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Charles Edward Reid

Charles Edward Reid, Age 67, of Byrneville, Florida, passed away Wednesday, December 05, 2012, surrounded by his loved ones at Covenant Hospice, West Florida Hospital.

He was born on October 22, 1945 to Mary Estelle and Edgar Hugh Reid, Byrneville, Florida. He graduated from Century High School, University of West Florida, entering the U.S. Army as 2nd Lieutenant and serving in Vietnam.

Charles was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Estelle Reid and father, Edgar Hugh Reid. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Christine Reid; son Jason Reid, Flomaton, AL and daughter, Amy Kornegay, Flomaton, AL; granddaughters, Zoe Nadler, Ally Nadler, Mia Kornegay and Jacob Reid; sisters, Ann Smith (Louis), Downsville, LA, Sue Kelly (Philip), Byrneville, FL and many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Friday, December 7, 2012 from 6-8 pm at Petty- Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, Atmore, AL. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 11 am, Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, Atmore, Alabama with Pastor Chris Hawkins officiating.

Burial at Byrneville United Methodist Church, Byrneville, Florida. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request donations be made to Byrneville United Methodist Church, 1351 Byrneville Road, Century FL, 32535.

Pallbearers will be Robert Smith, Keith Holland, Gary Welch, Tommy Ward, Eddie Bondurant, and Richard Collins.

The Family would especially like to thank the Staff of West Florida Hospital Cardiac Care Unit and Covenant Hospice, West Florida Hospital. The love and warmth shown to Charles was inspiring. Thank you. Petty-Eastside Funeral Home, Atmore, AL is in charge of all arrangements.

Express your condolences in our guestbook at pnj.com/obits

Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Dec. 7, 2012.
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Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Allison White Herr

December 14, 2012

Dear Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We all loved Mr. Reid and looked forward to seeing him at dialysis. He will be greatly missed.
Alice, Becky, and Cindy (The girls at Dialysis)

December 8, 2012

Dear Family, We are praying for you now in this time. But I know, even though I didn't Charlie, that he is fishing with his Dad in a golden boat in Heaven. You all keep your faith in Jesus and love the memories you have. Lisa and Ann, we love you.
Dale and Carol Hoover

CAROL HOOVER

December 7, 2012

Paula & Maille Kilcrease

December 7, 2012

Christine, May God's love embrace you and keep you as only his love can.
Charlie was a good friend,neighbor and we will miss him so much.

Donnie & Barbara Kilcrease

December 7, 2012

Ms. Christine you will always have the Memories. They will get you through this. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Sharlene Hopkins Bondurant

December 7, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Betty Mathis Jackson

December 7, 2012

Long live the image of 'Ol Twinkle Toes weaving his way down field! We will miss you, Charlie. May God bless you, Christine, and give you and your family strength each day. Love you.

Richard & Mona McCurdy

December 7, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

David and Crickett Bondurant

December 7, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Preston & Willene Bryan

December 7, 2012

Elisa Crowder

December 7, 2012

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