Leon Paul "Jack" Reed

Leon Paul "Jack" Reed, 86, of Lubbock, Texas passed away February 10, 2024. Leon was born December 2, 1937 in Hale County, TX to Paul and Margaret Reed. Leon married Myrna "Booty" McLarty on November 17, 1957 in Anton, Texas. He was a member of St. Matthew United Methodist Church. Leon retired from Excel Energy (formerly Southwestern Public Service - SPS) after 36 rewarding years. Loved ones include his wife of 66 years, Myrna "Booty" Reed; daughter Gina Hayes and husband, Robert; brother, Leonard Reed; grandsons, Lucas, Derek and Carson Hayes; great-grandson, Kashton Hayes. Preceded in death by his parents and son, Gregory Paul Reed. Leon proudly served his country in both the United States Naval Reserve and Active duty in the United States Air Force. He was a member of the Masonic Blue Lodge 709 in Plainview, Texas and was an officer in Chapter 228. He was a Thrice Illustrious Master of Council 164. Leon was Knighted a Companion of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, a Knight of Malta, a Knight Templar, and a member of Plainview Commandery No. 53. He was a Master of the Royal Secret of the 32 Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Lubbock, TX. He held the title of Knight York Cross of Honour and High Priest. Leon was also very active in the Boy Scouts of America and was a Scout Master for Plainview youth for 20 plus years. He holds the George Meany Award, which was the top award in Boy Scouting and has his Award of Merit and Scouters Key. He was a Commissioner of Haynes District Boy Scouts and was a vigil member of the Order of the Arrow. Leon loved traveling around the country in their Avion RV with his wife. They spent countless vacations and holidays with their family and friends. He especially relished time fishing with his grandsons and buddies and often fried up delicious batches of catfish. The family will receive friends at Sanders Funeral Home Friday, February 16, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. A celebration of his life will be 1:00 PM Saturday, February 17, 2024 in Sanders Memorial Chapel with Pastor Todd Sons officiating. Graveside services will follow at the Anton, TX Cemetery. Please celebrate the life of Leon by visiting www.sandersfuneralhome.com. A webcast of services will be available as well as an online guest book. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Anton Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 413, Anton TX 79313

Leon Paul "Jack" Reed

December 2, 1937 - February 10, 2024