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Brian Killingsworth posted a condolence
Friday, May 21, 2021
I consider Coach Reed more than a coach, but he was more like a father figure to me. I am incredibly blessed to have been coached by him at both Shorecrest Prep and in the Cape Cod League with the Wareham Gatemen. My parents got divorced prior to my senior year of high school and Coach Reed took me in and pushed me harder then I had ever been pushed. He taught me how to set outrageous goals and then exceed them. He helped me convert to a catcher and there was no better teacher of the art of catching than Coach Reed. He always took time to throw extra batting practice and he loved the "power strap" that really gave me confidence. I loved every one of his stories and even if I already knew the ending of about 90% of the baseball stories he told, I cherished every word each and every time.
I got to see firsthand how beloved he was in Cape Cod. He pushed the Wareham Gatemen hard and we attacked every game in that summer league as it was Game 7 of the World Series. He coached us to winning the Cape Cod League Championship in 1997 and that is one of my fondest memories playing baseball. He wore that championship ring with so much pride.
I admired his relationship with his incredible wife, Shirley. He always rushed home to see her after baseball camps and games and you could see how he made her a priority in his life.
Coach Reed taught me so much more than the game of baseball, he taught me how to be a MAN. I will continue to tell my three sons the stories of Coach Don Reed and pass along his baseball legacy to the next generation.
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Matthew Lord posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Loved talking with Coach Don at Suncoast Fitness and am very sad to hear of his passing. He was such a kind man, always cheerful to talk with and will be truly missed by all of us who worked out at Suncoast Fitness in the mornings. His baseball knowledge was incredible. May God Bless the Reed family with peace. In sympathy, Matt Lord
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Stu Pirc posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, May 8, 2021
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The Pirc family would like to send our deepest condolences to the entire Reed family. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers as Don will surely be missed. Thinking of the positive impact that you’ve had on the thousands of lives over the years! Selfishly Coach Tony is happy he’s got his sidekick back in baseball heaven. Thank you for being such great friends, from our family to yours. Truly Blessed! Ken, Jeanne, Brandy, Stuart, Bob Pirc
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Joan lander posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
With warm memories of Don and Shirley especially in LCC Bible classes and Don sharing baseball stories from his large inventory of happenings.
With prayers
Joan and Rich Lander
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Steve Parini posted a condolence
Saturday, April 24, 2021
Hey Jeff,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.
Take care,
Steve Parini
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Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Tom Zucco posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Sitting in the locker room at Suncoast Fitness, talking about the Cape Cod League or the Cubs or the Rays. "I gotta tell ya ..." Don would say. He had a thousand baseball stories. He never said anything bad about anyone, never complained about his knees or his back, and never forgot to swing by and say hello. Don reminded me in many ways of my dad. A kind, gentle, decent man who always made you smile. What an honor to have known him.
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Denice Higman posted a condolence
Monday, April 19, 2021
We were so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. We attended adult Bible Study under the leadership of Pastor Jerry Straszheim with Don and Shirley and others for many years at Lutheran Church of the Cross. It was a joy to attend classes with Don and we always appreciated his insights.
Our prayers are with Shirley and the family.
Much Love, Dave and Denice Higman
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Monday, April 19, 2021
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Kevin & Karen Alderman planted a tree in memory of Coach Don Reed
Monday, April 19, 2021
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Paul Sibley posted a condolence
Monday, April 19, 2021
He was one of the best. At Shorecrest with Bobby Thigpen '98-'00 he taught me how to be a better player and a better man. I could still hear his voice in my head when I went on to play in college, more so than my college coach. One thing I always remember is going over to his house in Venetian Isles to look at video of college and major league pitchers and look at recorded video of myself to work on certain mechanics. Shirley would offer me lemonade and his dogs would want to be rubbed on the couch. He cared about his players non stop. The baseball world lost a big one last week. You'll be missed Coach!
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John Gibbons posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, April 19, 2021
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Don was the best coach I ever played for, totally dedicated and detail oriented. If it was raining and you had practice, he had rubber coated baseballs to practice bunting in the outfield. I remember after practice Shirley and the boys would be there so be could practice with Curt and Jeff. Between he and Tom Bertino, they were Joliet Colt League at Ingalls Park. They are both gone now, but will never be forgotten by the many that they influenced.
Thanks for the time I had with him
Buzz Gibbons
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Peggy (Kweiser) Robidoux posted a condolence
Sunday, April 18, 2021
Lorrie (and family), please accept my sincere condolences regarding the death of your father. I remember your dad as being a coach with high, but realistic, expectations of each of the boys/young men he coached. He could be quite vocal at times, and there was more than one occasion where I honestly thought his passionate ‘opinion’ would decalcify the spine of the strongest umpire. He had a good eye for natural talent, but also recognized lesser talent coupled with the zeal to improve. I also remember how he tended and groomed the lawn at your house on Cassie Drive to rival the best baseball field turf. He was a good leader, both for family (with your mother always there to bring out his softer side) and for the many boys and men he coached. May God bless him.
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Sunday, April 18, 2021
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Great coach Mr.Reed Rest In Peace. Dan Pesavento
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Perry Fonseca posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, April 18, 2021
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Reed family you have my deepest sympathy for your loss
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Lou Gale posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, April 17, 2021
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Rest In Peace- best coach I ever had !! Lou Gale
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John Randich posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, April 17, 2021
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Condolences to the entire family of Coach Reed! He was a dedicated baseball coach who loved to teach the game to many here in Joliet, IL! RIP Coach!
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Joanne Papesh posted a condolence
Friday, April 16, 2021
Lorrie, So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I enjoyed coming to your house when we were in high school. He was always very friendly. Such a nice man. My condolences to your family. Joanne Papesh
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Friday, April 16, 2021
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Coach Reed gave a lot of young men some wonderful memories. Thoughts and prayer to the entire family of a very giving man.
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James Evans posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
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Our deepest sympathies to Don’s family. My son had the honor of calling him coach. He’s truly a one of a kind. My son misses him greatly. Truly blessed for the time we had with him. Though the young men he coached his legacy lives on.
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