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Myer "Butch" Stratton Reed, Jr.
04/08/1947 - 10/16/2025
Myer Stratton Reed Jr. (Butch), age 78, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away peacefully at his home on October 16, 2025, of natural causes.
He was born on April 8, 1947, in Petersburg, Virginia, to the late Myer Stratton Reed Sr. and Evelyn Virginia (Gee) Reed.
Myer went to school at La Crosse Elementary and Park View High School in South Hill, Virginia, and later attended Tulane University. He went on to earn his doctorate degree in sociology from the College of William & Mary.
He dedicated his career to education, serving as a college professor at Radford University in Radford, Virginia, where he inspired countless students through his passion for learning and thoughtful mentorship.
On September 18, 2014, Myer married William Earl King, with whom he shared a loving and devoted partnership.
Myer had a lifelong appreciation for antiques and enjoyed spending his time exploring their history and craftsmanship.
He was predeceased by his sister, Betty Norton. He is survived by his niece, Janice Hovik, and his brother-in-law, Roy Norton.
Myer will be remembered for his warmth, intellect, and kindness. His legacy will live on in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
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Family
So very sorry to hear of Butch’s passing. Prayers of peace and comfort for the family.♥️🙏
Mr.
I will love and miss you forever. We had a wonderful life together. Rest in peace.
I am a Park View High School classmate who remembers Butch in high school. Our class recently celebrated our 60th anniversary and we missed Butch. He joined us in 2015 for that reunion. We was so wonderful to visit with him and his partner then.
Park Virw High School
Butch was with us in 2015 for the 55th reunion of our graduation from P.V. We got to meet his charming partner, and we renewed our friendship with Butch. I send my condolences to his partner.