Charles Reid (Charlie)Thomas passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Charles Reid, born June 16, 1998, was a long-time resident of Hendersonville, TN and an active member at the Long Hollow Baptist Church. Charles Reid was a gentle soul with a soft spirit and gift for finding beauty in the broken. He was an avid animal lover and worked at Pet Supply Plus in Hendersonville. Charles Reid was a 2016 graduate of Beech High School where he was a member of the school’s band, and was currently studying biology at Volunteer State Community College with hopes of working as a Fisheries Biologist for the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Charles Reid found peace and joy in the art of fishing and the outdoors, and was passionate about caring for his collection of specialized aquatic life.
Charles Reid welcomed all into his world without judgement or fear, and loved them just as they were. He was patient, passionate, personable, positive, patriotic and a young man of great faith. He took the time to talk to and connect with those he came into contact with. He will be remembered for his warm heart, friendly face, open arms, and gentle spirit.
He is survived by his loving parents, Greg and Ginger Thomas, his 16 year old best friend and younger brother Anderson Thomas, and the love of his life Allison McMurtry. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Thomas of Hendersonville, TN and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wade Andrews of South Fulton, TN. His premature death has deeply affected his community and he will be forever missed by his family, his friends, and all that knew him.
A visitation will be held this Sunday, November 11, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home in Goodlettsville from 4:00-6:00pm with a visitation and service to take place on Monday November 12 at Long Hollow Baptist Church in Hendersonville. The Monday visitation is 11:00-1:00 with the service starting at 1:00 followed immediately by an interment at the Hendersonville Memorial Garden.
In lieu of flowers and to honor Charles Reid’s passion for rescuing animals, the family requests memorial contributions be made to FREEDOM FARM ANIMAL SANCTUARY or AN ANIMAL RESCUE OF YOUR CHOICE.
