of Vilonia, AR
September 22, 2019
Johnny Lemuel ''J.L.'' Reed, 79, of Vilonia, AR, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019. He was born September 7, 1940 in Wynne, AR, to the late Thomas and Louise (Barnes) Reed. J.L. and his son, Johnny were owners and operators of Reed's Inc. for over 25 years. He was an avid deer hunter, loved dirt track racing, but more than anything he enjoyed working. He left his family with a legacy and a work ethic that will be remembered for generations. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Conway.
J.L. is survived by his wife of 58 years, Hazel (Witcher) Reed; son, Johnny (Kim) Reed of Vilonia; daughters, Lora (Henry) Williams of Vilonia and Lisa (Becky) Lachowsky of Conway; six grandchildren, Amber Williams, Tyler (Christin) Lachowsky, Ashley Lachowsky, Alli (Daniel) Whitehead, Alyssa (Rodney) Martin and Johnny ''Tripp'' Reed, III; seven great-grandchildren, Evelyn Lachowsky, Emily Crockett, Parker Lachowsky, Addison Lachowsky, Juliette Fleisher, James Fleisher and Dax Whitehead; six brothers, David (Fran) Reed of Wynne, AR, Thomas ''Butch'' (Margaret) Reed of Rochelle, IL, Gary (Helen) Reed, Charles (Teresa) Reed, Ricky (Karen) Reed and Terry Reed all of Wynne, AR; three sisters, Sue (John) Bedwell of Wynne, AR, Carol (Ronnie) Whitt of Jacksonville, Tx and Tammy (Ricky) Posey of Morton, AR.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Timothy Reed, and grandsons, Daniel and Joshua Lachowsky.
Memorials may be made to Friendship Baptist Church, 767 Rocky Point Road, Conway, AR 72032 or to Fair Oaks Assembly of God, 30 CR 505, McCrory, AR 72101.
Visitation will be Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 10:00 AM followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at Friendship Baptist Church in Conway, AR. Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway, AR.
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12 Condolence(s)
Jeanie Hobbs Dailey
Sunday, September 29, 2019
Praying for you. May you feel God holding you giving comfort and peace as only He can. Sending love, hugs and prayers.
Margie Stokes Richards
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
So sorry for your loss but its just for alittle while. And then we will all be celebrating with him again.
Lyndy Lindsey
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
J.L. Reed was my friend. I met him when he was mowing yards at our apartment complexes. Man could he work. When we started building Golf Courses he handled all the drainage work and planting trees. I bet he put enough drainage in on our golf courses that would stretch across the Great state of Arkansas. He would go where ever you needed him and never grumbled he just worked. My life is better for knowing JL Reed and I know I will see him again. He always talked about Mrs Hazel and there was no doubt he put her first and loved her dearly. Thank u for sharing JL with us Mrs Hazel. I will look forward to seeing him again one day in Heaven and we can analyze Those streets of Gold.
Newton & Lucille Meredith
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Hazel, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. J.L. was a very good friend to us, he will be greatly missed.
Bobby and Brenda Williams
Monday, September 23, 2019
Hazel and Family,
So sorry for your loss. J L was such a special friend. We know personally, and are so fortunate and appreciative, that J L did share his compassion and work ethic his employees. May your fun and loving memories give you peace and comfort.
Bobby and Brenda
Mr and mrs. Howard Haynes
Monday, September 23, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss and send our prayers to everyone
Kenny Harvey
Monday, September 23, 2019
Hazel,
Learning of Mr. Reed's Homecoming know our Prayers & Love are with You and your Family.
Kenny & Jacque
Angie red
Monday, September 23, 2019
Praying for peace & comfort during this difficult time!
Shannan Sparks Clouse
Monday, September 23, 2019
I am so very sorry. JL was such a kind man. My prayers continue for you all.
With love, Shannan & family
Tracie Garrett
Monday, September 23, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for comfort and peace for all the family.
Bruce & Karen Graham
Sunday, September 22, 2019
So sorry to hear about JLs passing.
We know he is in a better place now.
Out thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jeanne Harvey
Sunday, September 22, 2019
My heart is with you and your family at this difficult time. Love to all. Thinking of you and sending you peace.