1933 - 2025
James H. Reed (Coach), of Winfield passed away on Friday, June 6th.
He was born July 29th, 1933 in Canton Oklahoma to Esther Amy (Lorenz) Reed and Ralph Noah Reed. The family moved to Winfield in 1948. Jim graduated from Winfield High School in 1952. After high school he attended Cowley County College on a football/basketball scholarship and in the summers of 1953 and 1954, he participated in the Marines Platoon Leaders Training.
Jim and his forever sweetheart, Sylvia, were married December 5, 1953. Jim continued his athletic career and education at Southwestern College, graduating with a teaching degree in 1956. After earning his degree and while starting a family he served two years of active duty. After two years of active duty, he returned home to Winfield and began his 34 year teaching career while simultaneously continuing to serve in the Marine Corp Reserves for 18 years.
Jim’s true passion was teaching and coaching. His mentor, Curly Vaughn was instrumental in bringing Jim to Winfield High School and coaching tennis. Coach Reed led his teams to many high school conference, regional and state championships. His winning ways were rewarded by being named the National High School Coach of the year in 1978. Coach Reed championed tennis in the community and helped bring tennis to Winfield.
Jim was a dedicated father and grandfather making sure to attend sporting events, plays and anything else his family was involved in. There was nothing he would not do for his family. Jim and Sylvia were avid KU basketball fans and spent many years traveling and making memories. He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church. There aren’t enough words to accurately describe Jim Reed and the legacy he leaves.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his granddaughter Crystal Redington, Son in Law Terry Bogle, and his siblings Louise Scarth, Virginia Lathers, Donald Reed, Alvin Reed, and Alfred Reed.
Jim is survived by his wife Sylvia, his children Loretta Bogle, Todd Reed, Ty Reed and his wife Susie Reed. Also 6 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Miles Funeral Service in Winfield. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Jim’s name for First Presbyterian Church. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
