Deanie Reed Luke

Deanie Reed Luke, a beloved and cherished member of the Louisville, Mississippi community, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, in her hometown of Louisville.

Born on January 15, 1936, Deanie lived a life marked by dedication to family, faith, and craft.A graduate of Bond High School, Deanie was known for her exceptional talent as a seamstress. Throughout her career, she brought her skills and warm spirit to several Louisville businesses, including Jones Men's Wear, The Diamond Shop, Livingston Sewing Center, and TRW. Her love for working with people and her commitment to excellence made her a valued employee and a friend to many.Deanie’s faith was a cornerstone of her life.

For 35 years, she was a faithful member of the East Louisville Baptist Church, where she found joy and purpose in Bible study and fellowship. She hosted prayer meetings and speakers in her home and enjoyed teaching the Bible and sharing her faith with others. Her spiritual devotion inspired those around her and reflected her caring and nurturing nature.Family was central to Deanie’s heart. She came from a large family and treasured the time spent with her loved ones, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her immense happiness.

She is survived by her two daughters, Carol Peterson Ellington of Louisville and Gwen (Robert) Clark of Noxapater. Deanie’s brothers, Billy Frank Reed, Jerry (Glenda) Reed, Gene (Sherry) Reed—all of Louisville—Joe Lynn Reed of Starkville, Danny (Connie) Reed of Ackerman, and her sister-in-law, Sandra Reed of Vicksburg, MS, also survive her. Her grandchildren include Brandt (Bailey) Peterson, Scott Peterson, Mamie (Kyle) Krebs, Carol Ann (Taylor) Bussell, and Jackson (Abby) Clark. She also leaves behind several great-grandchildren: Layla Belle Peterson, Liza Grace Peterson, Molly Ruth Edwards, Jamison Krebs, Cora and Clark Krebs, Brody Bussell, and Dylan Bussell.

Deanie was preceded in death by her parents, Tommie and Mavis Loyd Reed; her husband Bobby Luke, and her brothers Bobby Earl Reed and Randle Reed.

A funeral service to honor and celebrate Deanie Reed Luke’s life will be held on March 27, 2026, beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Trent Jaudon and Dr. Heath Hillman officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Murphy Creek Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Brandt Peterson, Scott Peterson, Jackson Clark, Taylor Bussell, Kyle Krebs, Eric Reed, and Cody Reed.

Deanie’s legacy of kindness, faith, and dedication remains deeply woven into the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Her presence will be profoundly missed but fondly remembered by all who were fortunate to share in her life’s journey.

Memorials in Deanie's memory may be made to the Beehive Home of Louisville, 17451 E. Main Street, Louisville, MS, 39339.