Jeffrey
Michael Reid, 76, died peacefully on June 11, 2024, at the McClure
Miller Respite House in his hometown of Colchester, Vt.
Jeff
was born on May 15, 1948. His mother, Mary Idamae (Poulin) Reid, was
active in her town and church, including serving as assistant town
clerk. His father, Walter Louis Reid, was a skilled steamfitter and a
World War II U.S. Navy veteran.
Jeff
later moved to Burlington, where he found lasting friendships that
were central to his life and gave him joy. He worked for many years
at Coca-Cola Bottling and was a member of both the Eagles Club and
the Knights of Columbus. He was strong-willed but warmhearted, loved
good food and good company, and always remembered birthdays and other
details about the important people in his life.
Jeff
leaves behind his big brother, James Louis Reid of South Hero, Vt.;
his nieces, Susan Reid-St. John, Quinn Reid, Kym Taylor Reid and
Katelyn Reid; his nephews, Sean Reid and Walter Reid; his
sister-in-law, Patricia Reid; his nephew-in-law, Eric Reid-St. John;
eight great-nieces and great-nephews; many friends; and Sheila
Spencer, who was a constant help to Jeff and an important part of his
life.
Jeff
was predeceased by his brothers Philip Manson Reid (1935-1974) and
Stephen John Reid (1950-2018).
A
funeral will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 11 a.m., at Holy Cross
Church in Colchester, to be followed by a burial at Fort Ethan Allen
Cemetery. A celebration of Jeff’s life will be held on Saturday, June
22, 1 p.m., at Grand Way Commons, 412 Farrell St., South Burlington,
VT. All who knew Jeff are welcome at both the service and the
celebration.
Donations
to Howard Center in Burlington are requested in lieu of flowers.
Arrangements
are in the care of Ready Funeral & Cremation Services. To send
online condolences, please visit readyfuneral.com.
This article appears in Jun 12-18, 2024.