Betty Jean Reed

Betty Jean Reed, 89, of Akron, passed away on March 9, 2020. She was born on March 26, 1930 to the late Archie and Cora Jackson. Betty spent most of her career at KMart on Darrow Rd. She was instrumental in the opening of the store and retired as a manager. Betty was the rock of her family. Everyone knew they could turn to her for advice, love, and support. Even people outside of her family knew her as "Grandma Betty". She will be truly missed by everyone who knew her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughters, Sue Hampton and Michelle Candle; and great-grandson, Siris Starcher. She is survived by her loving daughters, Linda (Dean) Harriman and Vickie Smith; brother, Dan (Sandy) Jackson; grandchildren, Charles Hall, Kelly Boone, and Vanessa Vistell; great-grandchildren, Brittany Metzler, Eric Lichtenberger Jr., Joseph Robertson III, and Piper Robertson; several great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the services for Betty have been postponed. Updated information will be posted as soon as it is available.