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BORN
12/10/2004
DIED
09/18/2024
Aurega Reid Obituary
She was born Padraig Ryland Reid on December 10, 2004, in Huntsville. Aurega, known as Aurie, is survived by her father, Robert K. Reid and mother, Molly Pettis Reid; her uncles, James R. Pettis, David L. Pettis, Roy A. Pettis, Kenneth Manning, David Jeffrey Reid, Kelly Hardeman, and Freddy Vandiver; and her aunts, Alicia Pettis, Beverly Pettis, Kandy Pettis, Jane Manning, Tonya Kim Godfrey, Vicki Roach, Jaime Hardeman, and Erica Vandiver. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, James C. Pettis and Bernice Ryland Pettis of Huntsville, Robert Odell "Bobby" Reid and Geraldine Mitchell Reid of Muscle Shoals and Billie Merle Vandiver of Chattanooga.
Aurega lived in Huntsville and attended Montessori School of Huntsville after living in the UK in her early years. Aurega completed her homeschool studies in 2023. She spoke fluent Spanish, taught herself Latin and was studying Arabic and Akkadian. She loved Greek philosophy (particularly Plato) and all things ancient. She anticipated becoming a historian and archeologist specializing in Sumerian Studies as well as a linguist. She worked for her mother doing data entry. She played guitar masterfully and wrote heavy metal grind core music as well as electronica and blues. She was proud to have attended one of BB King's last concerts. She was sharp-witted, strong-willed and brilliantly funny. Aurega was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Nativity in Huntsville along with her parents. She read a wide variety of sacred texts and prayed daily.
A private funeral will be held.
The family asks that those who wish to honor her please make donations to Shenanigans Comedy Theatre in her name.
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Aunt Jane
May 16, 2025
All love! Forever!
Jobie
October 22, 2024
Aurie was my closest friend, and I do hope she felt the same way about me. I loved her so so much and my heart goes out to her family. We would constantly video call and I´m so lucky to have met her. She had her own struggles yet always supported me to the best of her ability. I´m not one for prayer, but with how devout of a Christian she was, I made sure to pray for her and I hope others will do the same. I love you so much Aurie and I will always miss you. You mattered more than you will ever know.
Cain
October 12, 2024
Olivia
October 9, 2024
Sam
October 9, 2024
Molly
October 8, 2024
Thomas Shetler
October 8, 2024
Aurie even though we were miles apart you never failed to make me laugh, I love you friend, your humor, curiousity and creativity were unmatched, you were one of very best out there, and it fills me with great sorrow that I didn't get to tell you how much you met to me before you left us. I sincerely hope your family can heal aswell I can't image the pain their in.
Cain.
October 8, 2024
I'm going to miss you so much, your humor and your presence were always such a comfort to me. I wish I had met you long before I did so I could've gotten to know you better, and I'm so grateful for the time I did get. You were a beautiful soul.
Olivia
October 8, 2024
gosh i never expected to be writing this, but.
i miss you. you always made me laugh and i wish we had more time together. i will always hold you in my heart and i miss you so much.
Terri French
September 30, 2024
Holding your family in the light. I´m so very sorry for your loss your loss.
The Montessori School of Huntsville
September 29, 2024
The Montessori School of Huntsville is grieving the loss of this beautiful soul. Such an impact was made on the lives of our teachers, and we will always remember.
Rebecca Psigoda
September 26, 2024
Holding you all in my heart and wrapping you in light and love. If comfort were a thing I could give, I would give it now. Gentle hugs Robert and Molly.
Kathy Fisher
September 24, 2024
Molly and Robert, my heart goes out to you in the loss of your precious child. I will always treasure the music classes and camps we had at MSH over the years. Aurie was a special soul indeed! She certainly was a bright light. Love to you and all who held her dear.
Regena Garrepy
September 24, 2024
Molly and Robert, I´m holding you both in my heart. May you find love and support through each other and all around you through this terrible loss. She was very loved.
Vira Ceci
September 24, 2024
Sending my condolences. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Tracy Farquhar
September 24, 2024
Holding all who love and miss her in a space of love. Her spirit lives on.
Jody Weinstein
September 24, 2024
Molly,
So heart wrenching. I´m sorry.
You´ve talked about her and how smart and fascinating she was. I want to hear more.
I love you dearly.
Heather Bond
September 24, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. If you need anything or to share your sorrows with someone, I will be here.
Bob Baker
September 24, 2024
So very sorry too hear about this and I know your loss is unfathomable.
Mary A Billings
September 24, 2024
So very sorry for your loss.
Kelly Shannon
September 24, 2024
Molly and Robert, I am so sorry for your profound loss. My heart is broken for you both. May your loving memories bring you some comfort.
Much love, Kelly Shannon
Zulmara Maria
September 23, 2024
Holding sacred space for your family during this time of transition. Love to all of you!!
James and Erin
September 23, 2024
I will carry her in my heart and remember the many wonderful things about her. Praying that the Lord will comfort your hearts like only he can. Love you both!
Franne and Bob Demetrician
September 23, 2024
Holding you both in an embrace of love and comfort at this very sad time of loss.
Joti Locker
September 23, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Aurega fondly from karate days. May she be in peace. My heart goes out to you both.
Karen Esbensen
September 23, 2024
Molly and Robert I am so sorry for this tremendous loss. She IS an incredible soul and has gone on to do other work now. Love you both.
Jo Harrington
September 23, 2024
Molly, my heart aches for you. Sending you so, so much love.
Jo Harrington
Gillian Stocks
September 23, 2024
Molly and Robert my heart is with you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sylvia toffel
September 23, 2024
Molly , Robert , I am so sad feeling in my body . I wander around feeling an emptiness as I know you are. I am so sorry , sylvia
Linda Turner
September 23, 2024
May Aurega's memory bring comfort to you and Robert. I am hugging you in my heart. - Much love, Linda Turner
Mary Jo
September 23, 2024
Holding you all with love in my heart.
Jessie Douglas
September 23, 2024
I never got to meet Aurega, but as a friend of Molly's, I want to extend my sincerest condolences. Sending love and swift healing to your family.
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