Bonnie Lee Reed, 64, of Weaverville, NC, died at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC on August 1, 2016 surrounded by her family after courageously fighting leukemia.
Bonnie was born to Ward Benjamin Smith and June Doris Hollar in Roslyn, NY on November 12,1951. She was very creative and enjoyed crafts such as sewing, needlepoint, and crocheting. Her husband Ken, of 46 years, made many special memories together camping all over the east coast and going on cruises together. Bonnie was selfless of her time and talents by giving back to her community as she volunteered so many hours as a girl scout leader, teacher’s aide, and death support volunteer. She was also actively involved with a Women’s Sorority, Beta Sigma Phi where she was a life-time member.
Bonnie is survived by her husband, Ken Reed Sr. of Weaverville, NC; son, Ken Reed Jr. (Michelle) of New Port Richey, FL; daughter, Roslyn Carney of Alexander, NC (J.P.); grandson (whom Bonnie loved to ‘the moon and back’), “Reed” Carney; her mother, June Smith of Hudson, Fl; and brothers, Ward Smith of Chatsworth, GA and Wayne Smith of New Port Richey, FL. and what Bonnie and Ken considered extended family, their neighbors of many years. Bonnie is predeceased by her father Ward “Smitty” Smith.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date with family and close friends.
The Reed family is under the care of Hall-Wynne Funeral Service. Online condolences: www.hallwynne.com, select obituaries.
Linda Spradlin
August 3, 2016 at 9:27 pmThe Reed family will be my prayers. I pray for comfort during this time of heartbreak and loss. Love and Hugs Ken Jr and Michelle
David and Linda Spradlin
Amanda Saguil
August 3, 2016 at 10:08 pmThe Saguil Clan offers our condolences to the Reed Family. We remember Mrs. Reed as a wonderful lady with a beautiful soul. My mother fondly remembers all those Friday nights with Mrs. Reed and the most excellent fun with band uniforms. All of you are in our prayers.
Christy Clements
August 3, 2016 at 10:24 pmDear Ros +J.P.,
We are saddened to hear about Bonnie. She was always very sweet when we were in church together and the times we’ve run into each other since. We will be praying for your family.
In Christ’s Love,
Christy +Brent Clements +Family
Karen Davis
August 3, 2016 at 10:30 pmWhen my mom passed away, I was so surprised(why I don’t know) how much of an impression she made on people’s lives. Let me express in my life, how much Bonnie was loved. She was my sister in Beta Sigma Phl. Always going out of her way volunteering for committees. We always joked, het birthday was the same day as my husband. Between Roslyn and Bonnie, they were going to Fantastic Sam if I didn’t do their hair right! When both moved to NC I missed them so. Well miss Bonnie you have moved again into heaven. I’ll see you again when God calls me home. I know you’ll be waiting for me to do your hair. Yes she WILL have hair and red hair to boot! Love you my friend.
Lourdes Shaw
August 4, 2016 at 1:45 amDear Mr. Ken ,
I always going to remember my dear friend Bonnie for all her protection
love and support. She will always leave in my hart . And I will take those memories
of her you and your grandchild shopping away. Rest in peace my sweet Bonnie!
MIKE REED
August 4, 2016 at 1:57 amWe share your loss and pray for strength and understanding of the difficult times ahead. We hope you can find comfort and peace in knowing Bonnie rests in the arms of the Lord. Our most sincere condolences to you
Bobbi and Mike Reed
Beth Honeycutt
August 4, 2016 at 5:56 amDear Roslyn and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bonnie, thank you for the crochet gifts and stuffed bunnies shared with the preschool children. Reed, I am thinking of you especially!
Let us know what you need.
Love, Beth Honeycutt and family (including Matthew and Phoebe)
Paul & Kathy Ballard
August 4, 2016 at 7:48 amWe love Bonnie & share in your grief, but rejoice with her that she is completely healed now. We will miss her, but look forward to be being neighbors again with her in Heaven one day!
Sara Sagar
August 4, 2016 at 8:20 amMark and I send our sincere sympathy to Roslyn and all of Bonnie’s family. Our thoughts and prayers for peace of mind and spirit go out to you all. May love and happy memories live on in your hearts forever.
Kerstin Davis
August 4, 2016 at 10:23 amBonnie was a wonderful mother and loving wife. She was a ray of positive energy in this world. I’m so sorry for your loss . My heart goes out to family .
Janet,Bill,Jaylee & Mila
August 4, 2016 at 12:12 pmBonnie touched our lives in such a beautiful way and left us with very many special memories. We will miss her terribly.
We send our love To Ken, Roz, Reed , JP & the entire family.
Janet,Bill, Jaylee & Mila
Keith Reagan
August 5, 2016 at 7:38 amOn behalf of myself and my parents, we send you our deepest condolences. You will be in our prayers.
Keith Reagan and family
Jeff & Donna Cox
August 5, 2016 at 12:28 pmBonnie was a dear, sweet person. She loved to share her many talents with others. We have benefited from some of the beautiful crafts she made. We miss her and look forward to seeing her again someday in heaven. We are thankful that she is no longer battling this terrible disease, but know she is missed so much by her family! Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you Ken, Rosalyn, JP, Reed and the rest of the family.
Jeff, Donna, & Navari Cox
Renea Hawkins
August 7, 2016 at 7:59 pmMr. Ken and family, I am so very sorry for your loss of Bonnie. I was her nurse at the Cancer Center and was so very fond of her. We hit it off from the beginning. She was a blessing every time I saw her. We so enjoyed comparing notes on our grandbabies. Please know I am praying for you all!
Renea Hawkins
Sue and Greg Honaker
August 21, 2016 at 11:27 amDear Ken and Family, All though we only meet one time on the Carnival Dream, which was my birthday cruise, we really got to know Bonnie and just thought the world of her. Bonnie and I became friends and she made me feel like we had known each other forever..She was a warm, sincere and beautiful person who loved her family, her 4 legged “babies” and cruising .. Just so very sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing and sending our deepest sympathy to you and your beautiful family that she was so very, very proud of .. Hugs Sue and Greg Honaker
Jeanne Beltz
August 22, 2016 at 2:03 pmOur sympathies to Bonnie’s family and friends. I have so many wonderful memories when Bonnie and Ken lived on Oakwood Dr. In Hudson. She was such a fun loving person and touched many people, she will be missed by all. My prayers are with Bonnie’s family.
Terry and Jeanne Beltz