David Earl Reed

David E. Reed of Byron, NY and Hudson, Florida died May 17, 2023 after a long illness at the age of 77. Dave was born March 23, 1946 in Rochester NY. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Beverly Reed. Three children, Sheryl, Rick and Rob, 9 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren. Sister, Pat Witt and many nieces and nephews. Dave was a proud Vietnam Veteran. He served in the US Marine Corps from 1963 to 1967. He was past Captain in the Brockport Fire Department. In 1976 he was named Western New York Fireman of the year for pulling a fellow firefighter from a burning building. Dave was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending summers at Southwoods RV Resort in Byron NY. A celebration of his life will be held on June 17, 2023 from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Southwoods RV Resort Rec Hall, 6749 Townline Rd, Byron NY 14422. Contributions in his memory may be made to: Brockport Firemans Exempt Benevolent, 248 West Avenue, Brockport NY 14420 Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 20, PO Box 12580, Rochester NY 14612 Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/tampa-cremation for the Reed family.