View this Videotribute Mr. Paul Arnold Reed, Sr. age 65, of Laurel Springs, NC died Saturday, November 24, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Reed was born May 13, 1942 in Ashe County to the late William and Virgie Carson Reed. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers; Bob and Tom Reed. Mr. Reed attended Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Mr. Reed enjoyed talking walks and spending time with his grandchildren. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Doug Diamond and Rev. Bobby Phillips. Burial will follow in the Reed Family Cemetery in Laurel Springs. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 27th from 6:00-8:00 PM at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Reed is survived by: One son: Paul Arnold Reed, Jr of Laurel Springs, NC One Daughter: Kelly Reed Johnson and husband Roland of Laurel Springs, NC Two sisters: Zell Ballou of Kannapolis, NC and Mary Marmie of Laurel Springs, NC Four Grandchildren: Adam and Alan Reed and Virginia and Calvin Johnson Several nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.