Howard F. Reed, Jr., age 72, of Pierpont, OH passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at Pittsburgh VA Hospital. He was born August 13, 1949, in Cleveland, OH the son of Elizabeth (Woolway) and Howard Reed, Sr.

He was a proud Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the 173rd Airborne and Special Forces.

Howard worked at Morton Salt, Fairport Mine, for 30 years as a journeyman miner. He was also a part-time paramedic for Jefferson Rescue for 11 years.

He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Jefferson and was also a lifelong member of the Madison VFW Post 8548.

He married Barbara Keagler on July 24, 1987 in Madison. Together he and Barb enjoyed motorcycling, beekeeping, scuba-diving, and walleye fishing. He also enjoyed fly fishing. He loved being on his tractor and spending anytime he could with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara; children, Jennifer Reed Hall (John Hall), Cheri Storkel; brother, Randy Reed, grandchildren, Abigail Reed, Ashley and Isabell Hall, Jake Storkel; and great-grandson, Oliver Hall. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends will be received 11 am to 1 pm, Friday October 29, 2021 at Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street in Madison with a service immediately following at 1 pm. Final resting place will be Fairview Cemetery. Donations may be made in Howard’s name to your favorite charity.

Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com