Wayne Reid

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Wayne A. Reid, 85, of Cumming, GA on April 17th, 2025. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Lillian Coffey Reid and Wayne Whipple Reid, also brothers Kenneth Reid of Virginia Beach, VA. and Gary Reid of Charlotte, NC. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Brenda Reid, sons John Gilder of Winder and Jeffrey Gilder (Genie) of Roswell, brothers Emery Reid of Lenoir, NC, David Reid of Parker, CO, sister Gail Reid of Lenoir, NC and special friends Tom and Sherry Wilburn of Suches. Fondly remembering “Papa” will be grandchildren Megan Gilder and daughter Caroline, Haley Gilder and children Theodore and Scottlin, Griffin Gilder, and 2nd LT Grayson Gilder.

Wayne was born in Granite Falls, NC. He attended Oak Hill High School earning varsity letters in baseball, football, and basketball. After graduating, he proudly enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served with honor in the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, NC. Wayne was a true patriot. After his military service ended, he began a career in mortgage banking.

Those who knew Wayne will remember his love of reading; he had a special fondness for history and was rarely seen without a book nearby on the topic. Wayne had an insatiable love of learning.

Wayne’s passion for the outdoors was equally as strong. An avid hunter, Wayne cherished the time he spent in nature and delighted in sharing his skills and knowledge with his children and grandchildren. Some of his most treasured memories were made on hunting trips to Alaska, Montana and Colorado where he found deep joy, peace, and connection.

Wayne lived a life full of passion, purpose, and quiet strength. His legacy will live on in the stories he shared and the lessons he taught. His memories will remain a guiding light for all who loved him.

Services to honor his life will be on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at 1pm at:

McDonald and Son Funeral Home

150 Sawnee Drive

Cumming, GA 30040

Burial will follow at Sawnee View Memorial Gardens, Cumming GA.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the memory of Wayne A. Reid to The Wounded Warriors at

woundedwarriorsproject.org.

You can also visit the link above to obtain the form and address for check donations if preferred.