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Edith W. Reed age 98, of Clayton, NC died peacefully on Friday Oct. 30, 2020 at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC.
She was born in Willoughby, OH on February 9, 1922. A graduate of Shaker Heights High School, she went on to receive a Bachelors Degree in Piano Performance at the Cleveland Institute of Music in 1944 and a Masters Degree in 1968. She performed locally and taught at the Fine Arts Association in Willoughby from 1957 to 1992 where she was both head of the Piano Department and Chairman of the Music Department. She was a member of the Cleveland Composers Guild and the Cecillian Music Club.
In 2000 she moved to Clayton, NC where she became an active member of the Johnston County Music Association.
Edith is survived by two daughters, Susan (Robert) Pinney of Cary, NC and Sherry Reed of Saltsville, VA, and a son Henry Reed of Willoughby, OH. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Laura (Charles) Bolek of Painesville, OH and Derek (Lora) Murphy of Lebanon, OH, three great grandchildren Danielle Bolek, Ava Murphy and Aidan Murphy. Many nieces and nephews survive as well.
A private memorial service to be held in Ohio will be planned for a future date.
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Family or Deceased Name: Edith Reed
Your Name: Walter & Mary Graf
Email: wsmoky@tds.net
Message: The old saying To Love her is to know her. Even though the trips from Wi were few we did get to know Edith. We'll never forget her first hand shake. It was her hand, mine and then her hand. It was so warm. Edith had the connection with people of a angel. God Bless you Grandma Edith. Rest in peace with your sweet music surrounding you. Loved and missed by all that knew you.
Date: Nov. 2nd 2020
Family or Deceased Name: Edith Reed
Your Name: Deborah Brown
Email: amorosagold@gmail.com
Message: Edith was a dear friend and colleague who enriched my life tremendously with her wisdom. She was a trailblazer and a very accomplished piano teacher & composer, astrologer and Reiki Master. We met almost twenty years ago when she walked into my holistic center at Sunshine Health and became a part of the family there. I remember with gratitude the expansive conversations we had on the mysteries of life and the beyond. I was a student sitting at her knee wanting more and she was always happy to give it. I love you dearly Edith and my heart knows you have gone beyond the Rainbow Bridge into the Light of Love.
Until we meet again dear friend I'll remember you as a wise and humble soul. ~ Debbie
Date: 11/02/2020
Family or Deceased Name: Edith Reed
Your Name: Bob Pinney
Email: dlbob@aol.com
Message: I first met Edith in late 1998 over lunch with Sue in Parma, OH. Once she decided to move here she came to visit. We drove to the newly developing neighborhood where she ended up buying. It was just the 2nd house we looked at but even though it was only framed out she decided it was just what she wanted. It ended up being just perfect for her. I'll miss that hug & little smooch on the cheek that we exchanged with each visit and as we left for home. Edith was truly an amazing lady. God Bless her.
Date: Nov. 2, 2020
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