Thinking of you and your family today.

John, so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Dr. Adrienne Gunstream has told me some wonderful stories of their friendship and how nice he was and his family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Nancy A. Slach

I met Reed and Brent, John and Gayle when our 6th graders became McKinley Bears and remained friends at Washington. John and Gayle instilled wonderful values and a love for life and learning in their boys. From the memories shared, it sounds as though Reed carried those values into his own young family and his community. May his entire family be comforted knowing so many share in your grief.

Reed and I worked together at the Milwaukee Wisconsin Plant. He was a joy to work with and around. A smart man who knew what he was about. Very friendly and helpful. It was a wonderful assest to our Milwaukee team. I am glad to be able to call him a co-worker and a friend. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I will miss him very much.

Jami Burrell

Gayle and John,

I was so sorry to read about the death of your son. I know he fought a courageous battle. I pray that you will find comfort and peace in the days ahead.

Sincerely, Mary Jo

I first meet Reed,when he became our systems engineer for our layer cake line in Cedar Rapids.I will never forget the kindness he showed me when ,in his street clothes ,he climbed into the premix blender to help me shovel out a bad batch.He was covered from head to toe in premix ,with no clothes to change into when we finished the huge job.I have nothing but respect and adoration for him.I have worked with him in other areas of the plant as well,and he has never changed from the person I shared my shoveling experience with all those years ago.He never saw boundaries,he was there for anyone ,anytime,and always with a smile and kind word.You will be very much missed Reed.My Sincerest Condolences to all his family .He will be missed by many.

Hearing of Reeds passing has deeply saddened me. Please accept my condolences and prayers. Reed was a great man and a great friend, just like his family. May his attributes and the bright light of his soul live on in all of us who's lives he touched. I pray that God will embrace you in comfort during this difficult time.

My heart is broken for the entire family. While following Reed's and then Dawn's post I prayed everyday and thought what a strong young man he was and how proud the family must be of how hard he fought to stay with them.

I send my love, thoughts and prayers for the family. As time goes on please share your stories of Reed and what a great son, husband and father he was with each other. He will always be with you.

With love,

Bobbi

We are so very sorry for your loss.

My sincere condolences to the Morgan Families. I only knew Reed for a short couple of years during his time life guarding, but he was someone I looked up to and felt very blessed to know. Reed always gave me 110% of his time and energy during those relaxing summer days at the pool. Reed and Brent were 5 years older than me, but had an amazing way of making me feel like an old friend or a younger brother. I learned a lot about swimming, what high school would eventually be like, and how to be myself from Reed (and Brent). My prayers and thoughts are with the families.

I am so deeply saddened to hear of Reed's passing. I met Reed in 6th grade. We played drums together through middle school and into high school and I can't think of those memories without Reed being part of them. He had a genuine nature, caring smile and an overall wonderful person. He truly made an impact on everyone he met and knew. I pray for strength, comfort and peace for Dawn, Carter and Tyler, Gayle and John and Brent and his family. My deepest Sympathies.

My deepest condolences to Dawn and their boys, to Brent, their parents and families, and the hundreds who received the gift of knowing Reed. I will always remember his kind smile, his genuine nature, and his sense of humor. Much love to you all during this difficult time.

I'm so sorry to hear of Reed's passing, and my heart goes out to Dawn, Tyler, and Carter. Reed and I were classmates at Washington High School, though I am a couple of years older.

I can't imagine the grief you must all be dealing with, and as a husband and father the thought of losing my spouse - and my kids losing a parent - is overwhelming. My hope and prayer is that Christ's love will be shown to you through family and friends, and that you'll lean on Him for all understanding! Reed's faith in Christ will leave an eternal legacy.

-Rob Kibbe

Ames, IA

My deepest condolences to the entire family. He was one of my favorite friends from the swim team and someone I looked up to very much.

I had the privilege of knowing Reed when I joined the Mens varsity swim team as a freshman 1995/96 @WHS. He was kind and sincere to me as I was just a freshfish in an mostly upper classman team, which can be intimating for a shy 15yr old like my self. Reed boosted my confidence and made me feel welcome.

I was blessed to have the Morgan twins in kindergarten and Alternative Kindergarten. I just recently became aware of Reed's illness. I grieve his loss as he had so much to give. All of you are in my prayers for comfort and peace. As I read thru 5 pages of tributes I thought how proud you must be. His was definitely a life well lived--way to short\, however. Be sure to print these tributes so his boys can read them in future years and know what a wonderful dad they had. May God bless you and comfort you.

Our hearts are broken. Reed was so bright, so steady, and a delight to know. We loved his sense of humor along with his joy in his many friendships. We send our prayers and sympathy to his family as they face this enormous loss.

Our staff and myself are very saddened by the news of Reed's passing. Tyler and Carter are such a delight to work with everyday at our Before and After School Program and our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Please let us know if we can help out in anyway possible.

I'm so sorry to hear of Reed's passing. My son Logan has been in the same classroom with Tyler at Garner over the years. This makes Logan sad, tell Tyler Logan is thinking of him. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Reed was my system engineer on frosting in the Cedar plant for about 3 years. Working in R&D, we rely heavily on the SE to continue to keep the lines running during many changes and change them for our testing. Reed was one of the best I have worked with in 24 years. Never was there one moment where he got frustrated during many difficult times. His optimism and positive attitude was second to none. Many of you have stated that in your posts. Sending my prayers to his family as heaven has gotten one heck of an angel. You will be missed..... Rest in Peace my friend!! :)

We are praying for the entire Morgan family during this difficult time. Reed will be missed by all.

Reed, you are a great leader, an inspiration and most importantly a true friend. I always looked up to your intellect, work ethic and fortitude and I certainly was not alone in that admiration. Michelle, Matthew and my parents will continue to pray for you and your family. You are missed.

Our thoughts are with all of you in this time of sorrow.

Reed and his fine family were proud Washington Warriors, and very helpful to the younger swimmers for Jim Voss and crew. Reed was such a hard worker and nice young man growing up with our son Mack. All the best to the Morgan Family in their time of grief for loss of a wonderful member.

Our condolences to the Family and Friends of Reed Morgan. We are truly sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort support you during this difficult time.

My twin sister Chandler and I were at Wash with Reed and Brent. It's such a wonderful gift of being able to go through life as a twin.

Brent - I hope that bond will somehow help you get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Although I have not seen Reed since we were kids, I have lots of great memories of playing at our Grandpa's house with him and my other cousins. Hiding in Grandpa's secret staircase and pouring salt on slugs, eating too much strawberry shortcake, getting told we needed to run around the block ten times to give our parents a break from all the noise we would make....I remember bragging to all my friends that I had twin cousins and I thought they were so cool!:) I remember him as such a sweet boy and I am sending so much love to everyone.

I wish I wasn't so far away...love love love to all of you...

Reed will be greatly missed. He never showed anger or frustration during his courageous fight. He spoke of his family dearly, and loved them all. I'm so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with Reed's whole family during this very difficult time.

Our hearts go out to Gayle and John and all of the Morgan Family. We are terribly saddened at the loss of Reed. I knew the family when they first came to Cedar Rapids and bought their home on Grand Ave so they could be close to Bever Park Pool. Gayle and the boys walked to the pool almost every day. Our daughter, Kim, babysat the boys. I had both of the boys in our Sunday School Class at First Pres. Church. I remember when our first grand daughter was born, Reed was delighted that the name "Morgan" was chosen. He told me with glee that the same name was chosen for their new puppy, so she became "Morgan Morgan." We laughed at the humor of that.

Our prayers for strength go with all of you. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and breath peace into your hearts.

Beautiful boy of John and Gayle ... Reed, I am remembering the fun and joy, the gift, of being your Sunday school teacher. Your delightful questioning of manna. Your gobbling the goldfish before they could be glued into nets on the bulletin board. And your howling (uncontrollable!) laughter with Brent at the lyrics of Zacchaeus, the wee little man. When I suggested, "Enough," you responded with angelic innocence: "You know, not the bathroom wee. The little pig going home wee." Peace to all who love you.

At General Mills we often say that it is the people we work with that make it a great place. For me, Reed Morgan was at the top of the great people list. I will always be thankful that I was fortunate enough to work with Reed. He was never to busy to help out, lend an understanding ear, or give out advice when asked. He had a wonderful sense of humor, a talent at telling a tale, and an easy-going and friendly nature. I leaned on Reed quite often and considered him a great friend. I feel his absense at work - and can only imagine the grief that you, his family are feeling. Reed always talked about his family with such love. My condolences to you all. Reed was truly a wonderful person in all the ways that matter most.

I worked with a young Reed at GM for three years after I got out of the army and he had just graduated. What a wonderful guy. He would just randomly show up during third shift to see how things were working, ask questions constantly to better understand processes, and get to know everyone around him on a personal level. He was a friend to everyone and mature beyond his years. The world lost a good man this week but heaven got an angel to look up to. My prayers to Dawn and the boys.

Sometimes in our lives, we are fortunate enough to meet people that make our world a better place........Reed was one of those people. I miss him already. We could all learn valuable lessons from the way this man lived and treated others.

Dear Morgan Family, we are so sad to hear about Reed! Though Bob and I haven't seen him in many years, We had so much respect and affection for him (and his family). Mack was very close to both the boys and your whole family was so kind to us "rookies"! I can't imagine the grief you are experiencing but our hearts cry with you and pray for you all!! God bless you with his comfort and healing! Laurel and Bob Jilek

My deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Morgan family during this difficult time of loss. While I did not work in the same facility as Reed, I knew him through various work conferences and the like. He had such a great personality and was never without a smile on his face. He spoke fondly of his family and was blessed by them. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and the coming days.

Dear John and Gayle

Reed was a tremendous person, through and through. Every time I ran into him at work, he would take time out of his day to ask me how I was doing, offer his help for anything he could, and talk about his beautiful family. He made work a better place just by being here. My deepest sympathies go out to his friends and family. Reed, you will be missed...

I am truly saddened to hear of Reed's passing. He always had a smile and positive attitude. He was an all around great guy. My deepest sympathies go out to the entire Morgan family.

Dear Morgan family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Reed will be dearly missed. It was a pleasure working with Reed. Roger, Donna, Andrew and Austin

To the Morgan Family

Reed will be remembered for being very kind, always ready with a smile and helping hand, and enjoying a good joke with a quiet chuckle or hearty laugh. Rest in peace, friend. My thoughts are with Reed's wife and sons, his brother Brent and his parents. I am truly saddened by the world's loss of Reed and I pray you find solace in these difficult days. Peace.

How saddened we are to hear of Reed's passing. He will truly be missed. Hang on to those many great memories. Hugs to all...

Mark, Mack, & Inez Mattke

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

I am so saddened to hear of Reed's passing. He was always such a kind person. I will keep his family in my thoughts and prayers.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I knew Reed through swimming, he was a great motivator and overall wonderful person. It was a honor to have known such a wonderful soul.

A true gentleman and genuine person who will be dearly missed but remembered. May his family and friends know he is at peace. God bless you

To Reed's family and friends, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be greatly missed. Reed was the first person I met at General Mills. He recruited me at the career fair. I went for the Cheerios but Reed's warm smile and welcoming personality drew me in. I'll never forget that conversation and will always attribute meeting Reed as one of those moments that define where I am today. He will be remembered as one of the kindest souls. My deepest sympathies go out to you. May you find peace in your thoughts and healing in your hearts.

Thoughts and prayers to family

You all continue to be in our daily thoughts and prayers. God give you strength through this very difficult time.

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We are so saddened to hear of Reed's passing. Please know that we are thinking of the entire family and wishing you strength in the months ahead. Most of all, hang on to the good memories.

I am truely sad to hear of Reeds passing. He always had a smile on his face and a positive attitude. I will keep all the family in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so, so sorry for your loss. God speed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Reed always had a smile on his face and never let on the pain he was truly in, he will be greatly missed.

Dawn and boys my heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. I know Reed from General Mills and he holds a special place in my heart. We have lost an incredible young man. I will miss his awesome personality and huge smile which he was never without. Just know that he was very well liked in the General Mills family.

I am so sorry to hear about Reed's passing. I have great memories of Reed from high school swim team. My sincere condolences to his family. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

To the Morgan family

We are so sorry for your loss. Reed was a determined and hard working young man. I will always remember how focused he was and supportive to the entire team especially Brent. We hope that peace and comfort come to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you.

I am so sorry to hear of Reed's passing. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you during this difficult time.

Dear family, I am sending my deepest sympathy to you at the death of Reed. And will keep your family in my prayers as you go through trying months ahead. Sincerely,

Sarah Neff

Dear Dawn, Tyler and Carter, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and please know that I am thinking of you.