Robert R. Reed

October 25, 1925 - January 6, 2015

Robert R. Reed, 89, of Manteno, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 6, 2015) at Presence St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee. He was born Oct. 25, 1925, in Kankakee, the son of Charles "Budd" and Laura Fette Reed. Robert married Juanita St. Aubin on April 25, 1953, at St. Joseph Church in Manteno. She preceded him in death. Mr. Reed served in the U.S. Army. Bob owned Budds Inn in Manteno, worked at Manteno State Hospital and then the Veterans Administration. He also was a township clerk for 33 years. He was named 2002 Civilian of the Year, was a historical society member, Manteno American Legion Post 755 member and a beloved husband and father. He was a member of Manteno Presbyterian Church, enjoyed singing, taking care of his daughter, Alice Raye, watching the Cubs and Jeff Gordon, going to the Legion Hall and checking out the Village of Manteno. Surviving are his daughter, Alice Raye, of Manteno; brother-in-law, Ray and Judy St. Aubin; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were four sisters; two brothers; his parents; and one nephew. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at Manteno Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. Jack McCormick officiating. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, also at the church. Cremation rites will be accorded. Memorials may be made to the family wishes.