Viola Reed

She was born August 8, 1929 in Fleischmanns the daughter of the late Harley and Florence (Caniff) Haynes.

Viola graduated from Treadwell Central School.

On May 7, 1948, Viola married Leo W. Reed in Oneonta. Leo predeceased her on August 5, 2009.

For 21 years while raising her own children, Viola operated a daycare in her home. She and Leo also owned and operated their own custodial service.

Viola’s passion was her family. She loved and cherished spending time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and even her great-great grandson.

Viola is survived by her 3 children, Robert Reed of Oneonta, Marilyn and Choral Mattison of Milford and Debra and Doug Allen of Oneonta; 7 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren and 1 great grandson due in April; 1 great-great grandson; sister, Mary Tettamont of Clinton; half brother, Ted Bundy of Florida; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter-in-law, Linda Reed and brother, Jack Haynes.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 26, 2017 in the Bookhout Funeral Home, 357 Main Street, Oneonta from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. A graveside service will be held in the spring in the Oneonta Plains Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Susquehanna SPCA, 4845 State Highway 28, Cooperstown, New York 13326.

To light a candle or send an online condolence please visit www.bookhoutfuneralhome.com

Funeral arrangements are by the Bookhout Funeral Home of Oneonta.