Speedy R. Read Obituary

We are sad to announce that on December 30, 2021, at the age of 67, Speedy R. Read (West Salem, Ohio), born in Lodi, Ohio passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George S. Read and Margaret Read; his grandparents, Lewis Read, Edna Steele, Frank Steele of William, JB and Ellen Sampsel; his brother-in-law Robert 'Bob Smith; and his great-niece Erika Sheridan.

He is survived by: his daughter Camee; his brother Pete; his son Frank; his wife Sherri Read; his children, Cameron 'Camee', Shannon Read, Franklin and Plowboy Read; his brother George 'Pete' Read (Stacy); his siblings-in-law, Judy Smith and Thomas 'Tom' Osborn (Linda); his aunts, Oneta Fetzer and Madeline Pierce; his uncle Clyde Sampsel (Nancy); his nieces and nephews, Brenda Cherry (Don), Julie Sheridan, Sabrina, Alyssa Read, Jeff (Teresa), Todd Smith (Debbie), Mike (Julie), Tommy Osborn (Heather) and George Read (Jody); and his great-nieces, Freyja and Abby. He is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins, extended family and close friends.

Speedy 'Jake' Rubben Read, 67, of West Salem, earned his Angel wings and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 30, 2021, after a strong and well fought fight from complications of Covid-19 with his daughter, Camee and his brother, Pete by his side while his wife, Sherri and the rest of his children's (Frank and Shannon's) voices close by via virtual call.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be given to Matteson Funeral Home in the family's name to help offset costs, but knowing dad's love of helping others you can also donate to the West Salem Police Department or the West Salem Town and Country Fire Department (as they were always there for him).