Sonja Diane Reed
February 28, 1962 ~ November 4, 2025
Born in:
Ft. Riley, Kansas
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
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“When he reaches out his hand to you, take it. Don’t be afraid“. On November 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, Sonja Diane Reed passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 28, 1962, Harley and Judy welcomed her while stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. Sonja graduated from Edgeley High School in 1980 and attended North Dakota State University. In 1987, Sonja and her mother, Judy started ”Kids R Colorful Daycare in their home. Throughout her 37-year career as a provider, she cared for, nurtured, and shaped young people’s lives. When they graduated from her daycare, her job was not done. She followed those children as they grew. Sonja attended their concerts, birthday parties, and sporting events well into their adulthood. Never missing an opportunity to capture a moment in time, Sonja dedicated herself to journaling others’ events through pictures and videos As testament by her numerous photo albums.
Sonja is survived by her parents, Harley and Judy Reed, her brother Harley (Gerry), Plymouth, MN, her sister Deanna (Todd), Mohall, ND, her brother Bradley (Sheila), Lake Ashtabula, and her brother Bryan ”Bear” (Jodie), Fargo, ND as well as nieces and nephews Vanessa, Simone, Douglas, Joel, Logan, Maximus, and Bear Jr. In addition to her family, Sonja is survived by the innumerous daycare kids who were in her care throughout the years.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to either the Roger Maris Cancer Center or any Lend a Hand Up event as these two non-profits were very near and dear to Sonja’s heart.
Services
Visitation: Saturday, November 8, 2025 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Memorial Service: Saturday, November 8, 2025 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
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Meet Sonja at Bingo, she was such a wonderful person. She was a very strong person that always stayed positive with a smile on her face even at her worse struggles. She will be missed by many. RIP my dear friend.
Such a wonderful friend & fellow child care provider. She had so much love for her friends, family & children she cared for. So blessed to call her friend. Thinking of her family and friends & what a tough battle she fought. Bless you dear friend.
A sweetheart and family friend… God bless your memory Sonja, with love… Roger and Nancy Gress
Reed family,
I am so sorry to
Reed family,
I am so sorry to hear of Sonja’s passing. She was always so kind and greeted you with a smile. I have memories of her at Peace Lutheran and North high watching activities. My condolences.
I will miss Sonja. She was a great friend, neighbor and the gal who gave me the love of Bingo. There were many trips to American legions in Harwood, Moorhead and Lake Park. She was so lucky at Bingo and pull tabs. This is what made her smile & created so many friends in her life as did her childcare career. Bingo will never be the same without her. Love you my friend. You are now our Angel in Heaven. You fought a hard fight & now can rest pain free!
So sorry for your loss. Sonja endured so much. She was a wonderful person. Harley and Judy and family, please except my heartfelt condolences.
Bradley I am so sorry. My heart is hurting to hear this news. I know Sonja was making plans to leave this world and begin her eternal life in the presence of God our Father. Till we meet again.
Prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
I knew Sonja when we both attended NDSU. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sonja you will be missed.
So sorry for your loss Judy, Harley and family. What a wonderful gal.
To the Reed family, Sonja was a true testament of how we all should love one another. The world would be a better place if there were a million more of her! Deepest sympathies to you all
What a blessing she was in our world. She reached out with words of comfort and love to many. You should be proud to have raised such a beautiful person. Hugs and prayers of comfort.
So sorry to hear about Sonja. Our heartfelt thoughts and feelings go out to the entire Reed Family. I have enjoyed all the times we have been able to spend together throughout the years and always loved running into Sonja at the store to catch up on what everyone was up to once we all started adulting. She will be greatly missed!
So sorry to hear of the passing of Sonja. What a kind, wonderful, fun lady!! Sonja and the Reed family were so helpful in the success of Bison Hockey. Great times and fun memories!! Thoughts and prayers to the Reed family.
Dave Morinville
My sincere sympathies to Sonja’s family and friends.
My Condolences,
Wow! What a great friend and family! I met Sonja during my years at NDSU, and we collaborated on efforts with the Bison Hockey Club. Sonja always had a smile on her face and loved to laugh! A tireless worker and great friend! Great memories! RIP.
Jay Sutliffe, Flagstaff, AZ
A donation has been made in her memory to Lend A Hand Up.
Sincerely, Barb Barnick
Brad, Sheila and family… sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
I’m so sorry to hear this news. Sonja was one of the kindest, sweetest, and helpful people I’ve ever met. She always greeted me with a huge smile, and was always asking about me, my family, etc. Her life was never about her, but about everyone she encountered. As mentioned in prior posts, Sonja and the entire Reed family were tireless supporters for Bison Hockey. I’ll keep Sonja and her family in my prayers.
She is loved & missed💕
To the entire Reed family –
My heart goes out to all of you. Sonja was such a bubbly person and true warrior.
I had connected with her through Facebook after all these years, and truly admired her upbeat attitude on everything.
I’m sure your hearts are all aching now as she went to her Heavenly home. She is healthy, vibrant and energized for eternity!
Love to you all!
Candace (Murie) Hochhalter
Sally (Neis) Ost
Pastor Ken and Cory Kirchenwitz
Heart
My heart wishes
You had not left us
Because I wanted you
To stay so much longer
But I know how hard
You fought each and every day
So we could make
More memories together
I will forever treasure
And hold in my heart
Every precious minute
Of those times together
I also know
With all my heart
You are in a better place
And are now at peace
So from my heart
I simply must say
So long my friend
Until we meet again
-Harley D. Reed, Jr.
To Mr. and Mrs. Reed and the entire Reed family: It was my honor to babysit and get to know Sonja and her siblings when I was a high school student. Such a wonderful family and such a bright warm light emanating from young Sonja. May you find comfort in all of the great memories you have from your time with Sonja. From all that I’ve read, in her obituary and the guestbook comments, she mattered and made a positive difference in the lives of many. My sincere sympathy to all of you. May your memories keep Sonja’s spirit alive. Fondly, Pam
My sincere condolences on the loss of your wonderful daughter, sister, and a friend & inspiration to the many people lives she touched.
Sonja was one of the nicest and kindest person I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. I spent a number years with her in the Edgeley Schools and she was friends with many students, including me.
I know she fought a long, hard battle with cancer and somehow, she seemed to be able to keep her spirits up and stay positive. That’s a testament to her inner strength and faith in the Lord.
I know she’ll be missed by many; most definitely you, her family, and friends. I’m certain she made a positive difference in the many people’s lives she touched through her years in childcare, including the parents of those children. That is an amazing legacy!
God bless all of you at this difficult time, and I pray He continues to comfort you in the months to come. Sonja will live on through so many great memories. Hugs and love to all of you,
Susan Lackman
A donation was made to Lend a Hand Up in Sonja’s memory.