Jessie “Reed” Short Obituary
Jessie “Reed” Short
Indianapolis – 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.
The visitation will be held at the Community Life Center at Washington Park East Cemetery, 10612 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, on Monday, June 18, from 1 pm – 8 pm and Tuesday, June 19, from 10 am – 11 am with services starting at 11 am and burial immediately following. 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. Services entrusted to Flanner Buchanan – Washington Park East.
Published in the The Indianapolis Star on June 14, 2018