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Jessie Reed Short

January 25, 1940 — June 10, 2018

Indianapolis, Indiana

Jessie “Reed” Short, 78, of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018. He was a loving husband, father, uncle and grandfather. Following his service in the United States Air Force, Reed started a roofing career at Sink & Edwards Roofing. In 1978 he joined his brother and became Guaranteed Roofing, Inc. He was a 61 year member of the Roofers Union Local #119. He was a devoted member and elder of the South Keystone Church of Christ. Reed leaves behind his loving wife of almost 57 years, Sue (Sanders); 2 daughters Wendy Short; Peggy Gregerson and husband (Gerry) and 1 son Michael Short and wife (Tonya); 3 sisters and 1 brother; 5 grandchildren; and a host of many relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated to South Keystone Church of Christ, 3802 S Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227, or a charity of your choice.

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Visitation

Monday, June 18, 2018

1:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Community Life Center at Washington Park East Cemetery

10612 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, June 19, 2018

11:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

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10612 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229

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