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Reedy -- Jeannette Catherine Reedy, born April 7, 1910 in Farmersville, OH, died November 11, 1998. First born and first to join her heavenly father of seven children born to Nora Askins Reedy and Raymond Leroy Reedy. She is survived by three brothers, Leonard Reedy and wife, Janice of Middletown, OH, Luther Reedy of Palmetto, FL, and Donald Reedy of Bokeelia, FL; three sisters, Virginia Hassen of Las Vegas, NV, Ruby Lange and husband, Fred of Ft. Meyers, FL, and Phyllis Young of Albuquerque. Jeannette had no children of her own, but was a very adored and beloved aunt to all her nieces and nephews, and a warm and loving friend to many. Before moving to Albuquerque in 1945 because of her mother's health, Jeannette was employed as a supervisor at the telephone company in Dayton, OH. Here she attended Browning Business School and completed an accounting course with LaSalle University in Illinois. She worked first in direct sales and then as a bookkeeper for several companies and a seasonal federal employee. Jeannette was a member of St. Timothy's Evangelical Lutheran Church where she served on the council and chaired the Hospitality Committee for 25 years. She was a member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority and held local and state offices. Miss Reedy was also a member of Parliamentarians. Her interests were many and varied, one of her favorites being gourmet cooking. She entertained family and friends with her lavish cuisine and was generous in sharing cooking secrets and recipes. Jeannette's life was a model of Christian devotion to her church, family and friends. Memorial services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Timothy's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE, with Pastor Jonathan Holmer officiating. Interment of cremains will take place in Ohio. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Timothy's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE 87106. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.Jeannette dear There was a cheer The very year You did appear For Mom and Pop to love you Jeannette dear Brothers and sisters you hear As we draw near To whisper in your ear How much we love you Jeannette dear Always you can hear Nieces and nephews dear Their voices ringing clear Saying they love you Jeannette dear Do not fear And dry your tear It's another great year For all of us to love you. And we do!Phyllis Reedy Young April 7, 1998
        Published on: Sun November 15, 1998