Martin Reed
October 18, 2022
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Martin Allen Reed, 81, passed away October 18, 2022 at Trinity Center Nursing Home after a battle with Alzheimer’s. Marty lived with his youngest son (Marty II), wife, and four kids until he needed more care at the nursing home.
He was born November 3, 1940 to Alfred and Blanche (LaFaver) Reed in Harrisburg, Illinois. He loved church at a young age and has always been a lover of God. Marty installed drywall for an occupation. When he was not working he enjoyed going to the fair, fishing, traveling, and being outdoors. He also loved playing piano and guitar. Marty was very caring and always wore his heart on his sleeve. He always had a door open for whoever.
Marty is survived by his six beautiful children, Mark (Karla) Reed, Jackie (Danny) Milligan, Kevin (Roxy) Reed, Laura Barone, Rebecca Adams, and Marty (Danielle) Reed; step-daughter, Tonya (Anthony) Freeman; 15 grandchildren and seven siblings, Alfred (Karen) Reed, Charles (Helen) Reed, Betty Reed, Delores (Francis) Barker, Loretta (Gerald) Craig, Jim (Christine) Reed, and Sherry (Larry) Phillips.
Marty was proceeded in death by his parent, Alfred and Blanche Reed; daughter, Jackie; and his brother-in-law, Francis (Franny).
Family will greet friends on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. A memorial service will be held the following day Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 11 a.m. at Community Chapel Church, 414 E 27th Street, Des Moines. Burial will occur directly after at Lauren Hill Cemetery, 3601 E Court Avenue, Des Moines.
Memorial contributions can be directed to the family in loving memory of Martin Reed.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Krris Mayes
10/28/2022
Saying see you later will never be enough. You have meant so much to my family. Being Dad and Grandpa. You taught my husband the skills he needed to support our family and the love he needed after losing his own father. I will never forget all the love and memories over the last 30 years. You truly were an inspiration to many and brought the love of music to many of us. I will miss hearing you play the piano and singing to all who would listen. Rest easy and fly high in those golden skies. Love you always and missing you so much more.
A friend of Marty's
10/27/2022
I Will Miss You So Very Much Marty. You were a Great Friend to me. You always helped me feel better when I felt sad. I will Always miss talking to you and hearing you play your piano. Have a great time being So Happy In Heaven Marty. God and everyone in Heaven Will Definitely Love You And You Playing Your Piano In Heaven. I Love You And Everything About The True Loving Caring Man You Always Were Marty. Huge Loving Caring Hugs To You My Great Friend Marty.
Dee
10/27/2022
Sorry for ur loss prayers 2 all of u he will be missed I came very fond of him 30 some years ago met him on the cb had a great time an when I was pregnant with my daughter I had 2 hold of til the 3rd so they could celebrate their birthdays together he got his wish she came on the 3rd he was her godfather right then u will be missed
Dan milligan
10/27/2022
My condolences To family and friends. He was Very interesting to talk to he knew a lot about a lot of things Love to talk about his kids religion and construction we had similar interest we could talk for hours Thanks for putting Jackie ,God, youre knowledge. our talks will be missed give Jackie a hug for me I love you
Raymond Bettis
10/26/2022
Very sad for your loss know that youll be are prayers and thoughts always blessed us with his playing the piano and singing God grant you all great peace comfort and strength thru this time God blessings on you all
A friend of Marty's
10/26/2022
Marty I have very fond memories of your Great Caring Personality. I will miss being your friend. Hugs To You My Friend.
Johnathon Mayes
10/26/2022
Grandpa Marty, I have so many memories with you that one single paragraph could not contain.
What I will say is Im sorry that I didnt get to see you before you left us and flew up. I wish I could have. You were always the most supportive and loving man. You were incredibly wise. An instigator of mischief. And simply an amazing man who I was lucky enough to call Grandpa. Ill never be able to express any of these things to you now, but I hope you know you hold a special place in my heart. You didnt have to love me, you chose too. Im sorry its been over ten years since we last saw one another, even though we kept in touch, itll haunt me. I love you, Grandpa. Thank you for being you, thank you for letting me drive without a license, thank you for always letting me play on the CB, thank you for so many memories. Ill always know how to say my alphabet backwards just like you.
I hope youre flying high and youre peaceful and happy to know there are so many people who loved you and will miss you. You did good in your life, old man.
Laura Mayes
10/26/2022
I remember the first time I meant you many yrs ago I asked if I could call you uncle and you said yes that made my day . You will be so missed . Fly high Marty
Bette Morris
10/26/2022
Rest in peace my friend, Bill and I have been neighbors for many years and we will miss seeing you and them little dogs ...
Jayme Reed
10/26/2022
I will definitely miss him. He has always been a very good uncle , I will always cherish the albums he gave me , and I remember him teaching all my cousins and myself,"I won't have to worry when I reach the other shore", well he's there now with his eyes on Jesus. So happy that he's in no more pain. I also won't forget him coming down here to fla to be here for my dad when mom passed, all my friends really enjoyed him. I also won't forget how he took us up to Iowa to finally see grandma again when I was 18. May you be up in the heavenly choir playing your piano and mom , Jackie, and grandma, and uncle Franny and Jerry. with you. Love you always Jayme
Rebecca
10/25/2022
May you be at peace now dance with the angel dad until then
Tamara Tobias
10/25/2022
I remember Uncle Marty with fond memories, when he played on Grandma Reed's piano all those gospel songs. My favorite " I saw the Light." I am sure he will be truly missed, bet he is singing in Heaven tonight. God Bless.