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Reed, John Gregory

John Gregory Reed, 56, of Salem, known as Greg to friends and family, died suddenly and unexpectedly Friday, October 24, 2014, serving the community he loved.Born in Lafayette, Indiana in 1958, he was preceded in death by his father, John Everett Reed and mother, Marlene Bouse Reed.He is survived by his wife, Beth Ritter Reed; sons, Joseph Cinquemani, Kaleb Reed, and Chance Reed of Salem; his sister, Teresa Parry and husband, Tim Parry and their daughter, Bess Platt and husband, Stephen Platt; daughter, Brooke Parry and son, Jacob Parry and wife Kelly; sister, Judi Reed Anderson and her husband, Paul Anderson, and sons, Drew, Tyler, and Blake.Greg earned a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech in 1980.He spent the majority of his career as a utility engineer for the City of Roanoke and the Western Virginia Water Authority, where he served as Director of Engineering Services.He was a fearless and adventurous soul who loved to run, hang-glide, ride motorcycles, hike, ski and camp.He rode across America by bicycle when he was only 18.Greg was also driven, competing in many marathons, triathlons, and century bicycle races.He overcame a serious battle with non-Hodgkins lymphoma and was an 18 year cancer survivor.He was a loving husband, devoted father, kind big brother, committed friend, excellent engineer, and dedicated public servant. A godly man in the best sense, he was ever humble, deeply faithful, and never passive.He worked tirelessly to help others in need or to do whatever was needed at his beloved West Salem Baptist Church. Greg had a warm genuine smile and was not just friendly, but a true friend to so many. He was ready for heaven, but none here were ready for him to leave us. He will be greatly missed.Arrangements will be handled by John M. Oakey & Son, 305 Roanoke Blvd, Salem VA, with visitation on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 from 7to 9 p.m. and on Thursday October 30, 2014from noon to 2 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursdayat West Salem Baptist Church, 500 Turner Road, Salem VA 24153. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Greg's memory to the Ugandan Orphanage Fund, c/o West Salem Baptist Church.

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