James Steven Reid "Cowboy" or "Reid"

1970 ∼ 2024

James Steven Reid, known fondly as "Cowboy" or “Reid”, who peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Nederland, Texas. He was the beloved owner of Reid Construction where he poured his heart into every day. He leaves behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.

James was born on May 13, 1970, in Alice, Texas to Yoland (Moya) Reid and John Vernon Reid. In his free time, James found joy in simple pleasures. He had a love for shooting pool, playing horseshoes and washers, as well as spending leisurely hours out on the golf course. He had a passion for cooking barbecue, country dancing, and spending quality time with his friends.

A gathering of family and friends will take place on Saturday, May 25, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Nederland, 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, Texas. Friends and family are invited to gather and pay their respects during this time.

James will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his father, John Vernon Reid, Sr. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of five years, Janice A. Reid of Nederland; his mother, Yolanda Reid of Nederland; brother, John Vernon Reid, Jr. of Nederland; niece, Carly Danielle Porter; as well as his three stepdaughters, Brittany Venable and Ricky LightFoot, Alicia Venable and Bo Pillsbury, Cassie Biehle and her husband Phillip; and seven step-grandchildren, Lexi McDonald, Shelby McDonald, Koy LightFoot, Zachary Bethel, Jasmine McFadden, Jaycie Anderson, Logan Griffith, and Ray Biehle.

As we remember James Steven Reid for the vibrant spirit he brought to all those around him, may we find solace in the wonderful memories he shared with each of us. His presence will forever be felt in our hearts.

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Condolences

Natalie Richardson May 23, 2024
My words cannot equate the heaviness in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are for Janice, Yoli, and family to have comfort in knowing he is whole again and no longer in pain, that you will have peace and understanding during this time, and that your mind remains positive and filled with memories of my good ol’ Reid… or Re-do as I called him! That you can feel his spirit beside you, can still hear his laugh, and see his smile. Janice my beautiful friend, my chosen sister I love you so very much. Re-do I’m gonna miss cutting up with you, all the times you had hair brain ideas of trying to round people up to go to the casino, and of course you posted up at a pool table wherever there was one. Keep a close watch on us all down here and tell my other pal George how I miss him so. I’ll take a glass or two of Moscato when we meet again… drinks on you pal! Love you Reid!
Tracy & Angie St.Clair May 23, 2024
We are so sorry Yoli. Love and prayers for you and your family.
Adam, Michelle and Skylar Paszkiewicz May 22, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with you John and the rest of the family.
Sindy Flores May 22, 2024
So very sorry to hear this, never saw him he wasn’t smiling and friendly. Prayers for you all, extra for Yoli and Janice. He was a good man ♥️
Sherikay Griffith May 22, 2024
So very sorry for the family's loss
Cheryl williams May 21, 2024
Yoli, I'm am so sorry, I just saw it, Thoughts and Prayers
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location_on 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, 77627
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schedule Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM