Curtis

Reid

Mr. Curtis Reid was born on January 6, 1952, to the union of the late Theo A. Reid and the late Mattie Willis Reid in Griffin, Georgia. He received his formal education at Fairmont High School in Griffin, Georgia. In 1975, he furthered his education at Griffin-Spalding County Area Vocational Technical School with a certificate in Brick Masonry.

Mr. Curtis accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age.

Mr. Curtis was enlisted in the United States Marines from 1971-1974. During his employment career he drove delivery trucks for Thomas-Packing Meat Company and various other 18-wheeler companies. He was also employed at Briggs/Stratton until he became disabled.

In his leisure time, Mr. Curtis enjoyed watching cowboy/western movies, Forensic Files, and ME TV. Early each morning, Mr. Curtis would spend time on the front porch sipping coffee and having his peace session. Two of his favorite songs were – "It's in My Heart" and "The Leaning Tree." He enjoyed spending time talking and entertaining family and friends on his front porch. He is known for preparing some tender pig ears, mouth-watering banana pudding, and peach pie.

On Tuesday, August 3, 2021, Mr. Curtis Reid was granted his angel wings and rejoined his Heavenly family. His passing reminds us that angels are watching over us. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife, Mrs. Pauline A. Reid; father, Mr. Theo A. Reid; mother, Mrs. Mattie Reid; and brothers, Mr. Theotis Reid and Mr. James Henry Reid.

Mr. Curtis Reid leaves to cherish his precious memories 2 sons, Tiawan (Lisa) Reid of McDonough, GA and Roderick Barkley of Griffin, GA; devoted friend, Ms. Elizabeth Dallas; 3 sisters, Annie Berry, Maggie Turnipseed, and Sharon Reid Stroud, all of Griffin, GA; 2 brothers, Alex (Faith) Lawrence of Tifton, GA and Kenneth (Sarah) of Griffin, GA; 5 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter; and 2 sisters-in-law, Esther Reid and Annette King. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will miss him dea rly.