Simply CremationMatthew Gerald Reid
Matthew G. Reid, 49, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away January 16, 2018. He was born March 12, 1968 to Larry Reid and Evelyn Brown in Goosebay, Labrador, Canada on the Air Force Base.
Matthew served in the Army / RA from 1988-1995 as a Sargent and received the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the Army Good Conduct Metal, National Defense Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer’s Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Grenade Bar, Sharpshooter, Pathfinder Badge, Parachutist Badge, and Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar. He also enjoyed working for Lockheed Martin.
Matthew is survived by his wife, Marcy Reid; his stepdaughter, Kylie Taylor and stepsons, Ryan Taylor and Devin Taylor; his parents, Larry Reid and Evelyn Brown; his sisters; Diane McClurg, Amy Lockett and Jennifer Brown; and eight grandchildren.
My cousin was a spunky guy – and loved having a good time! He was very proud of his military service- and we are proud of him and what he did for our country! Even if I never got to see him as an adult, I was greatful for being able to connect on facebook. For the family: I hope you can find peace.
One of the best Ground To Air communication specialists I have ever known and I was happy to say that he was Charlie Teams GTA. He was a funny guy who loved being an Airborne/Pathfinder and when he transferred to Germany, we felt the loss. I will miss you “Mongo” and I wish you happy landings. FILO!!!
I am shocked and saddened by Matt’s death. Blessings to Evelyn, Diane, Amy, and Jennifer.
Rest Matthew, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.