Maxwell Norman “Norm” Reid
Died: December 10, 2010 | Place: Richmond Woods Retirement Home
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Reid, Maxwell Norman……April 15, 1928 to Dec. 10, 2010, Passed away peacefully in London, Ont. in his 83rd year. Dearly beloved spouse of 50 years of Teresa (Terry) Shalla (deceased Dec. 11, 2004). Wonderful, loving father of Sheila and Peter McCabe (Belleville), Carol and Peter Brennan (Toronto), Michael and Kim Reid (Waterloo), Andrea and Rick Neufeld (London). Dearly loved by his grandchildren: Daniel, Michael, & Damian McCabe, Reid & Kristen Brennan, Ben (Lynda Paquette), Jaime & Katie Reid, Blake, Max and Jack Neufeld, and by great-grandson, Jayden Reid. “Uncle Norm’s” humour and love will be missed by his many nieces and nephews across Canada. Maxwell Norman was born in Heart’s Delight, Nfld. to Ethel Mariah Green and Archelaus Alexander Reid. He is predeceased by brother Bartlett, Lewis and his wife Gwen, brother Eldred and sisters Frances, and Aletha. He will be greatly missed by his sister-in-law Lydia Green (Bartlett dec.) of Hickman’s Harbour, Nfld. and by brothers Gord (Ruth), and Bill (Donna) of Heart’s Delight and Curtis( Jean) of Scarborough and by sister-in-law Louise (Eldred dec.) of Scarborough. This past summer, he returned to Newfoundland with his children and enjoyed a family reunion in Heart’s Delight with many members of the Reid/Green family. After a few years of teaching in Labrador, Norm began a lifetime career at Bank of Montreal that took him,Terry and their family to many cities across Canada: Montreal, Sherbrooke, Que., Barry’s Bay, Renfrew, Almonte, Cornwall, St. John’s, Toronto, Woodstock, Sault Ste. Marie, Waterloo, Tilsonburg, and Windsor. Norm and Terry were married in Terry’s hometown of Barry’s Bay in 1954, a place that became his much loved “second home”. Dad’s trademarks were his love of family and friends, his quick humour, his magnanimous hospitality and, of course, his exemplary grammar! He loved travelling to visit friends and family for a good game of bridge or “just a taste” of rum (no ice). Whether dressed in a Santa suit, a Hallowe’en costume, or a Beatles’ wig, he always had a smile, a hug and a firm handshake. Wherever he and Mom went, they made a happy home, lifetime friends and taught us what really matters in life. We will truly miss him. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Sunday, December 12th, 2010 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Family Parish, 777 Valetta Street, on Monday, December 13, 2010 at 3:00pm. with Father Peter Poel celebrant. Cremation to follow with a private family interment at a later date. Prayers Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock. In Dad’s memory this Christmas, please donate to those in need in your community or to the Special Ability Riding Institute (SARI), 12659 Medway Road, R.R.#1 Arva, Ontario, N0M 1C0. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com.
God made a beauteous garden
With lovely flowers strown,
But one straight, narrow pathway
That was not overgrown.
And to this beauteous garden
He brought mankind to live,
And said: “To you, my children,
These lovely flowers I give.
Prune ye my vines and fig trees,
With care my flowerets tend,
But keep the pathway open
Your home is at the end.”
Robert Frost
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I had the great pleasure of meeting Norm when I worked at Richmond Woods. He was a very special man with a great sense of humour! Norm and I shared many jokes together and I will never forget his mischievous smile. He will be missed by many.
Samantha
To the Reid family, our most sincere condolence on the loss of your dear Dad. We wish you love and comfort, as you relect on the many happy times you shared. Sincerely Peggy (Corrigan) and Bob Dench
It was an honour to know such an amazing man. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wonderful family.
Norm you will be missed by many.
Andrea, Rick and Boys ~ We are sad to hear of your father’s passing. Please accept our warm thoughts, prayers and sympathy. We wish you PEACE as you celebrate his life. We hope you carry great memories of your wonderful father and grandfather for the rest of your lives.
With Love,
Randy and Frieda Lepp
Sheila, Carol, Mike, Andrea and families. My sincere condolences at the loss of your wonderful father. Both of your parents were so kind to Gary and I when we were just starting out and it was much appreciated. Again, my sincere condolences,
Lynda, Stephanie, Carolyn, Steve and families
My sincere condolences to Carol and all the Reid family members – I had the pleasure of working with Norm in Windsor.Also had the pleasure of working with Carol in Niagara Falls so have known the family for many years. Alot of good memories and lunches with Norm after Terry passed. He will be missed by alot of family and former colleagues. Always enjoyed his sense of humour. May the memories keep you going. God bless all of you
Our deepest sympathy to all the Reid family. Your father was such a kind, warm, fun person. He always showed genuine concern and caring for all the Corrigan family. I have been going through my parents’ (Joe and Mary) pictures and so many of them of them include your Mom and Dad – laughing, singing, and having a great time. From parties in Woodstock to relaxing in Port Elgin, your parents were an important part of their lives. I hope the wonderful memories of your Dad help you through this difficult time.
Dan and Patricia
Sheila, Carol, Michael, Andrea, and family,
We were very sorry and saddened to hear of your dad’s and grand-dad’s passing. He wasn’t just a brother or brother-in-law or uncle, he was like a parent to us. He really treated us all special and made sure that we were all taken care of.
Even though we lived miles apart, we were always close at heart. We will always cherish the wonderful memories especially our Reid/Green reunion this past summer. It sure did reveal the closeness of our family.
May God bless each and every one of you.
Gord, Ruth & family, Donna, Bill & family …
Dear Rick, Andrea, Blake, Max and Jack,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad and grampa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you this weekend as you celebrate his life, and may the wonderful memories of him bring peace to you.
Dave, Char, and the girls
Dear,Sheila,Carol, Mike,and Andrea
We were so sorry to hear of the news of the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by so many.
His spirit will live on in each of you and in the lives of your children.
We will remember him as a man of great wisdom, with a wonderful sense of humor.
The lessons he taught about the importance of family shines through when we see you with your own families. He is still with you when you are together. May you find strength in each other at this sad time in your lives.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen,Mark, Doug and Liz
Trinnear
I am very sorry, I missed Funeral Mass due inclement weather.
I had the distinct pleasure of
working with Norm at Corporate, Audit, Toronto and Commercial Banking Unit Tillsonburg. I know the family is very proud of Norm and he was a true professional.He always set very high standards for his fellow BMO associates to follow.
My deepest condolances to the Reid family!
Roy
Dear Andrea, Rick, Blake, Max and Jack
David and I were so very sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved father. My heart breaks for you, and especially for your wonderful boys, who have lost their dear grandfather. We are thinking of your family and wishing you strength, love and peace at such a sad time. I wish that I could hug you all today. May happy memories of your father (and your mother, also) fill your hearts, always,
With deepest sympthay,
Adrianna
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.