A Chesterfield man born in Hampton has been killed in Iraq.
The Dept. of Defense says Sgt. Jeffrey A. Reed, 23, died March 2 after being wounded when his vehicle was struck by a grenade in Taji, Iraq. He was assigned to the 411th Military Police Company, 720th Military Police Battalion, 89th Military Police Brigade, Fort Hood, Texas.
Reed, who was married, was a 2004 graduate of Lloyd C. Bird High School in Chesterfield. The sergeant is survived by his wife, mother, father, sister and a brother - who is a chemical weapons specialist serving in Afghanistan.
You don't know me but I have a connection to Sgt. Reed. It has been over three years since my tour in Iraq ended and there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of him. See, I was the lead medic on the table when he came to our clinic on Camp Taji. I am with the 28th Inf. Div. PANG 56th SBCT. I'm also a civilian paramedic who reenlisted to take my civilian skills to the battlefield.
I want to express my condolences to the family and say I'm sorry, I tried.
328medic 4 months ago
Sgt Reed was a meaning of a true NCO. It was an honor and a privalage to work with you Jeff. Your impact was great on all the soldiers you were around. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace jeff.. i miss ya
CrazyJoemp 1 year ago
Jeff was a sharp sergeant, always looking out for his soldiers. RIP Sgt. Reed, it was a privelege to work with you.
Jamesv187 2 years ago
Jeff you were a great friend and one of the best soldiers I've ever known... i really miss ya and I'll never forget you... RIP
claird13 2 years ago
My thoughts and Prayers to the Reed Family and Friends. May he R.I.P. He will NOT be forgotten.
thank you to ALL the Brave Men and Women who serve !
Bonesey007 3 years ago
My heart goes out to the entire Reed Family. Jeff will surely be missed! I am glad that he was a part of my life. Shari
berriblues 3 years ago
Jeff was a great friend of my husbands....he was a very loved man....he will be greatly missed RIP jeff
ccoop1976 3 years ago