Jerry Reed RIP

The Snowman is going east bound and down.......

Jerry Reed died today. I have always liked Jerry Reed. No, not because of his signing. Because of Smokey and the Bandit. If you don't know, Jerry played wingman to Burt Reynolds bootleggin' Bandit in the film. He was great, and it was a great film for a HBO watchin' 8 year old.

Jerry Reed entered my life again 13 years later. For my 21st birthday, me and my folks went to Jackpot Nevada. It was my first foray into gambling. We stayed at Cactus Pete's. The entertainment at the Casino was Jerry Reed. I thought that was great, but I wouldn't be catching the show since Country Music isn't my cup o' tea.

So that night, I found myself at a poker table, and lo and behold Jerry Reed was at the same table. We played about 3 hours.....and I managed to beat him pretty good. But he was a pure gentleman about it. When he was cashing out, I decided to ask him for his autograph. He smiled and obliged. I then made a mistake....I said I loved him in Smokey and the Bandit. I may have well said his fly was open. He must have preferred that I was a fan of his music. But oh well, he gave me the autograph, of which I gave to my Mom that night.

I will always thank Mr. Reed for Smokey....but more over, I'll thank him for being a pure gentleman to me in person.

Rest in Peace Jerry.


Jason