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REID, Donald Eugene "Red-Eye" 74, of Dayton, passed away Saturday Sept. 20, 2008 at Hospice of Dayton. Mr. Reid was born in Dayton on June 6, 1934 to Lonnie & Marie (Wertz) Reid. He was a Dayton Fire Fighter for 30 years, former owner of the Northtown Bar, U.S Navy veteran of the Korean War, member of American Legion #613 & the Brookville AmVets. Survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Isabel "Sue" (Rose) Reid; sons & daughters-in-law, Doug & Cindy, Denny & Kim, D. Patrick, Dale & Tonya Reid; grandchildren, Jessica Reid Waldman, Tyler Reid, Brock Reid, Dane Reid & Jordan Reid; brothers & sisters-in-law, Dale & Sue, Dan & Cecilia Reid; numerous other relatives & friends. Funeral service 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at the GEORGE C. MARTIN FUNERAL HOME, "North Dayton Chapel", 5040 Frederick Pike at Needmore Road. Interment Royal Oak Memorial Gardens in Brookville. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the time of service Tuesday at the George C. Martin Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations go to Hospice of Dayton. Condolences may be left for the family at www.georgecmartinfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Reid
Terri Pavelka
September 26, 2008
Sue and family: I just found out about Mr. Reid's passing this morning- I am so sorry to hear this! He was a great man, and I hold dear the memories of my childhood growing up down the street and later working with him on insurance. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Terri Pavelka (Baer)
Lori Kirby (Best)
September 24, 2008
I was very sadden to hear of this loss. I have many wonderful memories growing up around your home. My prayers and best wishes go out to all of the Ried's.
Ray & Mary Hughes
September 24, 2008
To Sue & Family, Don and I were friends for over 30 yrs. He was one of the best Firefighters I ever had the privilege of knowing. Myself & my family enjoyed the many years Don coached the Dayton Firefighters softball team. We will cherish the memories always!
Tammy Carpenter (Sells)
September 23, 2008
My heart goes out to all of you (Reids). What great memories I will cherish from childhood through adult hood. Love you all..
Tammy
Jeanne "Miller" Roberts
September 23, 2008
I wanted to send my love and let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless!
Clay and Denise Robbins
September 23, 2008
To the entire Reid family. I'm really sorry to hear about Don. I have a lot of memories of him during our baseball years at Dayton Veiw Little League. What a great time we all had there. He had a great sense of humor. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Sue Engler
September 23, 2008
My prayers are with you all. He is at peace. I have so many wonderful memories of hanging out at your home. They are cherished.
Sue Peirce Engler
Donna Copp
September 23, 2008
"We're all very sorry to hear about Don. I will always remember all those hot days in the 70's and 80's working construction with my Dad ("Slim") and all those crazy Shrine convention "mornings after". As a child I will always remember his bright blue eyes! You're in our prayers". Donna & Billy Copp~
Mike, Wendy, Jess & Erica Tumey
September 23, 2008
To the Reid Family, Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. You are all in our prayers. May God help you through this. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Steve Goad
September 23, 2008
My thoughts go back to the many great times we had at Meadowdale, and the many memories of Don and Sue always being there for any need that the baseball team had. The entire Reid family is in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Bless you all.
Jerry Harville
September 23, 2008
I was glad to have been able to see Don on a recent visit back to Dayton.
All my prayers and wishes for all family members are with you at this time
Stacey Updyke
September 22, 2008
Hold on to one another during this time of great loss. Don was a fun man and will truly be missed. The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Brock Reid
September 22, 2008
I Love You Grandpa. Rest in Peace.
Kathleen Ernst
September 22, 2008
Dale and Sue, I am sorry to hear of Dale's brothers death. You and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love
Kathy
Gary Angel
September 22, 2008
To all the Reids, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember all the good times in pee wee football because I sure do.
Gary Angel and Family
Sarah Copp
September 22, 2008
I was so sorry to read of your loss. Don and my husband Don (Slim) Copp were great friends back in the 70's and 80's. They enjoyed some good times working together and going on Shrine outings. Your Don was a great friend.
Lisa Wenger
September 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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