Passed peacefully away on July 1, 2025 Myrtle Eileen Reid at Pleasantview Towers, St. John’s. She was 94 years of age.
Eileen was born on November 7, 1930 to parents Gladstone and Alice Eddy of North Harbour, Placentia Bay. She married Reginald Reid of North Harbour. Together they raised 6 children.
She was predeceased by husband Reginald Reid, twin sister Beatrice Bailey, sisters Rita Hart, Winnie Stacey, and Bertha Stacey; Brothers Willis Eddy, Alfred Eddy, and Gladstone Eddy. Daughter-in-laws Sandra Reid, Shirley Reid and Brenda Reid and Grandson Dean Kelly.
She leaves to mourn her children; Sidney (Sandra), Daphne (Eugene), Melvin (Evelyn), Jerry (Wanda), Leroy (Carla), and Leon (Sonja); 14 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild as well as a large circle of extended family.
Eileen was a quiet natured person. She loved her family and when they were around, she was her happiest. She loved animals especially cats and dogs. In her younger years she could be found out in her garden among her flowers enjoying the outdoors. She did not shy away from hard work. She was a DIY home renovator who hung doors, put up moulding and anything else that needed to be done. Dad would often say he was Mom’s assistant and all he needed was a 4 inch nail.
Resting at Victory Pentecostal Church, North Harbour. Visitation on Thursday, July 3 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 4, 2025 at Victory Pentecostal Church with interment to follow at the Pentecostal Cemetery, North Harbour. In her memory flowers are gratefully accepted or donations may be made to Victory Pentecostal Church, North Harbour.
The family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Heritage Square in Kelligrews where she spent 3 years. Also, the staff from Pleasantview Towers, St. John’s who cared for her the last 2 years. You treated her like family. Your kindness and compassion in caring for our mom will always be remembered.
Forever loved and greatly missed we will cherish your memory until we meet again!
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Rosena Baroo says
July 3, 2025 at 8:43 amCarla,and family ,you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Ira Stacey says
July 3, 2025 at 11:38 amTo the family of Aunt Eileen. My wife and I extend our deepest condolences and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Pastor Frank and Sandra Newbury, Burlington Nl says
July 3, 2025 at 2:14 pmThe Reid family. We were sorry to hear of Eileen ‘s passing, she was a wonderful lady, loved our visits with her listening to her stories of her building projects, we were amazed by her many talents and her beautiful quiet spirit, praying for all your family, God Bless.
Patricia Mahon says
July 3, 2025 at 11:01 pmLeroy, Carla, Alicia, Kaylee & Reid Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and send deepest condolences to you all. I was fortunate enough to meet Mrs Reid and remember her wonderful smile when she would talk about her family, how proud she was and then she would tell a few stories about you all. May your treasured memories bring you a smile and help you through the days ahead. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Patricia (Pat) & Glenn Mahon
Ralph Eddy says
July 4, 2025 at 10:02 amSid, Sandra and the Reid family.
I have lots of good memories of your mom. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Ralph Eddy