David Reed, who assumed his position as Chairman of the Marshall County Commission less than two weeks ago, has died.
County Attorney Clint Maze announced Reed’s passing in a statement shared with FOX54 Thursday evening.
Reed was
appointed to his new leadership role
by Gov. Kay Ivey after the death of Chairman James Hutcheson earlier this year.
Hutcheson died on May 3
after nearly 15 years on the Commission.
Reed was sworn in as his successor on June 11.
“I am honored to serve Marshall County as Chairman of the County Commission,” he said upon his appointment. “James Hutcheson filled this role starting in 2010, and I will work hard to continue his good works. I look forward to working for the people of Marshall County.”
Reed was a local businessman and a graduate of Albertville High School. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from the University of Alabama in 1978.
He previously served 15 years on the Guntersville Board of Education, including 4 years as Chairman.
The statement from Maze follows in its entirety.
Marshall County is shocked and saddened to announce the passing of Chairman David Reed this afternoon. Chairman Reed was appointed on June 9, 2025, by Governor Ivey to fill the vacancy created by the passing of Chairman Hutcheson, and was sworn in by Judge Tim Riley on June 11, 2025. Please pray for Chairman Reed’s family as they deal with the shock and grief of his sudden and untimely death.
Additional information will be released after the family has made arrangements.
Guntersville City Schools shared the following statement:
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Marshall County Commission President David Reed. Mr. Reed was a true public servant who devoted much of his life to the betterment of our community.
His legacy includes 15 years of dedicated service on the Guntersville City School Board, from June 2001 to May 2016, where his leadership, integrity, and heart for students helped shape the future of our schools.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who had the honor of working alongside him.
