Charles Emerson Reid

Charles Emerson Reid

June 15, 1964 - May 03, 2022

Obituary

MADISON - Charles Emerson “Charlie” Reid, age 57, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. He was born on June 15, 1964, in Golden Valley, Minn., the son of Norman and Elizabeth (Croal) Reid.


Charlie graduated from Cooper High School, Minn. and UW-Madison with a bachelor's in history and psychology   He married Karen Kallick on September 20, 1997.


He was a member of Essen Haus Stein Club


Charlie loved to play. He played soccer for the UW Madison, 56ers, and United. Charlie was a larger-than-life individual and always tried to change the world for the better. He enjoyed camping and fishing, had an artistic eye, he was a great photographer, and loved music. Charlie put his family before himself to raise his twin sons.


Charlie is survived by his wife, Karen; sons, Emerson P. Reid, LCpl. Brooks N. Reid, Cody L. Smith and Curran D. (Kris Martin) Smith; four brothers, Michael (Kate) Reid, Jeff Reid, Tom Reid and Rob (Jill) Reid; and two sisters, Nancy Reid and Wendy (Lily) Reid. He was preceded in death by his parents.


A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date

 

Memorials may be gifted in Charlie’s name to Dane County Humane Society or Alzheimer’s research. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420




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Charlie's siblings - aka The Reid kids
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Karen, We know your fierce love sustained Charlie, we will see you at celebration of life! Huge love, Wendy, Tom, Rob, Nan, Jeff, Mike Reid
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Rick Johnson
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Charlie was my friend, my neighbor and my timely reminder to move my car on the street sweeper days. A more passionate story teller I've never met and a larger laugh I've never heard. He had a kind heart and a generous soul and I'm lucky to have known him. Peace to Karen and the boys. Rick Johnson
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Laurie Mitz
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Karen, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and the boys are in our thoughts. Jack, Laurie, and Doris
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Mary albrecht
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I dated Charlie for 4 yers during our high school years. I will always love him.
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Jeri
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Omg ,I'm in shock I have so many good memories growing up together. He was like a brother.

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