. Seeing her picture brings back many Saydel memories.
Marilyn Sand
01/16/2014
I was very sorry to hear of Deb's death. She was so proud of her family. You are all in my prayers.
Joni McConnell
01/16/2014
Deb was one of the first to welcome me at Greenwood and to help me during my first year there. Her friendship meant a lot. My heart goes out to the Reed family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Strelecki Family
01/16/2014
Doug,Dawn & Diana - You are in our thoughts and prayers. May His love comfort you during this difficult time.
Mitzi Chizek
01/15/2014
Doug -
I have been thinking about you and Deb over the last few weeks. So sorry to hear of her death. My prayers...
~Torode Family
01/15/2014
Doug, Dawn & Diana ~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's love comfort you. Our heartfelt sympathy. <3
Harriet and Arlo Tewes --Tiffani grandparents
01/15/2014
Diana Dawn and Doug, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. She was so proud of you girls. I attended quite a few of the girls contest and shared some good conversations. Stay strong because she would want this. Our deepest sympathy.
Rick Adkins
01/15/2014
Doug: So very sorry to hear of your loss. I always truly enjoyed following your kids and I know that you and your wife were very involved in their lives. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
McAlpin Family
01/15/2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was taken too soon and will undoubtedly be missed. May you find strength and peace during this difficult time.