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Neil Reid Obituary
Neil E. Reid, Age 51. Taken too soon after a courageous battle with liver disease. Beloved husband of Randy. Loving father of Rachel and Jeffrey Reid. Dear brother of Lawrence (Gail) Reid and Beryl Reid. Devoted son of the late Irving Z. and Mollie Z. Reid. Fond son-in-law of Norbert and Barbara Weisman. Cherished brother-in-law of Ellen (Dr. Keith) Strenger. Proud uncle of Jay and Scott Reid, Jennifer, Larry, and Sara Strenger. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Services Sunday, 11 AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Neil Reid
John Oats
December 15, 2024
One of the most generous persons I ever met.
Kirchberg2003
January 6, 2014
Thanks Neil for all you have done for the Springsteen Community. Someday we'll drink a Weissbier upstairs.
December 24, 2013
RIP Neal
There is a door waiting for you to come in
Go on that stairway to heaven
To find peace and your heroes of the past.
Amsterdam mrclst
Marissa & Me.
Dan, Gail & Marissa Weiler
December 23, 2013
Dear Lawrence & Beryl; So sorry to hear of the passing of your "baby" brother. I still remember him as a toddler on Gregory Street. Best wishes to you and your family at this time.
Cg
December 22, 2013
Reid family as you endure the loss of your loved one. Trust in the God of all comfort for he can be a refuge for you. (Psalms 65:8) I extend my condolences to the family.
Steve Majerus-Collins
December 22, 2013
Neil has long been a giant in our Springsteen-loving community, a true guardian of the music that he did so much to share. RIP, Neil, and say hey to the Big Man for us.
My condolences to family and friends who should have had him for many, many more years. - Steve (tattooDad on SPL)
December 22, 2013
RIP Neil. Condolences to the Reid family. Neil and I were friends all through Lincoln Hall Junior High. Class of '76 was the BEST ever! Steve Lovi, Rochester, NY/Highland Park, IL
hrubesh
December 21, 2013
Your demise has created a huge void in our hearts, rest in peace brother...
December 21, 2013
I will miss you, SPL brother and guardian. Your generosity and patience had no peer.
Laurence Brauer
Andrea Colombo
December 21, 2013
Rest in piece, Neil. We will miss you.
December 21, 2013
RIP Neil,
Your friendship, Kindness and generosity will be sadly missed by all those who's life you touched.
km
Pam Lipshutz
December 21, 2013
I will miss sharing birthday wishes with Neil, we shared a birthday and were born at the same hospital. My deepest condolences to the family.
December 21, 2013
I'll miss you my SPL Brother. Your kindness and sharing attitude brightened up the whole community.
John aka Oats
December 21, 2013
May God sustain you and give you
His peace at this time Reid Family:
Only time can ease all your pain and remember that Neil was loved, as this will help you to get through your daily life. God is near when our hearts are broken (PS 34:17&18) and He has provided his Word to comfort us in our times of distress. Always remember this.
Sincerely, DEE
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Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel8851 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077-2224
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