David Reid

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In memory of David Reid

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of David Reid on August 7th at St. Clare’s Hospital. David was born in Chapel Arm, “during a card game at Aunt Jessie’s house”- as he famously described it. He later moved to Clarenville where he began a 34-year career as a network technician with Terra Nova Tel/Bell Aliant. David was a kind, generous and funny man. He was always the first to lend a helping hand and was loved for his sense of humor. He enjoyed going on quad, hunting, fishing, visiting his cabin and cheering for his beloved Toronto Maple Leaf’s.

David is predeceased by his parents, Cleophas and Josie Reid, siblings Tim, Don, Jimmy and Janie, and his niece Kellie.

David is fondly remembered by his 2 children, Kelsey and Jacob, and their mother Yvette. He will be greatly missed by his siblings: Ivy (Austin), Edgar (Cindy), Gerry (Janice), Phyllis (Paul), Gord (Theresa), Otto, and Cleophas (Sarah), along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. David will also be missed by his in laws Ed and Edwina Drover, Dean (Shelley), Chad (Caroline), and Jillian.

David was loved and respected by many co workers, neighbors, and good friends. And while there are too many to mention everyone individually, the family would like to give a special mention to, Sharon & Dennis Benson, Ross and Dwitty Green, John & Marsha Rowe, Fred Slade, Donald Barker, Cecil Critch, and special friend Kelly Cooper.

As per David’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no formal funeral service. The family receive visitors at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Tuesday August 10th from 10am-12pm and 2-4pm.

Our family would like to give our appreciation and gratitude to all the medical and nursing staff on 4West at St. Clare’s for providing exceptional care to David during his hospital stay.

Flowers are respectfully declined, we ask that those who wish to honor David, do so by doing an act of kindness for a stranger, family member or friend, just as David would do.

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29 Comments

  1. Our hearts are heavy since hearing of Dave’s death. He was a great neighbour, a great chatterbox at times and was kind to all.
    We will miss him.
    Condolences to all the family, and may Dave RIP.
    Bonnie and Joe Lowe

  5. We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. Our thought and prayers are with all the family at this difficult time.

    Sincerely,
    Paul and Marilyn

  8. So unbelievably, our sincere condolences. Cherish your memories of him. David was never too busy to stop for a chat if you happened to bump into him, so friendly and funny. We know your hearts are breaking and there are no words to ease the pain.
    Take care

  10. To Kelsey, Jacob, and Yvette and the entire Reid Family. It is hard to find the right words to explain the loss of David. I had the pleasure of working with and we, my Family, have known David and his Family for the past 21 Years. He will be missed!!!!!

    I pray the love of your Family and Friends and the many memories help you all through this most difficult of times.

  11. So very shocked and saddened to read of the passing of Dave. I worked wiyh him and found him to be soo funny and salt of the earth guy. May you have many happy memories to reflect upon in the difficult days ahead. Godspeed Dave and R.I.P.

  12. Condolences to Otto and the rest of David’s family. David was a friend to all in high school and it appears that his kind heart only grew in the years that followed.
    His was a life cut way too short.

  15. We are so sorry and shocked to hear of Davids passing. We send our deepest Sympathy to all David Family. May God Bless you all now and always. Also thinking of all his co Workers. Hold on to your memories.

  16. So shocked and deeply saddened by the news of David’s death. My love, thoughts and prayers are going out to my cousins,David’s kids and their mom. May you cherish the memories and time that he was on this earth. God bless

  17. To family and friends of Dave,
    We extend our deepest sympathy on the passing of Dave.George and Dave worked together for a couple of years before George retired. We are sure you have lots of precious memories to keep.
    Barbara and George Barbour

  18. Great co-worker , great work ethic , great friend and great laugh ! We have made so many great memories together as we recently discussed on phone when you and I chatted . . We completed alot of jobs and fixed alot of troubles together over the years but never did we complete one without a good laugh together ! Rest in peace my friend , you are awesome person ! Condolences to the family .

  19. Kelsey and Jacob, We are so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. He was a lovely man. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Sue, Wayne and Emma

  20. My condolences to his family, work family and friends. Dave could always bring a smile to my face when he called or when he was in the Bell Aliant office in St. John’s. RIP Dave.

  22. So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing, he was a great guy and We always enjoyed his visits to the cabin. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Madonna and Gary

  23. Keith and I are thinking of you all at this very difficult time. We would like to extend our sincere condolences to Yvette, Jacob, Kelsey and his whole family.
    So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. We will remember the fun visits and times we have shared over the years. We had many good times and laughs together. Treasure the good times and memories to help get you through. He will be missed and never forgotten. Rest in peace Dave. Sending love and prayers.

  24. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Hold your precious memories of David close to your hearts to help you though this difficult time. Hugs to you all.

  27. So sorry to hear of David’s passing. Our deepest and heartfelt condolences go to all of the family and Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

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