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Rick Reid Obituary
Rick was a dedicated Waukegan Police officer for 22 years before retiring. He cherished his time spent fishing up north with his Dad and son.
He is survived by his two children, Brandon (Mary) Reid and Caitlin (Tony) Moreno, as well as his five beloved grandchildren: Hunter, Harrison, Lily Reid, and Alaina, Jemma Moreno. Rick is also survived by his mother, Kathy Reid, his sister Kathleen (Mark) Koch, his cat Bob, niece Kristyne (Ben) Dolan, and nephew Steven (Tracy) Welch, along with several cousins and close friends, including Mark McCormick, Andrew Karolak, and David Keeling.
Rick was preceded in death by his father, Ron Reid, grandparents, aunts, and uncles.
The memorial service to honor Rick's life will be held on May 19th at Yorkhouse Tavern and Table from 2-4pm in Waukegan, IL. Northern IL Funeral Services is assisting the family with the arrangements.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors, nurses at Vista Hospital, and the nurses at The Grove on the Lake nursing home for their care and support during Rick's illness.
Rick will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
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Jan Gorham
March 26, 2025
Thinking of you cousin. God Bless You
Todd Schmitz
May 18, 2024
I´ll miss the many conversations that we use to have on the phone. Thank you for all the years placing a flag on my father´s grave. I will always remember our times together on the force. Rest in peace my brother in blue.
Caprina jenkins
April 27, 2024
Rick I miss you so much caring for you was more then just being your homemaker you were a very good friend to me and my family may God bless you and love you Ricky R.I.H you are at peace my friend
Jan Gorham
April 17, 2024
Ricky was my cousin. I'm so sorry for his mom and sister and his kids. He was way to young. God bless you cousin. Love you
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Robert Allan Kutzler
April 16, 2024
Rick was a great person, he will be missed, his humor was subtle and direct, he loved busting my balls. Rest in Peace Rick.
Jim McArdle
April 6, 2024
Sorry to hear this. Rick is an absolute character.
I remember the calls I'd get from him, the BS-ing we'd do, and all the times he drove around the neighborhood to keep us "safe".
No matter what, Rick made an impression on everyone he encountered.
He's at peace now, and he deserves that.
Gary W Biggers
April 4, 2024
My prayers are with the family. Rick was a good friend and will be truly missed.
Gina
April 2, 2024
I´m so sorry Kathleen and family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. XOXO
Scott Krefft
April 2, 2024
Our condolences to the Reid family. We lived next door to Kathy and Ron while I was stationed at Great Lakes from 1987 to 1990. Brandon and our two sons would play together in our front yards.
Sally and I wish each of you comfort and peace.
Nancy Swann Wyman
April 1, 2024
I remember when Ricky was born. I'm a cousin, too. It's really sad to lose him so soon.
Kathy Larsen Sivia
April 1, 2024
I went to Jr. High with Rick. We were in the same section and we attended the promotion dance together. I remember we ate pizza at Potesta´s . He was always a super nice guy. Later, we reconnected when we became neighbors in Beach Park. He even did some snow plowing for us.
Kathleen, Mark, and family please accept our condolences.
Gina swann suman
April 1, 2024
Rick is my cousin and it makes me very sad .. he´s gone too soon. He will be missed.
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