Pernell Warren Reid Jr.

Pernell Warren Reid Jr. aka "Little Sonny", passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021.  He was born on February 26, 1958, to the union of the late Rachel Mae and Pernell Warren Reid Sr., in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Pernell graduated from Lafayette High School, Williamsburg, Virginia, and furthered his education at Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton, Virginia where he received his certification to become a Certified Automotive Mechanic.  He also worked as a Scallop Fisherman for many years before moving to Dequeen, Arkansas. 

Pernell was always willing to lend a helping hand.  After returning home to Williamsburg he was a loving caretaker of his family until his passing.

Miss me but let me go

When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?

Miss me a little, but not too long
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that we once shared,
Miss me, but let me go.

For this is a journey that we all must take
And each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Master's plan,
A step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick of heart
Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
Miss Me, But Let me Go!

Pernell was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Emerson P. Reid, and sisters, Melvina Washington and Bonita C. Reed.  His memories will forever remain with his brother, Clifton G. Washington Jr; sister, Lenora Gina Reid; nephew, Bradley Reid; nieces, Totena Washington, Stephanie Washington, and Leslie Washington; and a host of great-nephews, great-nieces, great-great-nephews, great-great-nieces, and a host of other relatives and friends.

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