Ronald "Ron" Reid
May 22, 2026
REID, Ronald George – Passed away at Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday May 22, 2026 at the age of 76 years. Survived by his loving and devoted wife and best friend Donna Reid (née MacEachern) for over 54 years. He will be missed by his daughter and biggest fan Trina Reid and will be celebrated daily by his grandchildren and namesake Geron Weber, John Ray and Kennedy Ray. He is survived by his sisters; Marilyn Kinston, Susan (Paul) Finn, Tacey (Frank) Haid, and Dawn MacEachern, his special aunt: Isabella McLellan, sisters and brothers-in-law: Donna (Rich) Kalen, Lois (Leonard) Schmidt, Brenda (Terry) Schmidt, Earl Tucker, Janice Reid, Ken (Debbie) Reid, Alan Reid, and Kevin Reid. Ron will be missed dearly by his extended family and friends whose lives he touched with his big heart, endless wisdom and sense of humour. He is predeceased by his parents Clifton & Pearl (née McLellan) Reid and Roger & Eveleen MacEachern, his sisters Julie Laithwaite and Joyce Tucker, and his brothers Howard Reid, Fred Kingston, Ken MacEachern, and Jim MacEachern.
Ron had a lengthy battle with Leukemia, but chose to walk on and live with dignity to see his family grow and flourish. He was a true hero to those who knew him.
Ron would never shy away from a hard day’s work, in fact, he loved his work and was greatly respected by his employers and co-workers. There was not a machine that Ron could not operate and fix.
Ron was involved in the family horse training business, starting at a young age. He was involved in training some world class champions. He was an avid reader, full of knowledge from current world issues to history, he was truly informed, interested in learning and teaching others.
He loved car racing, whether it was racing cars, building cars, or watching a good race, some of his fondest memories were at various racetracks, especially watching open wheel dirt car racing.
Ron celebrated every moment and felt he lived a good life. He saw a lot and lived a lot. He knew who his people were. He was proud of his grandchildren and loved his wife in ways that could not be measured. Ron leaves behind many shared stories of love, hard work, good times and inspiration. He was delt a tough hand in his young life, but found true love and lived a life worth living on his own terms. Leaving this earth is heartbreaking for his family, but Ron’s spirit will flourish in his family forever, until they are called back home to be with him again.
Ron was proud of his grandchildren and ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to his grandson, John Ray’s Go Fund Me for his Wheelchair Van, or to the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation, as he and his family were grateful for the care offered to them. A Celebration of Ron’s Life will he held at a later date. England Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. Condolences and online donations available at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Condolences
Donna and family, please accept our deepest condolences on Ron's passing.
Ron and I had a lot of good times, whether we were racing or drilling.
Dearest Donna, Trina, Geron, John, and Kennedy. Our thoughts are with you all during this terribly difficult time. Ron will be missed by so many! Love to you guys!
— Erin, Liam, and Keenan McArthur, June 3, 2026Dear Donna, Trina and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I hadn’t realized he’d been ill for so long, and I am heartbroken for your loss and all he went through over these past years.
What I remember most about him is warmth, and his beautiful, easy smile. He was a genuinely kind man, and always made me feel seen and welcome. He was truly a wonderful man, and will be deeply missed.
Holding you close in my thoughts and sending you my love and heartfelt condolences.
Jody
Donna, Trina and family,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of our cousin Ron.
Our thought and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Edith & Grant Fotheringham
Donna and family, our sincere condolences on the loss of Ron. Cherish your memories, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Gord and Mary MacEachern, May 27, 2026Trina and family. I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories bring some light through these tough times. My thoughts are with your whole family during this difficult time.
— Stephanie Warner, May 27, 2026Our deepest condolences on Ron's passing
— Kevin, May 27, 2026Donna and Trina, sending you my sincere sympathy during this difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories. Ron was a caring, kind husband and father, I know he will be deeply missed.
— Shannon Lipskie, May 27, 2026So sorry yo hear of your loss. My sympathy to all
— Sharon wilson, May 26, 2026Dear Trina, your mum and kiddos, sending my love to you. He was one of my favourite " friend dad", and I have special memories from when we were kids. In the last few years your stories and chats let me know him a little bit more. You and the kids carry him on in who you are and your stories you tell. He was and will always be so proud of you, and I don't think he will ever truly leave your side. Hugs to all you,
Nicole
We are very sorry for your loss.
Ron was an excellent co-worker and will be greatly missed.
My
— RICK MARSHALL, May 26, 2026Dear Donna, Trina and family
We were very saddened to hear of Ron’s passing.
Our sincerest condolences.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Margaret Mary xoxoxo
Donna and Family. My sincere sympathy to your family at this very sad time.
Keep your memories close to your heart.
Diane McLellan
Condolences to the whole family. Ron and I worked and played together a lot of years ago but I never forgot those times. He loved to work hard and we played the same way (racing).
— John Bremmers, May 26, 2026Donna and family our sincere condolences on the passing of Ron.
— Warren and Eleanor (MacEachern) Wolfe, May 26, 2026Donna, Trina and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Sending love and hugs to you. Love Cindy
— Cindy McIntyre Bayer, May 25, 2026Donna and family, we are so sorry to hear about Ron passing away. We are thinking of all of you at the difficult time.
Larry & Jill Duncan
Donna and family, we are so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing thinking that f all of you at this difficult time.
Larry & Jill Duncan
Condolences to Trina and family.
Thinking of you all.
Sincerely Lori and Darren McLean
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing, the very best to all grieving he will be missed by many
— Darlene Rivers, May 25, 2026Sorry for your loss.
Wendy McLellan Smeltzer
Donna and family, you have our deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
George and family
Dear Trina and family;
We are very sorry to hear about your dad's/grandpa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Donna and Bob McFarlane
Dear cousin Donna, so sad to hear of Ron's passing. Sending you and family loving thoughts and prayers. Love always, cousin Bonnie and Bruce
— Bonnie MacEachern and Bruce Leung, May 25, 2026Donna and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs Gary and Sheila
To the Reid family. My condolences to all of you on the passing of Ron
— Karen Rave, May 24, 2026To all of Ronnie’s family our thoughts and condolences are with you at this very difficult time. Carl & Wendy Abbott
— Carl & Wendy Abbott, May 24, 2026Donna and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Wayne and Sandra
— Wayne and Sandra Lytle, May 24, 2026The bond between Trin and her Dad was palpable. The loss she, her mom and kids feel is no doubt equal to the love they have for him, and it was boundless.
All our love in this difficult times
Erin and Chris Kiers
Ron was a wonderful man. He was my landlord for a long time and he became a close friend to my husband and myself. To Donna and Trina you have my deepest condolences. I know you have so much grief now, but your memories will always be there. Deepest condolences to Ron's grandchildren as well. Hugs.
— Helene Jones, May 24, 2026Donna and Families, please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of our Brother, Cherish your memories and we know that Ron will be remembered in many ways, One day at a time, hugs.,
— Ken & Debbie Reid, May 24, 2026