James Vernon "Bummer" Reed, 87, of Hustonville passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021.  Born August 4, 1933, he was the son of Roscoe and Adelia Peyton Reed.  James has farmed, driven a school bus, owned and operated Reed's Grocery, and owned and operated a sawmill with his brother, S.C. Reed.  He was a member of Ellisburg Baptist Church.

James was preceded in death by his brothers: S.C. Reed, Robert Reed, and Ralph Reed and sisters: Mossie Reed, Iona Murphy, Pina Overstreet, and baby, Elizabeth. He also had 16 nieces and nephews.

Among his survivors are three nieces that checked on him and assisted with his care: Barb (AC) Richards of Hustonville, Brenda (David) Watson of Erlanger, and Carolyn (Brian) Walker of IN.

Visitation is 11am-1pm Wednesday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will follow at 1 pm with Bro. Bud Stidham officiating.  Burial is in Hustonville Cemetery.  A Guestbook is available at www.wlpruitt.com