Carol Reid

Carol Reid, Beloved wife of the late Daniel. Loving mother of Daniel, Carol Ann and the late Michael and Brian. Adored grandmother of Daniel Jr., Lisa, Michael and Briana.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol's memory, may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Remembrance of Carol Reid

Carol Reid was a fun loving devoted wife, mother, grandmother,

daughter, sister, aunt and family friend to all.

While gathering for her funeral mass is a sad occasion, we must

remember all the good and give thanks for all the memories Carol gave

us. While memories will never replace her, they will help console us

in the coming days. There is one thing we know for certain, Carol has

finally been reunited with her beloved husband Danny and sons

Michael and Brian who she loved and missed dearly. Even though she

missed them, Carol lived in the present and adored her grandchildren,

Danny, Lisa, Michael and Briana. They simply were the light of her

life and there is nothing she wouldn't and didn't do for them. They

were lucky to have such an amazing Nanny. Carol's daughter

CarolAnn and son Danny were her constant source of strength. Carol

fought a courageous five year battle with cancer and right up the end,

was steadfast in her belief that she would not give in. I really don't

know anyone who had the fortitude that Carol had throughout her life.

Carol told the truth no matter if it hurt or not. She was always the first

person there when anyone needed a helping hand. Not just picking

them up but carrying them for as long as she could. Her giving nature

was simply inspiring. I can't even begin to count how many people

Carol helped throughout the years. Carol was a very selfless person

who always put others needs ahead of her own. There are some many

fond memories growing up in Carol's home. It was always filled with

laughter, family, friends, love and always a good party.

When we leave this life, it is not the riches we leave behind that we

will be remembered for but rather the mark we have left on those we

love. Carol has undoubtedly left her mark in so many ways.

Carol will live on in our hearts and will continue to love us from afar

until that day when we too are called home.

If Tomorrow Starts Without Me ...

If tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not here to see,

If the sun should rise you find your eyes all filled with tears for me;

I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today,

While thinking of the many things we didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me, as much as r love you

And each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me please try to understand,

That an angel came and called my name and took me by the hand.

He said my place was ready, in heaven far above

And that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love.

But as I turned and walked away a tear fell from my eye.

For all my life I'd always thought, [ didn't want to die.

I had so much to live for, so much left yet to do.

It seemed almost impossible that I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays the good ones and the bad.

I thought of all the love we shared, and all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday, just even for a while,

I'd say goodbye and kiss you and maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized that this could never be,

For emptiness and memories would take the place of me.

When r thought of worldly things r might miss come tomorrow

I thought of you and when I did my heart was filled with sorrow.

When I walked through heavens gates I felt so much at home.

God looked down and smiled at me from his great golden throne

He said, "This is eternity and all I've promised you"

Today your life on earth has passed but here life starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last

And since each day is the same there's no longing for the past.

You have been so faithful so trusting and so true.

Though there were times you did some things you knew you shouldn't

do.

You have been forgiven and now at last you're free.

So won't you come and take my hand and share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts with out me don't think we're far apart,

For every time you think of me, I'm right here in your heart.