Samuel L. Reed
Samuel L. Reed | |
|---|---|
 Reed in 1972 | |
| Member of the Indiana House of Representatives from the 37th district | |
| In office November 8, 1972 – November 3, 1976 | |
| Magistrate Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana | |
| In office 1978–1985 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Samuel Lee Reed July 29, 1934 Selma, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | July 20, 2025 (aged 90) Seabrook Island, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Joan Guinn |
| Alma mater | Indiana University |
| Occupation | Judge |
Samuel Lee Reed (July 29, 1934 – July 20, 2025) was an American judge and politician. A member of the Republican Party, he served in the Indiana House of Representatives from 1972 to 1976 and as magistrate judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana from 1978 to 1985.
Early life and career
Reed was born in Selma, Indiana, the son of Merritt Reed and Jane Williams. He attended Selma High School, graduating in 1952.[1] After graduating, he attended Indiana University, earning his BS degree in 1956 and his JD degree in 1959,[2] which after earning his degrees, he worked as an attorney in Indiana.[3]
Reed served in the Indiana House of Representatives from 1972 to 1976.[4] After his service in the House, he served as magistrate judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana from 1978[5] to 1985.
Personal life and death
Reed was married to Joan Guinn. Their marriage lasted until Reed's death in 2025.[3]
Reed died in Seabrook Island, South Carolina on July 20, 2025, at the age of 90.[6][7]
References
- ^ "Samuel Lee Reed". The Star Press. July 23, 2025. Retrieved August 4, 2025.
- ^ "Samuel L. Reed". DeFur Voran. Retrieved August 4, 2025.
- ^ a b "Reed to Enter GOP Primary". The Star Press. Muncie, Indiana. March 19, 1972. p. 1. Retrieved August 4, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Samuel Lee Reed". Capitol & Washington. Retrieved August 4, 2025.
- ^ United States. Dept. of Justice (1983), Register of the U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Courts, The Department
- ^ "Samuel Lee Reed". Echovita. Retrieved August 4, 2025.
- ^ "Samuel Lee Reed". Charleston Cremation Center. Retrieved August 4, 2025.