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In Memory of Chris Reid – He Spoke Flynn Fluently

26 Apr

My brother, Chris Reid, died yesterday. He was a huge fan of Errol Flynn, so much so that he moved thousands of miles to live in Chico, where he graduated from Cal State there. He knew Bidwell Park intimately and all the other famous (and many only rarely known) Flynn sites in and surrounding Chico. I was fortunate to get a few royal tours. He also knew many of Errol’s other haunts in California and Mexico. In fact, I was with him when we climbed the hills of Hollywood in a valiant but unsuccessful attempt to penetrate Mulholland Farm. (If only we knew Jack Marino then!) Chris could and did quote Flynn fluently. He was also a very big Beatle fan, hence the ‘Let It Be’ inspired image below that will be part of a forthcoming video tribute. He was only 57, is already very dearly missed, and will be forever by his large family and many friends.

Godspeed on your new journey, Chris.

— Tim

 
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5 years ago

Tim, I am so sorry for your loss. Chris sounds like such a special person, and he passed way too early. He always will be looking over you. Cherish those memories.

5 years ago

My sincere sympathies, Tim. Your memories of him will hopefully be some comfort to you
Claudia

5 years ago

My heartfelt condolences Gentleonmymind Tim.

David DeWitt
5 years ago

Oh, Tim, I am so very, very sorry …