REID , Neil Finlay; It is with great sadness that the family of Neil Reid announces his passing on April 28, 2012 at his home on the farm after a brief battle with cancer. Neil was born October 20, 1943 in Springhill, Nova Scotia. He then moved west with his parents in 1946. Neil is survived by the love of his life Beryl of 49 years; their children, Darren (Karla), Dawn (Gary Gerski) and Derrick (Bev); eight grandchildren, Jessica, Ryan, Shawn, Shane, Shelby, Cole, Hunter and Taylor; two great grandchildren, Ty and Kane; mother, Maebelle Nelson; siblings, Jack (Villy), Daryle (Diana), Debbie (Dave Way), Melody (Bruce Langille), Melena (Scott Fennel); and many nieces and nephews. Neil was predeceased by his father, Jack; step-mother, Eva; brother, Wayne; father-in-law, Edwin Altman; and mother-in-law, Edna Yeske. Family was always important to Neil. Neil was his own person and a very hard worker. He liked a challenge, spoke his mind but most of all he was very soft hearted. Neil did many things in his life time including construction, cooking, mechanic, butcher and farmhand. After Neil and Beryl were married, they owned and operated several grocery stores in Saskatoon , Nipawin and Blaine Lake. In 1980 Neil made his dream come true as he purchased the family farm in Hafford. Neil always said the country and the farm was the place to be. Neil, in his own way always believed in the Lord. Out on the tractor, the Man upstairs and Neil would have many conversations. On the morning of his passing Neil asked Dawn "Where am I going today?" "Heaven" she replied. Then he said "I should get going". Within afew hours Neil passed away peacefully. The family would like to thank the Home Care staff, doctors at RUH and Shellbrook staff for their care and compassion through this time. The Funeral Service was held at the Hafford Communiplex on Thursday, May 3 at 1:30 PM officiated by Pastor Dave Way. Special music by Jennifer Lynchuk-Reid and Darren Boser. Donations in memory of Neil may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Hawryluk Funeral Home. 497.3355 ____________________________________________________
