Jack D. Reid

INDIANAPOLIS - Jack D. Reid, 87, of Indianapolis, went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 6, 2024. He was born on July 13, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Kelso M. and Martha Reid.

He graduated from Emerich Manual High School in 1955. He was an electrician for 42 years. During that time, he worked for Miller-Eads Company. He was a member of IBEW Local 481. He had his own microwave oven repair business for a short time. After he retired, he worked at the Statehouse as a doorkeeper for the Indiana House of Representatives and the Indiana Senate.

He married the love of his life, Marilyn (Fields) Reid on June 22, 1958. He was a servant of God and lifelong member of University Heights United Methodist Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family, working on puzzles, and helping those around him. He was a true “Jack of all trades”. He worked hard to provide for his family, but always made time to joke and laugh. He had a laugh and a smile that could light up a room and always tried to bring joy to those around him.

He is survived by his daughters, Rebecca Reid Hockemeyer and Donna Long (Kevin); his sons, Paul Reid and Eric Reid (Deanna); and eight grandchildren, Alex (Katie), William (Olivia), Cierra, Mia, Bristen, Callie, Gianna, and Jack; his sister JoAnn Balza.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years; his parents, and his sister Nancy Stenger.

Visitation will be Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis, IN. Funeral Service will be conducted 11:00am on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at University Heights United Methodist Church, 4002 Otterbein Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227, with additional visitation from 10:00am until time of service.

He will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to University Heights United Methodist Church.