Lemuel Turner Reed Jr. age 86 of Newton Falls entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home. Lemuel was born on March 15, 1931 in Bridgeport, WV the son of Lemuel Turner & Canna (Newlon) Reed Sr. He has lived in Newton Falls for the past 12 years, formerly of South Carolina and Florida. Lemuel married the former Mary Dorothy Yaratch on July 29, 1950. Lemuel and Mary were blessed with 66 years of marriage before her passing on August 25, 2016. Lemuel worked as a pipe fitter at GM Lordstown in the 60s and 70s. He then became the Zoning Inspector for New Smyrna Beach, FL. Lemuel was a veteran of the US Airforce. He was a member of the Newton Falls First Church of God. He loved country music and played the steel, base and lead guitar. Loving memories of Lemuel will be carried on by his daughters; Nancy (David) Sharps of Southington, Sandra Grimm-Reed of Southington, sons; Lemuel (Donna) Reed III of Cocoa, FL, Thomas Reed of Newton Falls, Brian (Cheree) Reed of Oak Hill, FL, brother Wayne Reed of New Smyrna Beach, FL, 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son Gary Reed. Per Lemuel's wishes there will be no calling hours or services. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444 (330)872-5440. Family & friends may view Lemuel's obituary online and to send condolences to his family, please visit www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com.