Former Maine Governor John Reed Dead at 91

The former Maine Governor John Reed passed away on Wednesday, October 31 at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C. He was 91-years-old.

Reed (R) was in office between 1959 and 1966. He founded a network of universities in Maine and started the first education channel.

Current Gov. Paul LePage released a statement in which he said: ‘Maine has lost a great man with the passing of Governor John Reed,’ the statement continued: ‘He led our State well and served the people of Maine honorably.’

Reed was born on January 5, 1921 to a prominent Fort Fairfield potato grower. After graduating from University of Maine, Reed join the family business but thereafter he ran for office and won. First he served as a House Representative and then he won the gubernatorial seat.

LePage also said: ‘Having the opportunity to have met him, I know he was a kind man, dedicated Navy veteran, and passionate about public service. It is a sad day for Maine as we have lost a man who contributed so much to our great State.’

Rest in Peace.