Sheriff Landric Reid Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Sheriff Landric Reid

Sheriff Landric Reid, son of the late Emmanuel Eugene Reid and Carolyn Ree Smalls, was born on June 24, 1964, in Concord, NC. He departed this life on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Atrium Health-Anson.

Educated in the public schools of Cabarrus County, Sheriff Reid was a 1984 graduate of Concord High School.

Sheriff Reid accepted Christ as his personal savior and grew up in Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church, Concord, NC. He later became a member of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Peachland, NC.

Sheriff Reid joined the US Army in 1984 and was Honorably Discharged in 1988. While serving in the Army, his duties were Vehicle Repairer and Office Program Manager. He received four Army Achievement Medals, The Good Conduct Medal and numerous Certificates of Achievement. Sheriff Reid served in the NC National Guard from 1988-1990. He was employed by Rhone-Poulence Ag. in RTP, Raleigh, NC from 1988-1991.

In 1991, Landric joined the NC Highway Patrol. He served as a State Trooper for 23 years. During his time with the NC Highway Patrol, Trooper Reid served as Troop Cultural Awareness Coordinator from 1988-1999. In 2005, Trooper Reid received an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate. He completed the Law Enforcement Character and Ethics Training in 2012 and in 2013, he was awarded the Old North State Governor’s Award for Ethics.

Sheriff Reid served on the Executive Board for Anson County Toys for Tots and was the founder and coordinator of the Stride With Pride Shoe Drive. Sheriff Reid was the Co-Founder of The Shaundasia T. Smith Foundation, which serves high school students in Anson County by distributing food and backpacks, awarding a scholarship to a high school senior and a trophy to a member of the high school volleyball team.

In 2014, Landric ran for Sheriff of Anson County and WON! He became the first African American to serve as Sheriff of Anson County. Sheriff Reid was a graduate of the North Carolina Sheriff Leadership Institute and was a member of the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association. He fulfilled his call of duty until his unexpected death. Sheriff Reid will best be remembered for his integrity, character, courage and for never painting a picture of himself. Instead, he let his community service and dedication to the citizens of Anson County speak for him. His most famous saying was, “If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.” His presence in Anson County and North Carolina will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Ree Smalls; father, Emmanuel Eugene Reid; and granddaughter, Shaundasia T. Smith.

Left to cherish his precious memories are his loving wife of 27 years, Cassandra Reid of the home; his daughter, Christina Reid, Esq. of Washington, DC and her mother, Tina Harris; stepson, Shawn L. Smith of Polkton, NC; two brothers, Michael Belts of Concord, NC and Anthony Belts (Carolyn) of Kannapolis, NC; two sisters, Daphne Grier (Willie) of Hickory, NC and Bridgette Bennett (Richard) of Concord, NC; six sisters-in-law and six brothers-in-law. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The Services to Honor the Life and Legacy of Sheriff Reid will be on Sunday, September 25, 2022, 2:00pm, Anson Middle School, 832 US-52, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be at Westview Memorial Park, Highway 74-West, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

Photos & Video

Condolences & Tributes

Add A Condolence

Chasity Bell sent The Peace Lily for Sheriff Landric Reid - September 23, 2022

Sending you lots of love!
Your nieces, Sonya, Tonya and Moneik

Send flowers for Sheriff Landric Reid

Faithful Friend Standing Spray was sent for Sheriff Landric Reid - September 23, 2022

Serene Lily Basket was sent for Sheriff Landric Reid - September 23, 2022

America the Beautiful was sent for Sheriff Landric Reid - September 23, 2022

10 Trees were planted in memory of Sheriff Landric Reid - September 30, 2022

Plant trees for Sheriff Landric Reid

Sharon Knotts planted 5 trees in memory of Sheriff Landric Reid . - September 26, 2022

Linda Wiley planted 5 trees in memory of Sheriff Landric Reid . - September 23, 2022

Cassandra and family, I am so sorry to hear of Landric's passing, I remember him when he was a State Trooper. He was a nice respectful young man, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Landric!

Our thoughts & prayers are with the Reid family during this difficult time. Sheriff Reid & Sandra are two of the finest people you could meet. Sheriff Reid will be dearly missed. Our Deepest Condolences, Durwin & Velvet Briscoe

To Cassandra and the Family of Sheriff Landric Reid: My heart goes out to you during this time. Sheriff Reid was an integral part of this community, putting all the moving parts to work together in unity, harmony and love by his leadership and God given talent. His presence is greatly missed but the walk and talk of Landric Reid will forever be embedded in Anson County. We are much better knowing he chose to come this way. Respectfully, Sharon Knotts

Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sending condolences to the family,friends,Anson County communities and staff of the Anson County Sheriff's Department during this time. Sheriff Reid. Rest in Power.

Cassandra, Christina & Family, & to all of ACSO, sending my heartfelt condolences at this time of great sadness & loss. Donna Adams

Prayers and condolences for the family.

Prayers and condolences to the family

My condolences to the entire family. Sheriff Reid was a great man.

May you RIP Sheriff. Job well done. Prayers for your Family an your ACSO Family..Dee Mullis

My condolences to the family of Sheriff Reid and to the Anson County Sheriff's Office. Thank you Sheriff Reid for your service to our country and to your community. Kevin Canty-SBI

My condolences to the family of Sheriff Reid and to the Anson County Sheriff Office. Thank you Sheriff Reid for your service to our country and to your community. Kevin Canty-SBI.

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCE TO MRS. REID AND FAMILY.YOUR HUSBAND WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON. HE VISITED OUR PARISH SACRED HEART FROM TIME TO TIME DURING FELLOWSHIP SUNDAYS.HE MOSTLY WOULD ENJOY TALKING TO THE CHILDREN AND GIVING ADVICE TO THEM.THE PARISH LOOKED FORWARD TO HIS VISITS.THE SHERIFF WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED,HIS BEAUTIFUL PERSONALITY AND STRONG LEADERSHIP IN THE COUNTY OF ANSON.MR. FRED LEDBETTER AND FAMILY.

Extending my deepest and sincerest condolences to Sheriff Reid's family and friends. He was an honorable man; a man of integrity and professionalism. He will be missed tremendously by the citizens of Anson County. My family will definitely miss seeing you coming down the street of Brierwood going home daily. What a great neighbor you has been over 17 yrs. to Mrs. Cassandra and his family, what a honor it has been in knowing sheriff Reid as I community leader. He carry hisself with great Distinction, I will always remember him as the gentle giant, who always pull up his sleeves and help make sure the kids was taking care of in the community. RIP Reid, we will miss you. We are praying for you Cassandra. Your works in the community has already spoke for you, excellent job. You are the real mvp our Sheriff forever, We love you.
Rachelle Cason and family

Thank you for your service. Keeping your family in prayer. Rest in peace. Christie Liles

Prayers for the family. Perry and Sharon Johnson

we were so proud the day he became our sheriff, such a love wife and very humbly spirit, and we pray for you and the family, for Anson County for a great part of us has journey home. Sister Ried we will keep you and the family lifted up to the Lord. Pastor Iris Tillman.

Johnny and Elaine Thomas

Cassandra and family, please accept our condolences during this time of tremendous loss. Our family (and especially Cecil) always enjoyed your time, visits, and meals we shared together. Landric was one of a kind and earned everyone's respect by the life he lived and the example he set! Cassandra cherish all the sweet memories and know many, many people hurt along side you. RIP Sheriff Landric Reid-a friend to all.

Landric Reid was one of the most humble men I've ever seen along with being an outstanding and honorable man of God. May God rest his soul and fill his family, friends, coworkers, colleagues and Church with a calming peace through precious memories of happier times and there were many! Love, prayers, hugs and positive thoughts in the coming days and months for all concerned! #ACSOweeps #ACOweeps. RIP Brother Landric T WAYNE, CAROL & BRANDON MURDOCK

My condolences to the Reid, friends, sheriff department and Anson County in the transition of Sheriff Reid.
Annie Ward

Our Condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Anson County's Sheriff Landric Reid. I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Scott Jernigan

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Reid Family and the Anson County Community. May God keep you in perfect peace during this most difficult time. Annie F.Caldwell, Johnny,Sue and Roger Concord, NC

Our Condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Anson County's Sheriff Landric Reid. We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Delane and Linda Rorie - Greenville SC

We are so sorry to hear about Sheriff Landric Reid passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Joel and Karen Hornback

Condolences from Cedar Creek Missionary Baptist Church. Praying for the family
Rev. Berdie Ingram Assi. Pastor CCMBC

I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

I am so sorry for your loss He was an honorable man of God, and he cared about the community. I pray God grant you peace, strength, and hope to carry you through. Hold on to God's unchangeable hand. Thomasina Wall SW (Anson DSS)

🙏Thanking Him for his service to the County and All He's done for Us. Rest in Peace 🙏

To the family of Sheriff Landric Reid, I will be forever grateful for the deeds he did and the legacy he left behind. Sending prayers and condolence to each of the family and extended families. Vernon T. Kersey

To the family of Sheriff Landric Reid I will be forever grateful for the deeds he did and the legacy he left behind. Sending prayers and condolence to each of the family and extended families.

Condolences to the family of Sheriff Landric Reid

Cassandra: Thinking of you!!! Louise Tanner

Thoughts and prayers to the family,coworkers and friend. Thank you for your service to Anson County.r

I met Sheriff Landric back when I was working part-time at the Chesterfield YMCA; during my time there I ran for Town Council and won and he gave me many words of encouragement to prepare for what is now my journey as an elected official. He was a great person and will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. I extend my sincere condolences to his family, his family in Blue, and Anson County. Take your rest Sheriff Landric the world was a better place because of individuals like you that truly showed genuine public service.
Councilwoman Latonya Myers and Family Town of Chesterfield

Sheriff Reid was a compassionate and highly respected friend. We find comfort in his memory, but his absence will always be felt. Praying for the family with hope during this time of sorrow and comfort during this time of pain. May God's presence sustain us all in the days ahead. Bobby & Denise Usrey

The loss of Sheriff Landric Reid is felt by many. May the memories of his wonderful personality and many contributions be celebrated by all. Our deepest, heartfelt condolences to the family and the Anson Co. Sheriff's Depart. With Sympathy, Rev. Reco Johnson & Family

Condolences and Prayers to The Reid Family. May God continue to give each of you strength and guidance now and forever. With Heart Filled Love and Sympathy. Edward and JoLetha Gordon-Little 🙏❤️🙏❤️

Prayers for the family. Mark Leckell

Prayers for all his family, he will be missed...G

To The Reid And Anson County Sheriff Department Family We Are Sharing In Your Sadness As You Remember The Demise Of Such A Wonderful Sheriff Who Will Greatly Be Missed Love And Prayers James And Sheila Felton

To Sheriff Reid's Family - So sorry for you loss. All Anson County mourns with you in his going. Cherish your precious memories for I am sure there are many. May God Bless each of you in the coming days. Love in Christ, Hugh and Mary Lib Parker

Deepest sympathy to the family God loves you

My Deepest, Heartfelt Condolences To wife Cassandra, daughter Christina, family & friends & To The entire Troopers & Sheriff Department. May the great work that he done everywhere he traveled and worked speak for him. Trooper Sheriff Landric Reid will be truly missed.He was a great friend to all.He gave the best and had a kind words for all the kids that he met.He was so proud of that. Your sudden passing was a shock to all of us in every county. We will truly miss you always. May you rest in peace. ❤️🙏🏼 Helen & Eric Tillman & Family

Praying for peace and comfort. Sheriff Reid supported me from the time I came to the County as a Veteran Service Officer, he attended every event I held, spoke highly of me to the county and encouraged me genuinely every opportunity he had. He was a good man, he will be very missed in this county.

My condolences to the family and work family God bless you all

RIP to a fine, caring, and considerate person and we will miss him terribly. Condolences to his entire family. Erik and Gay van Brero.

Praying for the Family and the entire Law Enforcement for your loss. Praying for our County as well. Our County has suffered a great loss.
The Pickett and Lee Family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Reid family. Prayers for peace and comfort. Eddie & Joyce Little

Our family is so sorry for the loss your love one. May GOD continue to comfort, bless, and keep the family in his loving arms. He will be missed and we are praying for you all. Callie & Susan Little

Sheriff Reid was as fine a person as any that I have known or with whom I have worked. He embraced me as a new employee at Anson County several years ago, and even more as I transition to my new position. He always had a smile on his face, and shared his love of God and his family openly and eagerly. It was an honor and a privilege to know and work with such a fine man!
To Cassandra, Christina, and the rest of his family: We mourn with you, and hope that, in some small way, knowing how much he was loved and admired will bring you some small comfort in such a time of loss. Jeff and Heidi Lowder

Godspeed Sheriff Reid, it was an honor and a privilege to work with you!
Cassandra, Christina, and the rest of the family, we mourn your loss and hold you in our thoughts and prayers.
-- Gardner and Malia Rhea

Prayers and sympathy for the family, friends and co-workers of our dear friend Sheriff Landriff Reid. The Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, Wadesboro, NC. Rev. Alban Burney, Pastor.

Our hearts are saddened by the passing of Sheriff Reid. The family, friends and co-workers have our prayers and sympathy.
In sympathy, George and Jacqueline Anderson.

The calling of dear Landric home to our father is one of the most humbling things I've known. I'm so so sorry for the loss of your love, husband and father. If a person was down and reached out in the need of help Landric Reid always extended his hand to help that person up and offer wisdom beyond what the ordinary man could give. You will never know his impact on others he never mentioned or sought any praise for assisting, mentoring or just being a person to call friend. His legacy of character, kindness and service will forever go on in the lives of others. May our savior cloak you in peace and comfort at this time. God bless your family. Ken Swain.

We, the nieces of Mary Luther Crawford, would like to send our condolences and prayers. He was a great sheriff, highly respected, and a friend to many. We know he will be missed. Our aunt thought very highly of him and we appreciated all of the love and support shown to her and to us.
Debbie Joyce, Tammy Oakley & Becky Lemons

Praying that the hands of GOD rest on you Cassandra, your daughter Christina and your entire Reid family. Mr. Reid was a gentle, loving, caring man. He leaves behind a wonderful legacy. He will surely be missed and forever love by so many people . Thank you Cassandra for sharing your husband with Anson County. He made a great difference. Rest now Sheriff Reid...... Thank you for doing an outstanding job as our Sheriff. Minister Wanda K. Johnson

He was a humble man and he was willing to give a helping hand, Christina I know you going to meet your dad trust God. I met you at elevation church, there's no word we can say to take this pain away, but God can do all things. Praying that he will give you peace and comfort. Brenda Richardson

Blessings and condolences to the family.7

Praying for your family! Landric will be forever than missed here on earth, he is now with his loved ones in heaven. A honor to have met him.

May the Life I Lived, the Work I've done "SPEAK for me" Praying for the Family and Department.. Preston Waddell

To my longtime neighbor and friend. We send our heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Cassandra, we are here for you. Sherrif Reid, take your rest. Job well done. You will be missed.🕊❤🙏🏽
The Leggett family,Always!🙌🏾

Sending prayers and condolences to the family. Samantha Gee

Our deepest condolences to the Reid Family. We will be keeping your family in prayer. Leroy Flowers and Family

Praying for the family and you have my deepest sympathy.

Cassandra, Christina and your families...many prayers and may God wrap you in comfort of loved ones and friends in the days ahead. To the many Law Enforcement agencies, may you all continue to share the wonderful memories of Trooper/Sheriff Reid and prayers for each of you. Anson County, continue to pull together and let's work to make Sheriff Reid's dream for our county a reality...he believed in us! Thank you Landric for being a friend and sharing your passion of serve and protect to our community...you will be greatly missed my friend! Kim & Brant Pugh

Prayers for the family and all those who knew and loved Sheriff Reid. 💙🙏🏽💙

I never knew this day would come I remembered when u came out to the Highschool my 9th grade year u always told me don't ever let anybody tell u what u can do go for it I will be praying for the family at this time this hurt me & my family to the bottom of our heart

Lee &Thomasina Montgomery

So very sorry for the loss of your loved one. My continued prayers and thoughts are with you.

🙏 ~ Cathy Horne & Family

Cassandra and family, Sheriff Reid was an outstanding and awesome la enforcement officer. He was a very valuable asset for family, friends and community. He will be missed by many! Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this very difficult time. Neil & Linda Godfrey

I'm so sorry for the loss of a great sheriff and will be praying for you all in this time of grief.

Message with no name is from Brenda Meachum

My thoughts and prayers are with Cassandra. Christina. Sisters and other family members. The friendship I have shared with this family over the years is very special. Love to all

To the Reid family and the entire sheriff department. You have our deepest condolences. 🙏 for the family!! Bruce and Mary Sturdivant and family!!

My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Reid family. Sheriff Landric Reid was the best Sheriff Anson County ever had. A Godly man, kind and just. A friend to all. He will be deeply missed.
Joyce Williams

Cassandra, Christina and the entire sheriff department you have my deepest condolences. Sheriff Reid will be truly missed in this county. Thank you Sheriff Reid for your service. Rosa Wall-Little & Family

I sincerely enjoyed my years working together with the Sheriff on many projects what a kind special man. May God comfort his family during this most difficult time. God bless Jeff waisner

Prayers and Love at this time

Christina, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear father and know that we will continue to lift you up in prayer. We love you. Gerald, Shirley and Isaiah Parks

So sorry for your family's loss. Prayers

So sorry to hear of Mr. Reid's passing. Thoughts & prayers.

Condolences To The Reid Family, AC Sheriff Dept. Employees & Friends. Rest In Power Sheriff Reid 🕊 Barbara A. Ratliff & Family

Christina, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear father and will continue to lift you up in prayer. We love you. Gerald, Shirley and Isaiah Parks

Prayers for the family. you will be greatly missed by everyone in Anson County. Thank you for your service and dedication to us all. A truly good man gone too soon. Fredick & Donna Liles

Prayers and thoughts are with his wife, daughter, family, sheriff's department, and all his family.

Prayers for you Mrs.Cassandra,I'm so very sorry for your loss,prayers to your daughter,family,friends and the Anson County Sheriff's Department,love you Jean Neal and Family.

Deepest sympathies to the family. We loved Landric and always will. He was a great friend to our family and would do anything for anybody. God will surely enjoy you hanging around up there. Until we meet again .... Tammy Gathings

Prayers for Cassandra and family. Carol Poston

Prayers for Cassandra and Landric's family.

Phyllis and Al Griffin

Prayers sent (for comfort from GOD) for entire family. "A JOB WELL DONE". He showed GREAT.."LOVE" to all (Anson County).

So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers for you & the family!!

Thoughts & prayers for the family.

Prayers to the Reid family and all of Anson County. Thank you for your service my friend.

Praying for the family and sending our condolences. Sheriff Landric Reid will be missed by all who came in contact with him. e had a great personality, very compassionate and loving.
Louis & Dr. Mary Ruth Burns & Family

My deepest condolences to the family, the Sheriffs Department, and to our community. We have lost a man of honor, integrity, leadership and commitment to our citizens and to our county. I never saw Landric that he didn't have words of encouragement, interest, and kindness . He was involved in our county's needs, and made himself available to help in many ways. My thoughts and prayers to everyone that had the pleasure of knowing Landric, and to his family and fellow LEO's in the days ahead. May God grant you all peace and understanding.
Susan Harrington

Prayers for the family and friends Lonnie Taylor

RIP 🕊️ My friend sending hugs and prayers for the family 🙏♥️ Barbara Ingram and Family

Sending prayers and hugs to the family 🙏♥️

My condolences and prayers to the family. Brenda Reid

My heart is broken to hear about Landric passing and I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around his family and embrace them during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Juanita Grainger Williams

Extending my deepest and sincerest condolences to Sheriff Reid's family and friends. He was an honorable man; a man of integrity and professionalism. He will be missed tremendously by the citizens of Anson County. Thank you for all that you did to make Anson County a better place to live and work in. -Nikki Bennett

My sincere condolences and prayers to the family. M. Elliott

Praying for the Family,Friends and the entire Anson County Sheriff's Department.

Prayers to the Family,Friends and the entire Anson County Sheriff's department.

Prayers for the family,friends and the entire Anson county Sheriff's Department and Staff.

A Job well done! Praying for the Family. Look to the Lord, He said "He will never leave you. Blessing!

Deepest condolences From Jimmie Hicks of Warsaw NC

Sorry for your loss

WE LOVE YOU —-YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS, Mark & Janet

May God continue to Bless you and your family in this time of your loss. I worked with Landric on the NC Highway Patrol. I remember when Landric came on the Patrol. He came to Duplin County and I was in Sampson County. Landric will be miss by all he came in contact with. Anson County is my home also. Cassandra you may miss him but God wanted him more. May God be with you and your Family.
Kennie R.Buchanon, Fayetteville NC