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“Grandma. I learned so much from you, And you provided even more in a time when I needed it the most. And you never asked for anything in return....Read More »
1 of 27 | Posted by: Ed Kieffer - Grandson

“Nana, My flowers are starting to bloom. The ones you planted with your own hands. How special those flowers will be to me. When I see pictures of us...Read More »
2 of 27 | Posted by: Deanna Wiseman - Herndon, PA

“Happy Easter in Heaven. How could it be anything else but happy. You are with Jesus and all those who have gone before. We love you ”
3 of 27 | Posted by: Evelyn Campbell - daughter

“Love you dearly and missing you ”
4 of 27 | Posted by: Evelyn - daughter

“years ago I remember mom saying that she wondered why you never hear a Bobwhite sing anymore. I remember hearing them when I was a young girl but not...Read More »
5 of 27 | Posted by: charlotte - herndon, PA

“Nana: what a master piece! she was the most kindest loving person i ever knew. memories! i remember on her 99th. bday i gave her a card and in it i...Read More »
6 of 27 | Posted by: keith campbell - grandson

“My heart is so grateful for such a wonderful family and one of those special ones was Nanna. I know that she prayed me through many things. We live...Read More »
7 of 27 | Posted by: Sherri Geissinger - Reedsville, PA

“Mom, oh God how I miss you ., I want to comb your hair one more time. I want to read the bible for you and play the piano. I need one of your hugs. I...Read More »
8 of 27 | Posted by: charlotte - herndon, PA

“Nana, It's Palm Sunday. It was around Easter time when Pappy passed away. Now you're together again. I miss sitting across from you at the kitchen...Read More »
9 of 27 | Posted by: Deanna Wiseman - Herndon, PA

“Yesterday I walked back to the cemetary and put some flowers on your grave and sang to you. I'm so glad you are finally with Jesus even though Iam...Read More »
10 of 27 | Posted by: Evelyn - dauther

“I was so sorry to hear of your passing. I know that Evelyn will miss you. I remember all the time that I spent at your home in Reading. I remember...Read More »
11 of 27 | Posted by: Helen Houck - Reading, PA

“Nana, Thank you for the wonderful example you set for us. I admire you and really look up to you! I love you and miss you! I loved sitting and...Read More »
12 of 27 | Posted by: Heidi Hunsberger

“I miss you Nanna. You were such an inspiration. You loved our Lord and your family. You were such a wonderful, caring person putting others ahead of...Read More »
13 of 27 | Posted by: Lori Hunsberger - Granddaughter

“Nana, Last evening around sunset Jeff and I went to your resting place to put a rose on your grave. You have a beautiful view of the river, way up on...Read More »
14 of 27 | Posted by: Deanna Wiseman - Herndon, PA

“Today is Thursday and I'm missing you. Love you ”
15 of 27 | Posted by: Evelyn Campbell - daughter

“mom I'm so glad you are rejoicing in the arms of Jesus. I know Dad and Albert & Gloria are surely glad to see you. We love you dearly and will...Read More »
16 of 27 | Posted by: Evelyn Campbell - daughter

“Dearest Charlotte, Deanna, and families, What a loving tribute you all are to your mother and nana. You took such good care of her as she aged, we'll...Read More »
17 of 27 | Posted by: Ken & Wendy Etzweiler - ME

“Nana, You were a "Masterpiece" painted by God and you will always hang in the gallery of my heart. ”
18 of 27 | Posted by: Deanna Wiseman - Herndon, PA

“My heart is conflicted as i mourn the loss of this gentle loving presence in my life bur joyful to know that she is resting in the arms of her Lord....Read More »
19 of 27 | Posted by: donn snyder - Phoenix, AZ

“MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY, BUT FIND PIECE IN KNOWING SHE IS WITH HER LORD NOW ”
20 of 27 | Posted by: TOMMY hOGGE - GRATZ, PA

“My mother loved the Lord. One of my earliest memories is sitting on her lap as she taught her Sunday School class. She taught for 33 years. I...Read More »
21 of 27 | Posted by: CHARLOTTE - HERNDON, PA

“i'M SORRY TO SAY MY MOTHER PASSED AWAY BUT WE WILL MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN SOME SWEET DAY ”
22 of 27 | Posted by: charlotte - Herndon, PA

“When I was little I always thought angels were gonna be like Nana.White hair , smileing, and soft spoken . I remeber her cooking on a wood burning...Read More »
23 of 27 | Posted by: Lee Reed - Ft Myers , FL

“I am so sorry to here about Nana's passing. I loved her very much and all of you as well. I cherish the days I spent with Nana when I lived with Lee...Read More »
24 of 27 | Posted by: Brenda Reed Whidden - Clewiston, FL

“sorry to say we lost our nana, mother, grandmother, great grandmother,g grandmother and prayer warrior. ”
25 of 27 | Posted by: charlotte - herndon, PA

“We all know how nanna was and how much of an inspiration she was to so many people. Hopefully that inspiration will carry on in us. Always remember...Read More »
26 of 27 | Posted by: Deb Boyer - granddaughter

“Nanna will always be remembered for her gentle ways,the kindness she showed to others. Her homemade cookies and pies, her smile,hugs and kisses. But...Read More »
27 of 27 | Posted by: Dianne Mace - Dalmatia, PA


After 102 years and 109 days, the life of Mrs. Clara (Bohner) A. Reed, Herndon, PA, began in Heaven. She passed away Thursday, March 18th, 2010 peacefully at Sunbury Community Hospital, , PA. Clara was born in Jackson Twp, on November 28, 1907, the daughter of the late Franklin and Verdilla (Heintzelman) Bohner. She was the widow of the late Emory Reed. She was a charter member of Grace Community Church Herndon, PA, and a member of the Senior Action Center.

Clara is survived by two daughters, Evelyn Campbell of Herndon, PA; Charlotte Byerly of Herndon, PA. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emory Reed; one son, Albert Reed; eight sisters, Tamie Bobb, Kate Zeiders, Maggie Engle, Mable Schrawder, Meda Snyder, Ida Bohner, Elma Bohner, and Eva Brown; and by two brothers, Fred Bohner and Russel Bohner.

Friends are invited to call Monday 1-2PM. at Grace Community Church. Religious Service at Grace Community Church, Herndon R.D., PA, at 2PM on Monday, March 22nd, with Rev. Gerald Evens officiating. Interment at Herndon Cemetery Inc., PA

James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest book visit, www.reedfh.com