REID, Clifford Arthur Norman born in Montreal, Quebec on January 8th, 1931. A long-time resident of Montreal West, Norman passed away peacefully on October 9th 2026 while in care at Le Manoir Beaconsfield, Quebec at the age of 95. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 58 years, Helen, in 2012; Norman was also predeceased by his parents Clifford Bowman Reid and Grace Rachel Lane, his sisters Valerie [Reid] Mould, Eileen [Reid] Motton, sisters-in-law Judith [Olds] Reid, Joyce [Couch/Scott] Reid, brothers-in-law Bruce English, Fred Motton and Tom Mould. Survived by loving children Norma, Harvey [Lee Anne], Nancy [David], Kenneth [Julie], Mary-Jane [Terry] and Margaret [Michel]. “Gramps” to 14 grandchildren; Great-grandfather to 24, with a 25th on the way.
He also leaves to mourn his brother Edwin Reid and sister Linda [Reid/Gibson] English, as well as many nieces, nephews and their families.
The family wish to thank the team that cared for Norman at Le Manoir Beaconsfield.
Norman was the 2nd of 5 children born to Clifford Bowman and Grace Rachel [nee Lane] Reid of the Town of Mount Royal/Montreal West. Some would describe him as quiet, reserved and even shy but with a competitive streak on the side. While in RCAF 401 Squadron he met his devoted wife, Helen Viau. A loyal family man, Norman enjoyed a distinguished 38 year flying career with TCA/Air Canada. Although he dabbled with fixing cars, motorcycles, pretty much anything with a motor; he loved dogs, golf, curling, horse races, and even boxing! Norman could watch golf and curling on television, all day. He loved spending time at the cottage in the Eastern Townships and was most pleased when family members used and enjoyed it as well.
In his younger years, Norman served his church, RCAF 401 Squadron, Lakeshore Civitan Club as well as actively serving on the Council with the Town of Montreal West. He loved Christmas and Easter family gatherings which included great feasts to which Norman really enjoyed.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 from 1400 to 1700 hrs. and from 1900 to 2100 hrs. at Collins Clarke MacGillivray White Funeral Home, 5610 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal. A service will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 at 1400 hrs. at Montreal West United Church, 88 Ballantyne North, Montreal West, QC H4X 2B8. Livestream link for the Celebration of Life https://www.youtube.com/live/aeH8HRPfXRssi=6BVOHQP0UElngxaI. Reception to follow at Montreal West United Church from 1500 to 1600 hrs. Internment to be decided at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Montreal West United Church or the Donegal Fund at Montreal West United Church would be greatly appreciated.
