Alice Marie Reed's Obituary
Alice Marie Reed, 89, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her family.
Alice was born May 11, 1930, in Oreana, the daughter of Frank and Effie (Bourquin) Myers. She married Jesse James Reed in November 1949 and he preceded her in death after 36 years of marriage.
Surviving are her children, Terry (Carolyn) Reed of Decatur and Cindy (Pete) Slonaker of Warrensburg; five grandchildren, Bridget (Jack) Kinney, Jesse Reed, Travis Reed, Brandi, (Lucas) Johner, and Joshua (Nicole) Slonaker; seven great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Harry Reed; a daughter, Candy Green; two brothers, George and Bill Myers; two sisters, Ida Lappie and Ann Myers.
Alice enjoyed watching westerns, camping, and eating fried chicken. The family would like to say a special thanks to hospice, help and home staff, and all other caregivers.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Alice Reed will be 12 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday before the service at the funeral home.
The family of Alice Reed is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the complete online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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