Obituary of Charles Reid

Dr. Charles Reid, DVM went to his heavenly home surrounded by his loved ones on December 18, 2020. He was born July 4, 1925 to George and Fannie Casey Reid in Elizabeth City, NC. He graduated From Elizabeth City High School on June 3, 1943. He went to Kansas State University and graduated with a degree in Veterinary Medicine on May 28, 1950. Charles moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL after graduation and got a job at an Animal Clinic. After a few years, he moved to Clewiston where he started his own practice, also marrying Betty Jean Bretz in 1959. He worked as a Veterinarian with many Ranchers throughout his career and even traveling to Venezuela, Mexico and Republic of Guinee researching Cattle. He worked with FFA and was a member of the American Brahman Breeder Association. He had his own herd of Red Brahman Cattle and enjoyed working with large animals. Charles also called “Doc” was a mentor to many Young Men that worked for him throughout the years. He also enjoyed Hunting with his Son, Eddie and other Family & Friends in Florida and especially in South Carolina. Doc was known and loved by many and was always eager to help anyone who needed a helping hand. Doc also loved going to church at Hi Haven Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, George Reid, and sister, Jean Farmer. He leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Betty Jean Reid, son, Eddie (Cathy) Reid, daughter, Kathy Hooks, all of Clewiston, granddaughter, Olivia Hooks, of Stuart, FL., step grandson, T.J. Hooks, Sebring, FL and Marcus Walker, Clewiston, FL. A memorial service will be held at Evangel Assembly of God in Clewiston on December 22, 2020 at 4 pm. In Lieu of Flowers a Donation can be made in Charles’ name to Hi Haven Baptist Church, 200 CR 720, Clewiston, FL 33440.