Philip J. Reed

BARRE TOWN – Philip J. Reed, 92, of Windy Wood Road passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Born on July 8, 1928 in Graniteville, Quebec, Canada, he was the son of Roy Marvin and Gladys Lily (Bullock) Reed. He graduated from Derby Academy in 1948. After graduation, he became a citizen of the United States and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he was stationed on Grand Bahamas Island, affiliated with the communication section at Cape Kennedy.

In 1952, he married Marjorie J. Fyles and they enjoyed 68 years together.   Marjorie will always miss, Philip, the true love of her life.

Philip was employed as a stonecutter with Thurber Granite before joining Rock of Ages  for 20 years. In addition, he had his own cemetery monument lettering business.

In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting with his sons and his brother Ivan.

Survivors include his wife, Marjorie Reed; his four children Linda, David, Michael, and Steven; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his five brothers and two sisters.

A graveside service to honor and celebrate his life will be held at a later date at the convenience of his family.