LONG BEACH, Calif. — The Long Beach community is mourning the death of Scott Reed, a 48-year-old husband, father and longtime Little League coach who died unexpectedly on September 1, 2026.
Reed was widely known through Long Beach Little League (LBLL), where he devoted countless hours to coaching young players and supporting families within the local baseball community.
His death has prompted tributes from friends, fellow coaches, parents and former players who remember him for his generosity, kindness and commitment to his family.
Reed leaves behind his wife, Jessica, and four children, including Peyton, Winston and Langston.
Following his passing, friends established a GoFundMe campaign to assist the Reed family with funeral and memorial expenses and other unexpected costs.
Who Was Scott Reed?
Scott Reed was a familiar presence within Long Beach’s youth baseball community.
For years, much of his time was spent at Long Beach Little League, where he coached, volunteered and helped young athletes develop their skills.
But the tributes following his death suggest his influence extended considerably beyond teaching baseball.
Friends described Reed as someone willing to help others without expecting anything in return.
One person who had known him for nearly three decades remembered him as “one of the nicest humans” they had ever met, while another tribute described him simply as “a gem of a person.”
Those descriptions have been echoed throughout the community as people reflect on their experiences with Reed.
Long Beach Little League Remembers Coach Scott Reed
Reed’s involvement with Long Beach Little League became one of the defining parts of his community life.
He could regularly be found at the ballpark giving his time to young players and the game he loved.
As a coach, Reed’s role went beyond winning baseball games.
He encouraged young athletes to understand teamwork, perseverance and sportsmanship while helping players develop confidence in themselves.
His commitment made him a trusted figure among players and parents throughout the league.
One tribute following his death thanked “Coach” for his dedication to both the children and the game, describing Reed as an example of a father’s love and support for his children.
For players who spent seasons learning from him, his lessons and encouragement will remain part of their memories of youth baseball.
Scott Reed Was a Devoted Husband and Father
While Reed dedicated significant time to Little League, those closest to him have emphasized that his family remained at the center of his life.
He is survived by his wife, Jessica, and their four children.
Three of the children have been identified as Peyton, Winston and Langston, while the fourth child’s name was not included in the information provided.
Friends remembered Reed as an exceptionally supportive father who took pride in his children’s lives and accomplishments.
Whether coaching their teams or spending time with them away from the baseball field, his devotion to his family was consistently visible to those around him.
One tribute described Reed as a husband, father, coach and friend who would “give anyone the shirt off his back.”
GoFundMe Established for Scott Reed’s Family
Following Reed’s unexpected death, friends organized a GoFundMe campaign to support Jessica and the children.
The fundraiser is intended to help cover funeral and memorial expenses along with other unexpected financial obligations the family may face following the loss of a husband and father.
Organizers have called on the community to provide Reed’s family with the same type of support he regularly offered others during his life.
The response reflects the network of friendships Reed developed through Little League, his family and the wider Long Beach community.
For people who knew him through baseball, the fundraiser has provided a practical way to help the family of a coach who spent years giving his own time to others.
Scott Reed Cause of Death
The specific circumstances surrounding Scott Reed’s death on September 1, 2026, have not been publicly disclosed in the information available.
His passing has been described as unexpected.
Out of respect for the Reed family’s privacy, no assumptions should be made regarding the cause of his death unless further information is released by his relatives or another appropriate source.
The community response has instead concentrated on supporting Jessica and the children and remembering the life Reed shared with those around him.
Friends Share Memories of Scott Reed
The tributes emerging following Reed’s passing provide a clearer picture of how he was viewed by people who knew him.
Kindness and generosity appear repeatedly in those memories.
A longtime friend who had known Reed for nearly 30 years described him as one of the kindest people they had encountered and said it was difficult to imagine him having “a mean bone in his body.”
Another remembered his consistently kind personality and acknowledged how deeply his absence would be felt.
Those personal recollections complement the memories coming from the Little League community, where Reed was known through years of coaching and volunteering.
Together, they portray someone whose impact was built through everyday interactions with family members, friends and young athletes.
Memorial Tribute Planned by Little League Community
Reed’s connection with Long Beach Little League is also expected to become part of how the community formally remembers him.
According to the information provided, a memorial tribute is planned for an upcoming game, while discussions have also taken place regarding a more permanent way of recognizing his contribution to the league.
Such a tribute would be particularly fitting for someone who spent so much of his time at the baseball field.
It would also give players, parents, fellow coaches and families an opportunity to remember Reed in a place where many of their experiences with him occurred.
Remembering Scott Reed’s Legacy in Long Beach
Scott Reed’s death at 48 has left his family and community without a husband, father, friend and coach whose life was closely connected to the people around him.
For Jessica and their four children, his absence will be felt most personally.
For Long Beach Little League, there will be an empty space once occupied by a coach who repeatedly gave his time to young players.
And for friends who knew Reed for decades, his death means losing someone remembered for generosity, loyalty and kindness.
The community response following his September 1 passing demonstrates the reach of those relationships.
His legacy will continue through his children, the friendships he built and the young baseball players who benefited from his time, encouragement and coaching.
Disclaimer
This obituary is based on information available concerning the September 1, 2026, passing of Scott Reed of Long Beach, California, including tributes and information about the fundraiser established for his family. Reed was reported to be 48 and is survived by his wife, Jessica, and four children. The specific cause and circumstances of his death have not been publicly disclosed in the information provided. Funeral arrangements and additional family details should be confirmed through the Reed family or authorized representatives as they become available.