William Edward Reid
(April 1, 1936 – February 26, 2026)
Dad, your work on this earth is complete.
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Edward Reid, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 26, 2026, at the age of 89.
He was predeceased by his soulmate, best friend and love of his life, Sarah Myrtle Reid. His parents, Sarah Thorne and James Edward Reid; his siblings, Harry Reid (Eileen), Doreen Branton (Clayton), Edna Thorne and Gary Thorne. His mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jack and Jean Best and brothers-in-law Charles Ridgeley and David Butler. Extended family members Richard, Charles, and Winston Thorne.
He is survived by his children; John (Josephine), Rita (Douglas Norman), Murdock (Ruth), Scott (Rubyann), Sheila (Keith Clarke), Kimberly (Darcy Smith) and Denise (Conrad Brown); his 15 cherished grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild. His siblings, Dorothy Ridgeley, Pheobe (Eric Thorne), Garfield (Verly), and Reginald (Marjorie) Thorne. His in-laws, Clyde (Julie) Best, Mavis Butler, Edward (Rita) Best, Voila (Jerry) Dodd, Lewis (Sharon) Best, Don (Sandra) Best. Plus, many nieces, nephews and friends. Survived by extended family Louise Harris and Julie Locke.
Dad lived a life filled with compassion, resilience and unwavering dedication to his family. He was known for his generosity, kind spirit and longing for anything that would have him hunting outside, cutting wood, trouting or most of all in the fishing boat.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated staff of St. Patrick’s Mercy Home for their exceptional care and support.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation at Faith United Church in Thornlea on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Service to follow at 2:00pm. Reception at the United Church Hall.
“Our dad taught us how to be strong because he knew there would come a day when we would need the strength to survive losing him”
We will miss you dearly dad!
To the Reid Family,you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.Your Dad is re united with his beautiful wife and soul mate.They are together now,up in heaven . Probuly getting their camping and fishing gear ready to go.
Denise and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I spent a weekend with Denise one Thanksgiving and was welcomed with open arms. I can only imagine how hard this is. He sounds like a very well loved man. Thinking of you all.
To Sheila, Rita and all the Family,
Hold your precious memories close. I’m thankful for having met your Dad throughout the years…He always had a twinkle in his eyes, a nod and smile.
Hugs to all
It was an honour getting to know Bill he was such a lovely man. We will miss his visits to Cambridge. Our thoughts are with you.
So sorry for the loss of your Dad,Murdock. Sending our deepest condolences to you and all your families, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss..thinking of you.
To the Reid family,
I’d like to send my Deepest Condolences to you all at these difficult times. God bless you all.
Sorry for your loss
Tender Loving Warm Heartfelt Sympathy 💐 And Condolences 💐 to you the beautiful family of the beautiful and great man Bill.
It was my honour to have cared for your Dad, he was a buddy.
Bill’s absent Will be felt for sometime, we loved him dearly.
Cherish the beautiful memories.
Much love for you all
Sincerely
Chris G. Fudge
St. John’s
St. Patrick’s Mercy Home
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