Steven Reid

Steven Lee Reid, 51, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2014

For every ending, no matter how tragic, there will be a new beginning. On August 20th at 12:19 pm Steven took his last breath, as a single lonely tear fell from his eye. But his life will go on in the hearts of all he touched. A violent crime took his life far too early and it took a courageous passerby to stop and help him, as he was fighting for his life. The hearts he has touched, the memories he left behind, that crazy smile, his hard on the outside personality, and twisted humor were definitely one of a kind.

Tonight as we look to Heaven, we notice a bright new star in the sky, bigger and much brighter than the rest, just above the river to the west. Enjoy your journey, you are free to go on as you please. As you are riding to the rainbows edge, stop and say “Hello” to Rod and tell him that we are all doing fine. Check in on us from time to time, because we’ll always need you by our sides.

We hope that you’ve found peace and that you’ve been released of your worldly struggles. And that from the Heavens you can see how deeply you are loved.

May peace be with you and calm waters for fishing, since your work on Earth is done. Save us all spot, until we meet again. Godspeed.

Steven served in the U.S. Air Force. He was a fanatic Philadelphia Eagles fan. He was also an avid fisherman, loved writing and drawing, and long distance running.

Steven is survived by his children, Steven Lee Reid, Jr., Seth J. (Sara) Reid, Connor Reid, and Zane Reid; parents, Sheldon “Shot” and Sharon Reid; brothers, Jeff (Diane) Reid, Scott (Tami) Reid, and Paul David Reid; sisters, Teyvia (Doug Hiles) Reid and Whitney (Derek) Nicholson; special friend, Joyce; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.

Steven was preceded in death by his loving brother, Sheldon Rodney Reid.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Thursday at the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME, Lancaster. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Lancaster. Family and friends may visit from 2-4 and 6-8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Steven to the funeral home or one of the funds set up in his name at the Bremen Bank or Chase Bank to assist with funeral expenses.

Funeral Service

Thursday August 28, 2014 , 1:00 PM at Frank E. Smith Funeral Home

Visitation

Wednesday August 27, 2014 , 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Frank E. Smith Funeral Home

Visitation

Wednesday August 27, 2014 , 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Frank E. Smith Funeral Home