Robert Howard Reid

Robert Howard Reid, 76, of Pine Forest Drive, Siler City died Thursday, September 19, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Reid was born in Chatham County on February 22, 1937 the son of Irving Crumpler and Ruby (Fox) Reid. Robert was a member of Rocky River Baptist Church, an alumnus of East Carolina University and had been a member of the Pirate Club for 35 years. He was the owner of the Pittsboro NAPA Auto Parts Store. He was a member of the Siler City Masonic Lodge # 403 where he had served as a past Master. Robert was on the Board of Directors at First Citizens Bank in Pittsboro. The family wishes to express their appreciation to caregivers, Steve, Tara and Sandy. He is survived by his wife: Betty (Harris) Reid; two sons: Robert H. Reid, Jr. and wife, Jamie of Sanford, NC, Stan Reid and wife, Lea of Siler City, NC; grandchildren, Asa and Joey Reid of Sanford, NC. The family will receive friends Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 1:00-3:00 PM at Rocky River Baptist Church, 4436 Siler City-Snow Camp Road, Siler City, NC. The funeral will be Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 3:00 PM at Rocky River Baptist Church with Rev. Greg Burriss officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Alzheimers Association, Western Carolina Chapter, 3800 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215-3220. Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.