John Alan Reed passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2026 at the age of 57. Born in Austin, Texas, on June 10, 1969, John dedicated his life to serving his community and cherishing time with those he loved.
John proudly served as a Senior Trooper for the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) from 01/01/1994 -06/10/2019 with a Master’s Peace Officer License. With over 25 years in law enforcement, his dedication, integrity, and commitment to public safety left a lasting mark on the state of Texas and all who had the privilege of working alongside him.
Beyond his career in law enforcement, John was an avid outdoorsman who found peace and joy in nature. Whether he was camping under the stars or spending a quiet moment playing guitar or fishing, he was happiest outdoors surrounded by the natural beauty of the state he loved and served.
John is survived by his son, Garrett Reed, daughter-in-law Liza; his stepdaughter, Ashlea Reed; his loving parents, James and Rosalie Reed; and his siblings, Gina Douglas (her husband Randy), and James Reed, Jr. (his partner Barbara). He also leaves behind two loving nieces, Michelle Hawkins and Kristie Hawkins, a great-niece Kaci Landes-Duncan and great-nephew Tanner Landes. He is preceded in death by niece's Julie Hawkins-Edison and Stephanie Hawkins. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and fellow troopers.
A special thank you to all his loving caregivers, especially Darling Sugey Cortez Molinares; Compassus Hospice; San Gabriel Rehabilitation and Care Center; St. David’s Hospital, Georgetown and Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital in Round Rock, Williamon County Sheriff’s Department, Williamson County EMS and Williamson County Firefighters. Thank you to his fellow Troopers that stood proudly by his side over the years and in his last days, especially Kathy Garcia Romero for her help with coordinating and communicating and all his former partners with whom he shared so many treasured memories and never-ending action-packed stories.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with visitation starting at 1:00 PM, at Cook-Walden Capital Parks located at 14501N Interstate Hwy 35, Pflugerville, TX 78660.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's memory to one of the following organizations: copline.org, leoaa.org and warriorsheart.com.
