REID GARRY SCHINDLE

Condolences & Memories (44 entries)

• Hi, my name is Oliver Hatfield, I am doing a school project on Mr. Reid, he was an amazing man, he was strong and good-looking but he is in a better place now, I know I am a random kid but I wanted to give you my condolences to you, because my grandfathers passed to (Lung and heart) cancer, so I felt bad, have a great day. -Oliver - Posted by: Oliver (none) on: Mar 03, 2025

• Reid, you’ve been walking through my thoughts and memories of you flood through my heart. There are so many things I wish I had told you when I could. I know we’ll meet again one day and I look forward to seeing your face. I too have cancer now. I hope I can be as brave and strong as you were. Life is unpredictable, never dull moments, but as you always said… “It is what it is.” I’m at peace with it all. Missing you Reid, love Gail - Posted by: Gail Deere (Friend ) on: Oct 19, 2022

• I met Reid many years ago. I just found out about his passing. Reid always had a smile and a kind heart. - Posted by: Kris (Friend) on: Jul 02, 2022

• It will soon be 4 years since I lost an amazing friend. I wish now that I would have told you then how much I cared about you and how much I wanted to spend quality time with you. But it was not meant to be so I just live in the memories of good times, laughter, silly adventures and your smile. You were such a gentleman. You always put a spark in my heart. I miss you Reid. - Posted by: Gail Deere (Friend) on: Apr 28, 2021

• A real friend to all. RIP - Posted by: Alexander Sapong (Friend ) on: May 04, 2020

• I knew Reid when as a young man I relocated to Winnipeg from Northern Ontario 40 years ago. I trained in the weight room dungeon of the Central YMCA where he cast his first epic impression on myself. He had the distinct habit I recall from day one of always winking his pecs constantly and continuously and each of his pecs were as big as a slab of beef...to which coming from a small town in Northern Ontario I did not think was humanly possible lol. But it was his million dollar smile that filled a room more so than his frame. There was the likes of Bruce McDougal, Jack Dunn, Jon Van Drunen and a young future middleweight Mr Canada Doug Ross in the same gym back then and weight training/body building was still considered as a sub-culture. But Reid's presence alone gave it an air of mainstream respectability and credibility and he stood out from the others, not just on stature but in the low key/quiet and non threatening manner in which he carried himself despite his massive size. I long ago lost touch with those from that era and only learned of Reid's passing last year thru an acquaintance but about a year before Reids passing I did get to sit down with Reid and raise a glass of beer when Ralph Sacco organized an old Vaughan St YMCA member get-together with many attending and tho hoping for the best for him looking back I realize now it was a chance for many to say goodbye. He was well respected in the body building/weight training/fitness culture in Winnipeg by many, including myself. If there ever was a poster of how a Mr. Canada Heavyweight Body Building Champion should look or a template of how one should have carried themselves? It was him but I don't think a poster would have done Reid Schindle justice compared to the long shadow of positive influence and aspiration he cast on many in real life. Mr. Robin Tymkin, Winnipeg, MB - Posted by: robin tymkin (friend) on: Apr 04, 2020

• In my life memories, Reid will always be one of the Good Guys. - Posted by: Dave Simpson (Bench Press Spotter! ) on: Jul 12, 2018

• About 25 years ago I was just starting to lift weights and my Aunt introduced me to Reid. We went over to his house in St James and he gave me some terrific advice about proper nutrition, wrote up a weight lifting routine for me and gave me my first weight lifting belt. I will never forget his kindness that day! - Posted by: Mark Mazur () on: Aug 03, 2017

• 1972, Vaughan Street YMCA in the basement weight room, a skinny 16 yr old, that's where I first met Reid ... a gentleman and class guy. A rare breed in today's world. - Posted by: Dave Simpson (Friend) on: Jul 09, 2017

• Over many years at the YMCA, fitstop, and of course Gold's Gym. Another of the good one's gone. RIP - Posted by: Charlie Guarino (Friend) on: Jun 29, 2017

• We are so sorry to hear of Reid's passing. We were at Frank Owen's 94th birthday dinner and he told us that Reid had passed away. We would have attended the funeral had we known sooner. Please pass on our condolences to the family. You are all in our thoughts, our hearts and in our prayers. Hugs from Susie, Carly and Madisson - Posted by: Susan, Carly and Madisson Owen (cousins) on: Jun 27, 2017

• I'll miss you my friend. So happy we didn't have camera phones in the day. - Posted by: Glen Beckel (Friend ) on: Jun 25, 2017

• Reid and I started working at Fisheries on the same day. I still remember going with Reid to the main office to complete paperwork, and how all the ladies at their typewriters in the steno pool went silent when Reid walked through the door for the first time. He became a good friend but sadly we hadn't met in many years. My condolences to the family, whom I know he cherished. - Posted by: Glenn McGregor (Freind) on: Jun 25, 2017

• I met Reid when I joined Gold's gym in the 80's, right away just by talking to him he made you feel comfortable and whenever I would run into him in a public place he would give you a hello with a gleaming smile, very nice man, the bodybuilding world will miss him. My condolences to the family. RIP Reid - Posted by: Frank murgolo (Friend) on: Jun 24, 2017

• greatest Canadian bodybuilder ever.........I was lucky enough to be training back in the central YMCA days, he always remembered my name even years later and said hello whenever he saw me....I always called him MR. CANADA. Gord Skazyk..."Skaz" - Posted by: gord skazyk (friend) on: Jun 24, 2017

• I remember in the early days when I started working out at the central Y, must have been around '79. I was on the back seated rowing machine and Reid politely asked if he could work in. Geez this is Mr Canada talking to me between sets and he came across as the most unassuming polite guy in the gym. I learned a real lesson in life that day. Thank you. My sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Hans Winkler (Friend) on: Jun 23, 2017

• Very hard to describe a man who possessed a certain "je nais se quoi" A rare human being that exuded kindness and charm. He was handsome, smart and effervescent. All walks of life was drawn towards him....including me. I miss you, love you, and celebrate you. Thank you for the special gift you bestowed to me many years ago - your FRIENDSHIP. RIP, my dearest Reid. Haz - Posted by: Hazel Mae (Dear Friend) on: Jun 23, 2017

• My condolences to Sheena and Reid's family... he was such a dear friend to my parents Mandy and Chris Moss. Me and my siblings Corey and Monica adored him and called him our "uncle Reid" he has always been apart of our lives, he came to our family events, baptisms and my wedding last year. We will all miss him so much❤️ - Posted by: Mallory Moss (Daughter of Chris Moss ) on: Jun 23, 2017

• I was so sorry to hear of Reid's passing. He was a great source of inspiration & mentor to both me and my son during our Bodybuilding years at Golds Gym. Please accept our Heartfelt Condolences at this trying time. May God's grace bring comfort and peace to both family & friends. In friendship, Carol Miller & Jeff Pospishell - Posted by: carol miller (friend) on: Jun 23, 2017

• Reid was a Dear Friend to my brother Howard Erickson, now deceased. Howard would be so sad to know Reid has passed. My Mother (Mary Ramsey) commented on how Reid would always ask "How is Howard doing?, especially when Howard moved to the U.S.. My Mother also said" Reid was always so kind and respectful to her". My family would like to express our condolences to Reid's family and his many friends. Reid will be missed by many. - Posted by: Erickson/Ramsey Family (friend) on: Jun 23, 2017

• I knew Reid in my younger days growing up in the West End. Always fun to be around Reid and guys at the pool hall. Very sorry to hear of his passing. He will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to friends and family Walter Lehmann - Posted by: Walter Lehmann (Friend ) on: Jun 23, 2017

• So many times I would run into Reid and he was always looking like the handsome Reid that we all know. One would never think he could have any troubles in his life. The memories that would surge from the 1980's of Gold's Gym. OMG. Now memories again through this man on this sad day. He has just connected us all again. I was proud to be a member/employee/competitor of Gold's Gym in those days. Those years were a huge part of my life. I have congratulated Reid for his achievement's over his competitive years and for opening his doors for a real great place to spend a lot of our time at. Cause it was/is what we love to do. Big hugs to Reid's family and special friends. Some of you are my friends. Miss you and those days. Keep being strong! - Posted by: Jill Palmer (McWhinney) (Friend) on: Jun 23, 2017

• Reid was a long time friend that would do anything to help. He became my Construction Manager for my projects. Reid and I were hoping to discover the "cure" online. I will always miss my wonderful friend. God Bless You Reid. My deepest condolences to Family and so many friends. Don Parks (friend) - Posted by: Don Parks (Friend) on: Jun 23, 2017

• I knew Reid through the bodybuilding world. Reid was a kind and gentle man, with a smile that could brighten any room. He always had time to chat and say hello, as well as answer any questions in regards to a routine, diet or nutrition. He had an incredible way of making you feel special and that always put you at ease. After many years, I ran into him at a store, where we stopped to talk at length. It was as if the years had not passed. To Sheena and the family, I offer my condolences at this time. Of anything in life, it's to make an impact on another. This is special. And Reid did this, just by being himself♡ Rest in peace beautiful Reid... I know now that that loud thunder coming from the heavens is you 'Pumping Up!' Lori - Posted by: Lori Koke () on: Jun 22, 2017

• High School friend from Toronto Street. Fondest memory, playing flag football at DMCI, opposite teams, couldn't catch me the 1st time, 2nd time caught me with the ball, straight armed me, with the ball, over his head and gently set me down in our end zone. Always a friend. You will be missed. My Sincere Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Gord Sharpe (Friend) on: Jun 22, 2017

• Dearest Sheena and Reid's family, we are so sad to hear of Reid's passing. We want you to know how much we care and that you are all in our prayers. With much love and affection to you all. Peter, Shellie and family and Aunty Elaine. ❤️❤️❤️ - Posted by: Shellie and Peter Sklepowich (Cousin ) on: Jun 22, 2017

• Although it has been many years since I have seen Reid I often reflected on our friendship. The many hours that we spent working out together at the Central YMCA and the fishing trip we took on my birthday. Reid will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Robin Brazzoni (Friend/Training partner) on: Jun 22, 2017

• True gentleman, helped so many realize their dreams. Thank you Reid. My condolences to Reid's family and many many friends. God bless you and keep you Reid. - Posted by: Robin Hazlett (friend) on: Jun 22, 2017

• Very sad to hear of Reid's passing RIP. - Posted by: Sheldon Taylor (Friend) on: Jun 22, 2017

• My sincere condolences to Reid's family. He left a lasting impression with all the people he knew and met even for the first time. God Bless you Reid. - Posted by: John Wawszko (Friend) on: Jun 22, 2017

• So sad to hear of Reid's passing. He was a light in the lives of many. Always willing to help out, lend a hand, offer a smile and take the time to really talk to and listen to people. Reid introduced my ex-husband and I, and I am still thankful for that. He was an all around good person to all, and what better legacy can we leave behind than the love and respect of friends and family... - Posted by: Cindi Burak (Friend) on: Jun 22, 2017

• My condolences a great man with always a kind word. Inspired many in the bodybuilding world. My respects and prayers for family and friends with such a great loss for all - Posted by: Candace Wright (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• You were truly one of a kind and a dear friend for 35 years. You never hesitated to help anyone in need. Your generous and kind nature was felt by so many. I will miss that smile and wonderful laugh. You will be in my heart always. "May the angels that carry the records of those who are good and true...bare on the bright wings of heaven a beautiful record of you" Love you Forever Janice - Posted by: Janice Durling (friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• My sincere condolences to his family. I knew Reid from many years ago. I met him through my friend Hazel. Reid was an amazing, kind individual who was a blessing to know. Rest in Peace... - Posted by: Kym Stein (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• We knew each other from high school. He was always a gentleman with a big heart Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Bruno Bevacqua (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• Imagine you are a scrawny 18 year old at the FitStop and Mr. Canada takes time out to totally explain his abdominal workout and coach you through a few sets. Do you think that might make a lasting impression? I've often thought of Reid over the ensuing years. He was a real gentleman and will be missed. - Posted by: John Bracken () on: Jun 21, 2017

• Reid always had that amazing smile. I read the other tributes and so true a gentle giant. Always had time to come over when I saw him in a social setting for a hug and that shrug and giggle. There will have to be a big pair of angel wings for Reid. No more pain, just peace and see what gifts are for you on your journey. - Posted by: Cheryl Johnson-Marshall (Family friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• Went to school and grew up together on Victor Street. My condolences - Posted by: Garry Pospishell (West End friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• Always a very respectful person every time I meet. RIP. - Posted by: Ernie Todd () on: Jun 21, 2017

• Met this gentle giant through my wife Jane Peters 15 years ago. Soon became great friends, started a construction business together and considered him a father figure. Always positive, famous quote of Reid's, " it is what it is." Will be truly missed by many friends and family.RIP my friend, may we meet again. - Posted by: Fred Peters (Great friend and business partner ) on: Jun 21, 2017

• I was deeply saddened to hear of Reid's passing. I will remember him for his bright smile and big heart. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Val Bishop (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• If Ellice Billards was still around, the boys would put a tribute up on the wall for Reid. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Gord Watkins (Westend friend) on: Jun 21, 2017

• Such sad news for the City of Winnipeg. Always a smile and sincere handshake from this proud Winnipeg boy My condolences to the family and friends Take care Big Guy Robert - Posted by: Robert Rindahl (Friend ) on: Jun 21, 2017

• Sorry to hear of the passing of Reid. We grew up together in the West End. He will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Doug Black (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2017