Jessie Lynn Reed
1954 - 2026
Jessie Lynn Reed passed away on the evening of May 2nd, 2026. She was riding home from a wonderful celebration of Pioneer Service to Jehovah. A perfect ending for a lifetime of devotion to her God, Father, and friend, Jehovah. Her family assembled at the hospital to say their goodbyes and a prayer for her resurrection in the promised new world. She was kind, loving, and a sweet sister to all her family and friends. She was born on December 20th, 1954, in New Britain, Connecticut to Norman and Rosemary Reed. She attended Elementary School in Cromwell, Connecticut and then her family moved to Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She graduated from Reynolds High School in 1973. She attended Forsyth Tech for Administration and Dudley School of Cosmetology to become a Nail Technician.
She was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on June 26th, 1976. She had many years of passionate service letting people know about God’s Kingdom and especially enjoyed writing personal letters inviting her friends and family to the Annual observance of the Memorial of Christ’s Death. She volunteered many hours of service and was privileged to attend Pioneer Service School in 2013 and 2022.
She prayed for all her friends by name and had a list so she would not forget. Despite her physical issues – that she never brought up – she was able to continue her diligent service on Zoom and on the phone. She would contact her return visits and her friends bringing them joy. When asked how she was, she would respond with an “alrighty rue!” When she could no longer drive or walk well, she would always do Cart Witnessing with her brother Bruce at the Rest Stop. She kept the people who were joining her on schedule with their cart assignments. She was a faithful example no matter what the temperature, she was there to give a witness for Jehovah’s name.
She was our second Mama, she helped raise all the Reeds, their spouses, and children. She accomplished so much from that chair at her kitchen table. She arranged family gatherings, a graduation breakfast for her niece, and Wedding Anniversary Parties for her siblings. She was the main cog in the Reed family.
She was preceded in death by her parents Norman and Rosemary Reed. She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Reed (Josh Hindle), her siblings: Cynthia Gilardi, Bruce Reed (Diana), Tim Reed (Debbie), Becky Springer (Erich), nephews and nieces: Zachery & Nicholas Gilardi, Brieanna Hocholter, Justin Reed (Holly), Brittany Espinoza (Ivan), Caleb and Josh Reed, Ryan and Sarah Springer, Grandson: Domonic Hall. Grandnephew and Grandniece, Pierce & Eva Lynn Reed.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
Family Visitation begins at 3:00 P.M.
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
1710 Lewisville-Clemmons Road
Clemmons, NC 27012
Truly, a beautiful, warm, loving, and generous spirit. She will be missed by so many. One of my first friends when I moved to WSNC in 1978. She loved Jehovah and her family with her whole heart. We will hug her again soon in the New System in God’s Kingdom.
Jesse you were such an encouragement to me I appreciated you love concern and zeal you will be truly missed see you in paradise ❤️love you dearly.
Dear Reed Family,
My heart is aching with the loss of Jessie Lynn. It was 4 days that I spoke with her before the pioneer gathering that she attended. I had the privilege of attending pioneer school with her in 2022. From that day on we instantly connected. 2 months ago I was pleasantly surprised to receive a card in the mail from Jessie Lynn. It was a card with a monetary gift inside. I have way to tears. She learned that I was struggling financially. I told her that she did not have to. Her reply was “Jehovah wants me to do it. Wished it was more”. She in a safe place, committed to Jehovah’s memory. She strongly loved God’s word the Bible. One of her favorite scriptures that she would remind me of is Revelation 21:3,4. I do hope the family make this your favorite scripture til you physically meet her in Jehovah’s promised new world.
Jessie Lynn, may be gone physically for now but will Never be forgiven, she was kind and always had an encouraging word…so glad I got the chance to share some of the last hours of her life eating and catching up, we will see you Soon! Rest well my sister!
One of the most beautiful, kind, and gentle souls. It was such an honor to be able to be a part of her close spiritual family these last couple years. Oh my heart… 💔
Jessie was always positive, always there, one of the best examples of sister faithful!! ❤️
This is an excerpt from one of the last text messages I received from her. She had inquired about my upcoming surgery:
I am sure Jehovah will help you through and you pray to him and rely on him. He will be there for you, I have no doubt. I like that scripture in Psalm 105:4,”Search for Jehovah and his strength, Seek his face constantly. ” or his presence. Also we pray and talk to Jehovah he will help us. This is brought out at Psalm 86:6-7,”Listen, O Jehovah, to my prayer; And pay attention to my pleas for help. I call on you in the day of my distress, for you will answer me.” Also Jehovah will give us power and strength when we need it he let’s us know in Isaiah 40:29,”He gives power to the tired one, And full might to those lacking strength.” Jehovah will definitely help you through this situation.
Little did I realize that these are the exact words that are the most comforting at this time, while mourning such a devastating loss… 🫂
I can’t wait until the day that she hears Jesus’ voice and “comes out” with youthful vigor… no oxygen, no pain, all smiles… not masking the effects from imperfection.
One of my most favorite memories other than our time together at pioneer meetings and ministry, is when Jennifer brought over her dog 🐕 and the way she lit up with such joy and happiness! I am trying to find the photo collage that I did for her with the pup and kisses! 🥹
Continued prayers for the family in all extended/ spiritual family 🙏
There are friends and then there is family. But for Lynn those words weren’t enough to describe what she had built. We all didn’t just share friendships we wove two separate families into one big beautiful tapestry. We weren’t two separate families that lived near each other, we were family that lived in two separate houses. Lynn. and family always.Would provide an extra plate at the table, and the best snacks in the whole world were always in the cabinets, and not to mention the abundance of homemade rootbeer that Rosemary would always make. Sometimes , when all of us kids were together , which were many, when we were misbehaving Lynn could always give a look from across the room that let you know , you better straighten up and act right. Lynn and all of her family taught us how to laugh how to love, How to understand our own mistakes and move on. They taught me how to be fiercely, loyal and show loving-kindness.to one another. For me, there was a constant love and compassion and understanding that was hard for me to get in our house. Lynn studied with me for quite some time and during that time she taught me how forgiving Jehovah is and how loving he is and that I was important to him. She helped me understand myself better than I could. By using the Bible, she was able to renew things in my heart that were badly broken.She gave me a reason to get-up and-go on at a very vulnerable time in my life, she taught me that I mattered all throughout the Bible, I don’t think there’s theres any scripture that Lynn doesn’t know and can apply to any person she comes across. It wasn’t just blood that made us family.It was incredible trips to the Lake House learning to ski and fish and getting in a rowboat, without me completely falling in the water, she was always busy teaching us how to swim in their backyard pool. Taking trips together to the beach and catching an enormous amount of fish. Oh what memories I have. While the physical space that lynn occupied is now quiet , the us that she created with all of us will remain unbreakable. While there is sadness now and the aching in all of our hearts , soon we will all be rejoicing to see her reunited with her parents and family and all her many friends. I love you guys very much what good memories we all have of Lynn. I love all of you more than I can express, thank you for always being there.
There are friends and then there is family. But for lynn , those words are not enough to describe what she had built. We didn’t just share a friendship.She helped weave two separate families into one single beautiful tapestry. We weren’t just families living in the same neighborhood.We were one family that happened to live in two separate houses. I can remember when lynn and her family always made sure there were extra plates at their table for my brother and sister and myself . We could all go over there and I remember we never had to ask for a treat, but we did have to ask for some of that homemade , delicious root beer that Rosemary made for all of us, she had to kind of ration that out because it was so good and she wanted all of us to have some. Lynn would babysit us all at her home we were quite a clan. I do remember that Lynn could give a quiet look across the room and we all knew we needed to shape up and get our acts together before we were gonna get into bigger trouble. Lynn and her family taught me many, many things.
She taught us how to laugh at ourselves and to own our mistakes and move on, later on , in my life , I had the opportunity to have a bible study with Lynn, she walked me all through the Bible backwards and forwards. She knew all the scriptures, I believe she knew single verse. But during are Bible study, she she renewed things in my heart that were badly broken.She gave me a reason to go on and taught me how forgiving and understanding Jehovah is. I learned early on that it wasn’t blood that made us a family. It was all the beach trips, the many, many trips to lake Norman or teach me simply how to match my clothes. She taught me how to stand up in a rowboat without falling out as I did many times, she was always teaching, and she never seemed to mind one bit. She was always very patient with me and with others. While the physical space that Lynn occupied is now quiet. The “us” that she helped create remains unbreakable. It’s going to be wonderful to see the smiles and the tears of joy and love when the Reed family can once again be reunited with their entire family love to you all. Annmarie
Always a second mom! Sweetest person you’d ever meet. She loved her family more than anyone could imagine. She will be deeply missed.
I never would have imagined that Saturday, May 2 would be my last day spending time with Jessie Lynn. Jessie Lynn was Truly, my dear sister and friend. I am sad that she is gone but I’m happy to know that she is not in pain anymore. When Jehovah awakens her, she will have a renewed body and will be able to walk and take deep breaths on her own. I don’t think there’s much Jehovah will do to change that loving personality that she had . She always called me her big sister because I was six months older than her. She always used terms of endearment such as sweetie and love and other kind words when she talked to me. Although I have many wonderful memories of Jessie Lynn ,I have two very recent memories that have been on my mind since her passing. The first one was how happy she appeared to be on Saturday night at the gathering and the look on her face when she was smiling at trying to share her chocolate cake with Bruce and I. The next one was a couple of weeks ago she called me to come to her home and when I got there to my surprise, she said “I have a gift for you “and she gave me a bag filled with my favorite candies. She was always such a thoughtful person. I asked why the gift and she looked at me and said “just because I love you.” She was a very Faithful Sister always busy for Jehovah. She was a loving mother,Jennifer was her pride and joy. Nobody could say Becky’s name like Jessie. Lynn could. She loved her siblings and the friends. “ Rest In Peace “
Jessie Lynn was a very generous person. She helped me tremendously in many different ways. I look forward to welcoming her back very soon. I will always remember her faithfulness and encouragement. 💖💕💜
Besides loving and carrying for others, Jessie Lynn was a stronghold, encouraging, and one who always brightened your day. I was one of many who visited her and had meals with her. She was very hospitable.
One of the best meals that I had was when Jessie Lynn invited some of us to her place for a simple but delicious meal when two siblings visited our congregation to share their life experiences and love for Jehovah.
I was also in pioneer school with Jessie Lynn and enjoyed the ministry and doing the cart with her, Bruce, and others.
Jessie Lynn lovingly reminded me that she was my “big sister” and that I was one of her “little brothers.” As many have said, she was family to many of us.
Besides love and carrying to others, Jessie Lynn was a stronghold, encouraging, and one who always brightened your day. I was one of many who visited her and had meals with her.
One of the best experience of meals that I experienced was one of the simple but most memorable acts of hospitality that we had at Jessie Lynn’s place when brother and sister Leo and Annette Liang came to give us their life experiences in connection for Jehovah, whom she dearly love. I, too, was in the same Pioneer school with Jessie Lynn and enjoy visiting her and doing the cart with her, Bruce, and others.
Jessie Lynn lovingly reminded me that she was my “big sister” and that I was here one of her “little brothers.” As many have said, she was family to many of us.
I didn’t know Jessie Lynn, but I enjoyed her comments via Zoom on Thursdays and Sundays. RIP.
Before I arrived in the US, I attended the congregation meetings on Zoom. Jessie Lynn was the first one that I saw and who greeted me. Chatting with her and others was a highlight for me. She and I sent messages to each other until I arrived here. The day after I arrived at Clemmons, i met our sister Jessie Lynn in person who are sweet, loving, and kind sister. She invited me and others to her home for a meal. It was fabulous. We had a wonderful time at the cart and seeing each other at the meetings and other events. Jessie Lynn gave the best hugs and embraces.
Like everyone else, I look forward to the resurrection and when we will see Jessie Lynn’s beautiful smiling face and hear her uplifting, joyful voice again.
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