Otis Reed

Birth date: Nov 18, 1957 Death date: Oct 30, 2010

Otis was born November 18, 1957 in Arkansas. He was the eldest son of Otis Reed, Sr. (Oakland, CA) and Mrs. Dorothy Reed (Tacoma). The family then moved to Tacoma, Washington, where Otis completed his early education and graduated Read Obituary

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Anonymous

777w ago

To Otis's family - I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing how much Otis was loved by friends, coworkers and community members. To live and leave your positive mark on others is a life well lived. Otis just didn't get to do it long enough. I worked at PT and got to know Otis for just a few years but respected and enjoyed his sparkling personality and way of helping people smile and calm down if things got too intense. I enjoyed his DJ work at the bus ROADEOs. Otis always looked so nice, well-groomed and polished. Complimenting him would get a great smile! I was shocked to learn of his passing. I will hold his memory dear and be inspired by his kind ways. I can only wish that I could be as good a person as he has been.##imported-begin##Jean Stillwell##imported-end##

Anonymous

778w ago

On behalf of Auntie Pearl and family in Los Angeles, CA, we send our Condolence
in the memory of our nephew and first cousin Otis, Jr. Praying your strength in the Lord and remember GOD has the final say in our live. Love Ya and GOD BLESS##imported-begin##Erma Dean Thurman##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

I only knew Otis since 2005, but in the 5yrs that I did know him, he truly touched my life and the life of my son Demetri. He said that I was all over the board and a little bit too much for him, but he would always end up calling me to help him with his facebook, or myspace page, or wanted me to help him get organized I will never forget him. To Otis's family, thanks so much for sharing him with us. May GOD bless you and keep you during this time of mourning. He will truly be miss.##imported-begin##Kimberley Parnell##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

Although I met Otis when I came to PT 12 years ago it was not until I entered this special space that Otis, Diane, Lennie and I called an office that the fun began. When I was going to the bank Otis would always want $7.20. One day I made a 7 dollar bill for him. It was on his wall until he moved to Building 5 and left me to be the last of our foursome to remain in our space. My candy bowl never had KitKats. They were saved for Otis. After Interoffice mail brought KitKats to Otis in building 5 I heard Ã¢â‚¬Å“Yeah KitKatÃ¢â‚¬Â in the hallway every time we met. I had the privilege of informing PT of OtisÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ passing. It was the one last thing that I could help him with. OtisÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ smile and love will never fade from our hearts.##imported-begin##Laural Curry##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

You were a good neighbor and friend. I will miss you calling me your "Little Sis" and i thought of you as my "Big Brother" as you always looked out for me and had my back. I will miss your beautiful smile that you always had on your face whenever i saw you. May god watch over you in heaven.

Love from your "Little Sis" from Howe Street##imported-begin##K##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

I had been a coworker with Otis for about 30 years at PT, he always had a smile and kind words. My memory of "Big O" will be, that he was the best shuttle driver, and had a big heart for those who needed assistance to get from place to place, but God has another mission for him now and he can rest in His arms in peace. I will miss him but will see him in Heaven. May God's peace be with Otis's family during this difficult time for them. A Good friend of "Big O", Lonnie Shaw and Wife Liz.##imported-begin##Lonnie & Liz Shaw##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

To Mother (Dorothy, and siblings) My heart grieves for the family of Otis Reed at this time. He was always a genuine and sincere friend. He always had the ability to make you feel loved, and he acted like a big brother to me. He gave sound advice as a friend, Otis had a heart of gold, and true wisdom. I hold in my heart good honest memories of Otis through Jr High, and hanging out at the house and staying over with Darlene. Even in High School, and into adulthood. He is and was a true and sincere friend and man. His memories will live on in our hearts.##imported-begin##Sandra Bell Neal##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

I am grateful I had the chance to call Otis my friend. We worked together at Pierce Transit over the past nineteen years. I had so much fun teasing him and I know it was even more fun for him, the torture he gave me! The best of which I will never forget, the day he duct taped me to a chair, wheeled me outside, and left me in the middle of the crosswalk. I have so many memories to cherish, life will never be the same without his luminous smile. I know you are happy where you are I just wish, selfishly Otis, you were still her with us. I will miss you always. With much love and great sadness##imported-begin##Teri Bartle##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

I was blessed to get to know Otis over the last six months of his life. Otis always had a way of making me smile and laugh. He was truely a gift from GOD! He wil be terribly missed but I know that Heaven is smiling as they have just received a remarkeable soul. My condolences to his family and all his friends.##imported-begin##Jodie Moody##imported-end##

Anonymous

779w ago

Dear Reed Family,
As if it were yesterday, I can remember the moment I met Otis. It was 20+ years ago at the State Public Transportation Conference and Roadeo. We've been buddies ever since. Otis was both a state and national Roadeo winner! His skill as a professional Operator helped put Washington State on the state and national Roadeo maps. His training workshops at the Conference were among the best as well. Otis was my "go to" guy when I needed specialized transportation expertise. Otis Reed Jr. was a true Champion! (Otis, you've always been a Wall of Fame Honoree in my book!)

Through the years Otis and I shared grandkid stories, pizza, his first trip to Safeco Field, a trip to the mountain, dancing, karoake (I sang, he cringed), teasing/laughing, our November birthdays, resume writing, preparing applications and work. Otis even helped install my antique claw foot tub!

I'm deeply saddened by Otis' untimely passing and will miss him forever. My heartfelt condolences go out to your entire family. Thank you for sharing Otis!

Love and prayers,
Who D Who,
Patsy Nedrow
Olympia##imported-begin##Patsy Nedrow##imported-end##

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