Francis W. Reed

Francis W. Reed, 94, of Rutland Town, died on May 8, 2022, in Rutland.

He was born in East Rodman, New York, on April 20, 1928, son of Loved and Laura (Curtis) Reed.

Francis married Florence Nohle on June 21, 1952.

He worked for Continental Telephone Co.

Francis is an U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War.

He enjoyed skiing and flying remote controlled airplanes.

Francis was formerly of Johnstown, New York, where he lived prior to moving to Rutland in 2018.

He is survived by a son, Brian Reed of Rutland Town; two daughters, Amy Reed Membrino of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and Linda Reed Bianchini of Glens Falls, NY; a sister, Nellie Beenfield of Utah; 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Francis was predeceased by his wife, Florence Reed in 2021; two brothers, Cecil and Loved “Hap” Reed; and a sister, June Wing.

Memorial contributions in Francis’ honor may be made to the First Presbyterian Church at 37 S. Market St. Johnstown, NY 12095.

Burial will be held at a later date in Saratoga National Cemetery.

Arrangements are by Clifford Funeral Home.