Celebrating the life of
William Joseph Reid
February 13, 1940 - September 25, 2016
SAVANNAH: William J. Reid, (76), died September 25, 2016 at home under the care of Hospice Savannah surrounded by his wife and children. He was born in Burlington, IA and lived in Dallas, TX for most of his adult life before moving to Savannah, GA to be near his daughter and youngest grandchildren.
Bill started his 40 year career working for Motorola, Harris Corp, to become a CEO with Music and Sound, Mizar Inc., and several other technology companies in Dallas TX. He matured into a serial entrepreneur and developed a number of patents used in the communications and technology industry in addition to consulting with several public technology companies over his career.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 6:30 pm on September 28, 2016 followed by rosary prayer at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The funeral mass will be at Blessed Sacrament on September 29, 2016 at 11:00 am.
The family suggests any remembrances be made in his memory to Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org/donate or to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Bill and Marilyn were married for 52 years raising three children and enjoying seven grandchildren.
Bill is survived by his wife, Marilyn Kay Reid, and his children Gregory Reid, Jeffrey Reid, Elizabeth Reid DeWitt. His grandchildren include: Jack, Madison, Caroline, Cooper, Mary Tarver Reid and Jasmine and Reid DeWitt. Bill’s siblings are Patricia Morales of Phoenix, AZ; Michael (and Karole) Reid of Iowa City, IA; Richard (and Mary) Reid of East Lansing, MI.
May Jehovah give your family the needed strength to cope with the loss of your loved one. Isaiah 65:17
- Jehovah's Witnesses, ,
Marilyn I was so sorry to hear of Bill's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Judith Bryant Hughes
- Judith Bryant Hughes, Richardson, TX,
We were so fortunate to have you as our next-door neighbors for a number of years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Kay and Herb Sherrow, Richardson, TX
Marilyn, My condolences to you and your family. May you feel the warm embrace of God as you travel through this difficult time. Blessings, Ann Herman
- Ann Herman, Fairview, TX
Marilyn and family, we send our deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of your husband, father,& grandfather. I know the future is uncertain, but know that we are praying for you. May our Heavenly Father bless you all with peace.
- Sandi & Steve Winter, Houston, TX
Dear Marilyn, Greg, Jeff and Beth: We were so sorry to learn of Bill's death. We have so many fond memories of our families growing up together and all the good times together! May God bless and comfort you during this trying time and always! We will keep you all and Bill in our prayers. Love, The Monaghans
- Joanne and Ed Monaghan, Scott & Suzie, Richardson, , Tx.
Dear Marilyn, Greg, Jeff,and Beth; We would like to give each of you a big hug!!! It is tough to lose a man like Bill but knowing that he is resting in God's arms and totally at peace will help all of you as you go forward. We have so many good memories of all of you. Love from Zella, Bob, Revis,Rob, and Alan
- Zella and Bob Meeks, Richardson, TX, 75080
May Jehovah give your family the needed strength to cope with the loss of your loved one. Isaiah 65:17
- Jehovah's Witnesses, ,
Marilyn I was so sorry to hear of Bill's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Judith Bryant Hughes
- Judith Bryant Hughes, Richardson, TX,
We were so fortunate to have you as our next-door neighbors for a number of years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Kay and Herb Sherrow, Richardson, TX
Marilyn, My condolences to you and your family. May you feel the warm embrace of God as you travel through this difficult time. Blessings, Ann Herman
- Ann Herman, Fairview, TX
Marilyn and family, we send our deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of your husband, father,& grandfather. I know the future is uncertain, but know that we are praying for you. May our Heavenly Father bless you all with peace.
- Sandi & Steve Winter, Houston, TX
Dear Marilyn, Greg, Jeff and Beth: We were so sorry to learn of Bill's death. We have so many fond memories of our families growing up together and all the good times together! May God bless and comfort you during this trying time and always! We will keep you all and Bill in our prayers. Love, The Monaghans
- Joanne and Ed Monaghan, Scott & Suzie, Richardson, , Tx.
Dear Marilyn, Greg, Jeff,and Beth; We would like to give each of you a big hug!!! It is tough to lose a man like Bill but knowing that he is resting in God's arms and totally at peace will help all of you as you go forward. We have so many good memories of all of you. Love from Zella, Bob, Revis,Rob, and Alan
- Zella and Bob Meeks, Richardson, TX, 75080
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
