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Walter Ernest Reed beloved by many entered into eternal rest on May 21, 2022, at 10:30 am at his residence in Baton Rouge. He was born on December 6, 1938 to the late Ruth Mae and Ernest Reed in New Orleans, LA. He was the husband of Mrs. Shirley Mae Russell-Reed. Walter was a product of New Orleans Public Schools and later became a member of the United States Air Force where he received an honorable discharge. Walter was a Remote Truck Driver for many years. He also was a Creative Craftmen and worked as the train conductor at City Park known as "Mr. Choo Choo". He was an avid and faithful Dallas Cowboys fan. Walter was blessed with a large and loving family that will cherish his memories forever. He is survived by his loving wife Mrs. Shirley Mae Russell-Reed. 3 Sons Charles A Reed Sr. (Joyce), Merritt Myles, and Art Russell (Lynette). 6 Daughters Charlotte Hyde, Zina Batiste (Maurice), Shirley Kim Russell, Consuella Russell, Aleta Russell (Willie Tarver) and Addie Russell. 1 Mother in Law Addie Ford Moore. 3 nieces, Stephanie Chesterfield, Ruth Ann Chesterfield, and Lynda Banks (Wayne). 2 Nephews Errol Chesterfield (Lisa) and George Chesterfield (Linda). 18 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren, and a host of other loving nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by parents Ruth Mae Reed and Ernest Reed, sister Mary Ann Reed Chesterfield-Ridley, Daughter, Ruth Russell, 2 Grandsons, Charles A Reed Jr. and Kedrick Russell. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Services at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave on Monday, June 6, 2022. Visitation at 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Funeral Service 9:00 am-10:00 am. Interment will immediately follow at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Dr., Slidell, LA 70460. Due to Covid-19, all attendees are required to wear face masks. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com (http://www.rhodesfuneral.com) to sign the online guestbook.
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