Kenny Allen Reed, age 60, passed away peacefully at his home on July 25, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on November 24, 1965, in Ceres, California.
Kenny was a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and a friend to many. He was the kind of person who was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. His generous heart, warm personality, and willingness to help others will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Kenny was married to the love of his life, Heather Reed of Sonora, for 42 years. Together, they built a life filled with love, family, hard work, and countless memories.
Kenny had many passions throughout his life. He loved hunting and fishing of all kinds and could often be found enjoying the outdoors. He took great pride in working on his classic cars, especially his 1966 Chevelle and 1967 Camaro, along with the many other vehicles he enjoyed restoring and working on.
He also loved bringing people together. Kenny enjoyed hosting BBQs with friends and family, where good food, laughter, and stories were always plentiful. Cooking was another one of his great joys, and he especially loved making his famous sweets and sharing them with the people he loved.
Kenny took tremendous pride in his flooring company and in the work he did. He was a hardworking man who valued doing a job well and taking care of the people around him. His dedication to his work was a reflection of the pride and determination he carried throughout his life.
Kenny is preceded in death by Billie Jean Reed and Howard Shaw.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 42 years, Heather Reed of Sonora; and his four children, Jessica Cordell of Ceres and her husband, Gary Cordell; Jereme Adams of Coos Bay, Oregon; Joshua Reed of Jamestown; and Justina Reed of Valley Springs.
He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Gwynn Cordell and Khloe Cordell of Ceres, Skyler Adams and Ruthie Adams, of Roseburg, Oregon.
Kenny’s family and friends will remember him for his generous spirit, his love of the outdoors, his passion for classic cars, his cooking, his hard work, and most of all, his love for his family. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories that will be treasured forever.
Though Kenny’s passing leaves an empty place in the hearts of those who loved him, his spirit will live on through his family, the stories they share, the traditions he created, and the countless lives he touched.
Kenny will be deeply missed and forever loved.
Rest peacefully, Kenny.
