A celebration of life will be held at a later date for 54-year-old James “Jim” David Reid of Chester, Illinois, who passed away at 4:54 pm, Monday, December 15, 2025 at his residence.
He was born September 2, 1961 in Oxnard, California to Robert “Bob” C. and Joan R. (nee Runge) Reid.
Jim married Patricia “Patty” Haberberger on September 13, 1986; she survives in Chester.
He is also survived by: two children: Steven (Desireé) Reid Chester, IL and Joseph (Maria) Reid St. Louis, MO; two grandchildren: Everly and Benjamin Reid; a brother: Brad (Tia) Reid Chester, IL; siblings-in-law: Dr. Richard (Cindy) Haberberger Granite Falls, NC, Joyce Hrabusicky Ellis Grove, IL, Linda (Paul) Rivere Hammond, LA and Michael Haberberger Ellis Grove, IL; two aunts: Betty Hammel Coulterville, IL and Anna Pressnall Collinsville, IL and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was also preceded in death by his inlaws: Richard and Patricia Haberberger
He had owned and operated PJ Advertising with his wife.
Jim had an entrepreneur spirit, owning and working with several businesses throughout his life. He also drove a school bus for the last two years.
Jim loved being outdoors, whether it was working in his yard or taking long, scenic drives.
He was a family man who loved being with his grandchildren and had a special interest in geneology and family history.
His hobbies included reading and beating his sons in chess.
Jim had a gift for conversation and genuinely loved connecting with others, whether they were lifelong friends or people he had just met. He had a heart that wanted to be there for others.
It was James’ wish to be cremated.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the family and are being accepted at Pechacek Funeral Home in Chester.