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Rufus Reid Obituary
August 21, 1935 - September 20, 2024
Charlotte, North Carolina - Rufus Eugene Reid, Jr.(Gene) of Charlotte, NC passed away peacefully at his home on September 20, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Gene was born August 21, 1935 to the late Rufus E Reid, Sr. and late Helen Goodrum Reid in Davidson, NC. After graduating from North Mecklenburg High School in 1953 as a student athlete, Gene attended Davidson College for two years. He then earned his BS and MA in Mathematics at Appalachian State University in 1957. He taught math for 12 years at East Mecklenburg High School and 28 years at CPCC. He was awarded CPCC's Teacher of the Year in 1989 before retiring in 1997. His retirement years were spent working at the Family Life Center at Hickory Grove Baptist Church. All that knew Gene will remember him fondly for his gift to make others laugh and his enthusiasm for trains. He was deeply loved by his family and will be truly missed!
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Hilda Lynn Reid. He is survived by his four children Parks Reid, Kelly Reid, Jody Reid and Marty Reid, two sister-in-laws, JoAnn Cecil and Barbara Mamer and nieces and nephews.
A celebration of his life will be held at the home Saturday, October 12, 2024 between 2:00-4:00 p.m.
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Lane Adams
October 14, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss. I remember Gene and Lynn from the train store on Charlotte. He was a good man, and he did love his trains.
Howard Nicholson
September 30, 2024
Mr. Reid was my tennis coach at East. In 1968, we were a talented team and through his example, he made us better. He was a patient coach and, more importantly, a first class man. He wa.s one of the shining lights that lit the path through my adolescence. We are all the richer for having known him
Karen Lowder
September 27, 2024
Gene was a wonderful man.He was a great friend and will be missed but he is with his wife now.Thinking of you at this time and sending prayers and love your way.
Karen
Barbara Mamer
September 27, 2024
Thank you, God, for the life of Gene Reid. He, along with my sister, created a memorable, welcoming home for all who entered. Gene was jovial, stedfast and committed to his family....so genuine. He was our family treasure and will be greatly missed.
Richard Bober
September 25, 2024
At East Mecklenburg, Mr Reid was my algebra teacher.
About 25 years after graduating, saw Mr Reid at a toy train show. Gotta tell ya, Mr Reid loved toy trains, & I don´t think there ever was a toy train show he didn´t like.
RIP!
Connie Smith Brown
September 24, 2024
Mr. Reid was my favorite teacher. I had him for math at East Mecklenburg. What an amazing man. I know he was a blessing to everyone fortunate to know him. Prayers and God´s blessings on your family.
Aquanetta
September 23, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joey Fortner
September 23, 2024
Eugene was one of my husband (Ted),s best friends. He was loved.
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