William James Reid

August 26, 2021

REID, William James

November 20, 1937 – August 26, 2021

Calgary Didsbury

William James “Jim” Reid longtime resident of Rocky View County passed away at the Didsbury Hospital on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at the age of 83 years.

Jim is lovingly remembered by his son, Bill (Brandii); grandsons, Jordan and Justin and their mom, Brenna; 2 great grandchildren, Colin and Owen; Jim’s mother, Margie; sister, Peggy (Ken) Sauter; brother, Ken (Terry) Reid; as well as friend, Deanna; sisters-in-law, Ann Schofield, Adair Forsythe, Barbara Costigan and Cathy McKay. Jim was predeceased by his wife, Helen; father, Frank; and sister, Rae.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Crossfield Community Hall on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the Airdrie Lions Club, 339 Sagewood Place SW, Airdrie, AB, T4B 3M8 or the Chairty of donors choice.

Messages of Condolence

The Reid family So sorry for loss of Jim-he was a great visitor to Dad-crib made the days go by faster-great guy-will be missed

- Bill Morison

I pass along our deepest sympathy to the Reid family.

- Earl Scott

Bob and I send our sympathy to all the family. We enjoyed getting to know Jim when we owned the Balzac Store.

- Bob and Shirley Priebe

Our deepest condolences for your loss.

- Irene Clayton, Lisa and Garvin Clayton

Our condolences to the Reid family. Jim always had a toothpick, a smile, and time for a visit. Wonderful man who will be missed by all.

- Gary & Connie Olsen

Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our condolences to the family and Deanna. He will missed by all who knew him.

- Hale Ramsey

Jim was a great friend and advisor. Always had tips for Joanne and I when we planted a garden next to Helen's on his farm. Will miss our chats at the Best Western. So very sorry for your loss. Peter & Joanne Courtney

- Peter & Joanne Courtney

Bill and your family, we are very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Condolences to all.

- Jerry and Patty Knight

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to all the families on the passing of Jim. Mel grew up with Jim and we were friends for a very long time. He will be missed by a large number of people and family members.

- Vera Bowen

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