Stephen M. Reed
August 20, 2015
Stephen M. Reed “Blue Willie”, passed away August 20, 2015. He was born May 9, 1948 to Maxine (Van Dyke) and Gerald Reed in Des Moines, Iowa.
Stephen was an avid Harley Rider and an accomplished musician playing both guitar and harmonica in various blues bands in Pennsylvania.
He is survived by his brother, Jerry Reed of Des Moines, IA; sons, Stephen of Williamsport, PA, and Michael of Coin, IA; daughter, Amy of Clarinda, IA; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Stephen was preceded in death by both his parents; and grandparents.
A memorial visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm on Monday, August 24, 2015 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Stephen.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Sheri Van Dyke Glover
08/25/2015
im sorry to hear about Steve. My thoughts & prayers are with the family.
Sheri & family.
Bill Wilson & Cathy Calvert
08/24/2015
Steve was a true friend and a great entertainer. He will take his place among the greatest blues performers of all time...an honor he truly deserves...The world is a darker place with him gone.
Cheryl Miller
08/23/2015
I am sorry to hear of "Blue Willies" death.....we shared many good times together in Williamsport, pa making great blues music....he was a big part of my life for several years and always put a smile on my face...Rest in Peace Steve in your blues heavenly home,,,