John W. Reid, 49
…of Tewksbury, formerly of Westford…
TEWKSBURY: John William Reid, age 49, a longtime resident of Tewksbury, died Saturday, November 22, 2003 at his home in Tewksbury.
He was born in Boston on September 14, 1954, the son of Barbara R. (Standeven) Reid who survives him of Tewksbury and the late John W. Reid.
Mr. Reid was raised in Tewksbury. He attended Tewksbury schools, graduating from Tewksbury Memorial High School in 1972. He later attended Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, where he received an Associates Degree. Following graduation, he attended Lowell University (U.Mass-Lowell) and was a member of the Sigma Phi Omicron fraternity.
Mr. Reid resided in Westford for 21 years until 1999 when he returned to live in Tewksbury.
He was employed for 18 years by the Microsemi Company of Melrose, where he worked as a facilities manager.
He enjoyed many activities especially golfing and fishing.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter; Stefanie L. Reid of Groton; his son; Michael J. Reid of Groton; his brother; U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt., Steven S. Reid currently stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC; his former wife; Cheryl L. (Fadden) Reid; also many cousins. Mr. Reid was the brother of the late Mark and David Reid.
A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Christ Church United, 10 Arlington St., Dracut. At the request of the family there are No Calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Assoc., Always & Forever Program, P.O. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720 would be appreciated