Bethany Reed

Oct 21, 1978 -

Dec 19, 2024

Bethany Suzanne Arnold Woods Reed, born on Oct. 21, 1978, in Arkadelphia, Ark., was taken from us suddenly on Dec. 19, 2024.

Bethany, lovingly known as Suzanne, was the youngest daughter of Mike and Lynn Arnold. She was a devoted mother to her three children, Conner, McKenzie and Fenix, whom she shared with James Woods. James and Suzanne spent 19 years together building a family. Later in life, Suzanne found profound happiness with her husband, Thomas Reed. Their bond was one of deep love and mutual support, filled with laughter and shared adventures.

Suzanne had a passion for motorcycles and cherished her time riding her Harley-Davidson Softail with The Belles, an all-women riders' group. She also found joy in teaching by sharing her enthusiasm and skills with others. Professionally, she dedicated 21 years to Verizon as a corporate trainer before retiring to embark on a new adventure as a team driver in a semi-truck alongside Thomas.

She is survived by her parents, Mike and Lynn Arnold; sister, Amy Arnold (Steffan Baginski); husband, Thomas Reed; children, Conner, McKenzie and Fenix; aunt, Sherry Harder (Norm); niece, Delaney Arnold; stepson, Preston Reed; and cousins, Lee and Cindy. Suzanne was preceded in death by her grandparents, Fred and Lorene Arnold.

Suzanne's vibrant spirit and the love she shared will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the PKD Foundation in her memory.