Martha Reed Obituary

Martha L. Reed, 81, of Morristown, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at her home.

She was born November 29, 1943, in Covington, the daughter of James and Mary (Bowles) Reynolds. On July 27, 1968, she married Richard Van Reed, and he preceded her in death on June 8, 1998.

Martha is survived by her daughters, Amanda Neal, Jeannie Reed and Hope Reed; sisters, Donna Jane Reynolds, Beverly Reynolds, Connie McIntyre, Maryann Bushman and Linda Batts; brother, Jim Reynolds; grandchildren, Britanny and Daniel; many great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to Richard, Martha was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Janet Autrey; brother, Baby Jackie; and grandson, Collin Richard Paul.

Martha received her Master’s degree in education from Indiana State University.

She retired in 1999 from Morristown High School, where she was a home economics teacher for 35 years.

Martha was a member of the Morristown Christian Church.

She was also a member of the Lion’s Club and the Sunshine Committee.

Martha loved teaching and playing cards with friends. She enjoyed raising children, not just her own, but anyone who needed love. Martha was a tremendous cook and could bribe anyone, to do yardwork or any other kind of work, by baking them her famous chocolate chip or peanut butter cookies.

Visitation will be from Noon to 2 pm, Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 124 E. North St. in Morristown.

Funeral services will follow.

Interment will be at Asbury Cemetery in Morristown.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Shelby County, PO Box 844, Shelbyville, IN 46176 or Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Indiana Chapter, 50 E. 91st St., Suite, 100, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240.

Online condolences may be shared with Martha’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.