βοΈ Verified: June 11, 2026
For more than a century, Putnam-Reed Funeral Home has served families throughout Pikeville, Bledsoe County, and the Sequatchie Valley with compassion, dignity, and professional care. Established in 1916, the funeral home stands as one of the oldest continuously operating businesses in the region, carrying forward a tradition of service that has helped generations of families navigate life’s most difficult moments.
Today, under the leadership of Eric Reed and Heather Reed-Poston, Putnam-Reed Funeral Home continues its commitment to treating every family with the same care, respect, and compassion they would offer their own loved ones.
Putnam-Reed Funeral Home traces its roots back to 1916 when R.G. “Roscoe” Putnam established the business in the back room of Putnam Grocery Store. Over the decades, the funeral home has grown alongside the community while maintaining the values of compassion, integrity, and personal service that made it a trusted institution throughout the Sequatchie Valley.
More than 100 years later, the funeral home continues to honor that legacy by helping families celebrate lives, preserve memories, and find comfort during times of loss.
Putnam-Reed Funeral Home understands that every family is unique and every life deserves to be honored in a meaningful way. Their experienced team works closely with families to create services that reflect personal values, traditions, beliefs, and cherished memories.
Putnam-Reed Funeral Home is operated by Eric Reed and Heather Reed-Poston, who continue the legacy established by George and Treva Reed and originally founded by Roscoe Putnam. Their dedication to serving local families ensures that the funeral home’s longstanding tradition of compassionate care remains strong.
As one of the oldest businesses in the Sequatchie Valley, Putnam-Reed Funeral Home has maintained a longstanding commitment to supporting local families and community organizations. Their dedication extends beyond funeral services, reflecting a deep connection to the people and communities they serve.
The funeral home’s website and Facebook page provide valuable resources for families seeking information about services, obituaries, memorial planning, grief support, and community announcements.
Putnam-Reed Funeral Home has been serving families in Pikeville and the Sequatchie Valley since 1916.
Yes. The funeral home is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist families when needed.
They offer funeral planning, memorial services, celebration of life services, grief support resources, obituary assistance, and personalized funeral arrangements.
The funeral home is operated by Eric Reed and Heather Reed-Poston, who continue the family’s longstanding tradition of service.
Yes. The team provides compassionate guidance and planning support tailored to each family’s specific needs and wishes.
Call (423) 447-2835, email reedfamilyfh@bledsoe.net, or visit www.reedfamilyfh.com.
For generations, Putnam-Reed Funeral Home has stood beside families during some of life’s most challenging moments. Through compassionate service, professional guidance, and a commitment to honoring every life with dignity and respect, they continue to serve as a trusted source of comfort and support throughout Pikeville, Bledsoe County, and the Sequatchie Valley.
1171, Main Street, Pikeville, Bledsoe County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37367, United States