Wednesday, April 13, 2022 10:45 am

Rodney "Rod" William Reedy, (69) of Ellenboro passed away April 3, 2022.

Rod was known for his workmanship as a skilled welder and equipment mechanic. He retired after twenty-seven years of service from Parton Lumber Company.

He was born May 23, 1953, in Pratt, Kansas, to the late Albert William Reedy and Wilma Ann Reedy.

Rod was preceded in death by his brother Ronald Parker Reedy.

Rod is survived by his wife of 17 years, Norma Jean Reedy, his brother Richard Reedy and his wife Judy of Oklahoma, one son Rev. Eric D. Reedy and wife Michelle of Polk Co., three daughters Jamie Lynn Starnes and husband, Jimmy of Rutherfordton. Pamela Phillips and Gary of Forest City and Beth Conner of Forest City, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren,

A funeral was held April 8 at Mountain View Baptist Church, Rutherfordton.