Michael J. Reda Sr., of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 90 years of age.
Michael was born in Alliance, OH, to the late Mike N. Reda and Mary Burson Reda. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Charles Reda and sister, Betty Klan.
Michael is survived by his wife of 65 years, Brunhilde (Hagler) Reda; sons, Ricky Reda (Beverly), Michael J. Reda Jr. (Michelle), Steven Reda (Elizabeth); grandchildren, Adam Reda (Jennifer), Dalton Reda (Justine), Kaycee Reda (Ben Drudy), Jonathan Reda (Amber), Allison Page (Wyatt); and great grandchildren, Tacoma Reda, Aria Reda, Eliza Reda, Jett Page, Waylon Reda, Kennedy Drudy, and Bennett Page (on the way).
Michael served his country in the US Army during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. His commendations include, the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Master Parachutist Badge, UN Service Medal, Good Conduct Award, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.
A Memorial Service will take place 1:00 PM Monday, January 6, 2025 at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West with full military honors.
Arrangements are entrusted to Neal Tarpley Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 645-6488.