Morristown Community Mourns the Passing of Local Figure Nigel Marlin Reid
MORRISTOWN, TENNESSEE — The Morristown community is mourning the reported death of Nigel Marlin Reid Sr., a longtime local figure who became known for his outspoken involvement in city affairs, public issues and community life.
Reid reportedly died unexpectedly on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Details surrounding his death have not been publicly confirmed, and authorities have not released information about the circumstances of his passing.
Reid was widely known in Morristown for speaking openly about issues affecting residents and for challenging local officials and institutions. Public records show that he appeared before the Morristown City Council on multiple occasions, including during a 2013 public hearing and again during a 2020 city council meeting.
His name also appears in Tennessee court records involving cases connected to Morristown and Hamblen County. In one 2013 Tennessee Court of Appeals case, Reid represented himself in an appeal involving Morristown Power and other defendants.
Court records also document that Reid had previously been involved in a mayoral campaign in Morristown. A federal court filing from 2009 references allegations Reid made concerning his mayoral campaign and events he said affected his campaign.
Beyond his public activities, friends and members of the community remembered Reid as a father, family man and deeply outspoken personality who cared about Morristown.
One local resident shared an emotional tribute following news of his death, describing Reid as a “true Morristown Legend” and recalling his willingness to speak out on behalf of residents.
The writer said Reid frequently challenged the city and large corporations over issues he believed affected the community, adding that he was known for expressing his opinions without apology.
“Whatever you think about Big Nigel I bet he has put a smile on your face at some point in time,” the resident wrote, while encouraging other Morristown residents, past and present, to share their memories of Reid.
The tribute also described Reid as someone who was deeply connected to his faith and community, portraying him as a man whose personality could range from a churchgoing presence on Sundays to an outspoken and colorful figure during the week.
For those who knew him personally, Reid’s passing represents the loss of a familiar voice in Morristown — someone who was not afraid to make his views known and who believed residents should take an active role in the future of their community.
His relationship with his former wife, Amy Nicole Reid, also known as Amy Nicole Worthington, was another part of his personal story. Public records identify Amy Worthington as also having used the names Amy Reid and Amy Nicole Worthington.
As word of Reid’s death spread, members of the Morristown community began sharing memories and paying tribute to a man many said left a lasting impression on the town.
“Let’s give this man the sendoff he truly deserves,” the local resident wrote.
More information about Reid’s death and funeral or memorial arrangements may be released by his family or local authorities.