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Richard Reid Obituary

Richard Allen Reid Sr.

KANNAPOLIS - Richard Allen Reid Sr., age 72, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014, at Tucker Hospice House after almost a year of illness.

He was born Feb. 20, 1941, in Rowan County, the son of the late Clarence Price and Martha Walters Allman. He attended Landis High School.

In earlier years Richard was employed with the former Cannon Mills Company, Plant One as a weaver and later as a painter. Then, he became a police officer with the Kannapolis Police Department.

Later, he entered the U.S. Navy in 1967 and served in the Seabees for two years in construction battalion. During his time in service, he was viewed by his superiors as an exemplary officer.

He then worked for Pritchard Paint & Glass of Salisbury. Finally, he retired from the Rowan-Salisbury County Schools as a painter. Richard was president of the N.C. Public Schools Maintenance Association for two terms and won several awards for his services.

As a devout Baptist, he was ordained as a Deacon in the church in 1962. Throughout the years, he served as a strong member at Landis Baptist Church and later Central Baptist Church in Kannapolis. At Central, he was very active in various ministries of the church including chairmen of the Deacons, Building and Grounds Committee chairmen, cooked for the church, and cooked barbecue chicken for family and friends using his special barbecue sauce recipe. He went out of his way to make new members at the church feel warm and accepted even inviting them to his home. When time was left he enjoyed playing golf.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Janice Griffin.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Lois Baltes Reid; a son, Allen Reid of Kannapolis; a half-brother, Chip Price of Kannapolis; and sisters Susan James of Kannapolis and Paulette Hines of Morganton.

Services: The funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 at Central Baptist Church, Kannapolis, officiated by Rev. Curtis Parker, Rev. Allen Reid and Rev. Gene Edwards. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6 at West Lawn Memorial Park, China Grove, with military rites.

Visitation: The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the church prior to the service. The remainder of the time the family will be at the residence.

Memorials: May be made to Central Baptist Church, 1810 Moose Road, Kannapolis, NC 28083; or Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081.

Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com

Whitley's Funeral Home in Kannapolis is serving the family.

Published by Salisbury Post on Jan. 3, 2014.
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I remember Richard so well growing up at Landis Baptist Church. He and his wife Lois were precious people of faith, true christians who showed the love of God. My dad Frank Childers was friends with Richard, he thought so much of Richard, and his family. I am praying for God to comfort you in a mightly way. I know it will be hard for those who loved him most. God bless you all, Pam Childers Haywood

Pam Haywood

January 5, 2014

Richard, I never met you but as a fellow Seabee we will always be Brothers. Fair winds and following seas my brother. RIP...

Terry Beeker

January 4, 2014

I remember Richard from when we worked together at Pritchard Paint and Glass.He was very strong and funny at the same time.He was always a true gentleman.May his family rest in peace knowing he is in heaven.

Kenneth Ollis

January 4, 2014

My Sweet and Dear Sister in Christ, I am praying for you to feel His arms around you and Allen during this bittersweet time. You are in my heart and prayers. You and Richard always made me feel special and I will cherish the memories of his sweet smile and love for God and family.
May you have peace and rest during this difficult transition. Please let us take care of you.
Your Sister in Christ,
Debi Lentz

Debi Lentz

January 4, 2014

Richard I LOVED you as a BROTHER and also a Brother in Christ,I know you are in HEAVEN and GOD has recieved a true ANGEL LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS SEE YOU IN HEAVEN FRED SISK

Fred Sisk

January 3, 2014

Mrs. Reid...you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May GOD wrap his arms around you and give you peace and comfort in the coming days ahead. If I can do anything for you , please let me know.

Cindy O. Coble

January 3, 2014

The Dearest Friend a man could ever have,I will miss you more than you will ever know,but one thing for sure you made me a better person and I will be sure to see you on the other side,MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY LOVE YOU ALL

January 3, 2014

From the time I first met Richard over 40 yrs ago he has maintained the course and was faithful. I am sure he just recently heard the words " Well done my good and faithful servant." May the Grace of God be with Bro. Allen and Lois.

Ken Beaver

January 3, 2014

I worked with Richard and he was one of the best men I have known. I will miss him dearly and his wonderful sprit he was a true child of god and I will be praying for the family. Love patty Bruce

Patty Bruce

January 3, 2014

My heart and love are with u today; Praying for the grace and love of God will lift u up, knowing he is with the Lord; god loves u ,and mac does also; take care ,mom and brother,god bless u all;

Arthur Abernathy

January 3, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers will be with the Reid Family, May God be with you all. Love, Steve, Kristen, & Steven Griffin

January 3, 2014

Uncle Richard was always like a second father to me.and him and aunt Lois was always there for us! Can't wait to see him again in glory land! Love Ricky Allen griffin and family

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