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Richard Reynolds Obituary
Richard E. Reynolds of Montgomery, NY, a lifelong resident of the area, died unexpectedly on Friday, August 22, 2008, in O.R.M.C., Horton Campus in Middletown, NY. He was 59 years old.
The son of Eugene C. Reynolds, Sr. and the late Mae Gannon Reynolds, he was born April 16, 1949 in Middletown, NY.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Montgomery. He was also a lifetime member of Fleet, Hook and Ladder Co. #1 of Montgomery Fire Department, he was honored as Official Ambassador for the Village of Montgomery by Mayor Steve Brescia, he was a Keystone Cop in many General Montgomery Day celebrations, and he was a past Grand Marshall of General Montgomery Day. Route 17K near Factory St. entering the Village of Montgomery is named "Richard Reynolds Blvd." in his honor by the Village of Montgomery.
Survivors include his father, Eugene C. Reynolds, Sr. and his wife, Robin of Montgomery; brother and guardian, Robert A. Reynolds, Sr. and his wife, Cynthia, and nephew, Robert A. Reynolds, Jr., at home; uncle, Richard L. Reynolds, Sr. and cousin, Richard L. Reynolds, Jr. of Lake Placid, FL. He was predeceased by mother, Mae Gannon Reynolds, and brother, Eugene C. "Charlie" Reynolds, Jr.
The family would like to thank the village residents and businesses that have shown kindness and compassion to Rich over his lifetime, especially the members of the Montgomery Fire Department and the First Presbyterian Church.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 26, from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m., with Firematic services at 7 p.m. at Overhiser Funeral Home, 78 Union St., Montgomery, NY.
Funeral services will be on Wednesday, August 27, at 12 noon at the First Presbyterian Church in Montgomery, with the Rev. Paul Milz officiating. Burial will be in Wallkill Valley Cemetery, Walden.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 137 Clinton St., Mongtomery, NY 12549; Montgomery Fire Dept., PO Box 8, Montgomery, NY 12549 or the Orange County Fire Fighters Museum, PO Box 388, Montgomery, NY 12549, in memory of Rich.
Arrangements were made by Millspaugh Funeral Directors; 845-778-3200.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Reynolds
BONNIE HOLMES NELSON
August 18, 2021
RICHIE, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED, LOVED AND MISSED...
The Barnetts
October 7, 2008
Rarley in life do you come across such a special and innocent sole.... Montgomery now appears empty! Everyday, the one thing myself and my children truely enjoyed was seeing Richie and talking to him about the daily happenings. Everyone has truely lost a great friend and member of our own extended family. Best regards!
The Barnetts
Bob Reynolds Sr.
October 1, 2008
I would like to Thank everyone for their kind words and sharing your memories with us. We are deeply indebted to our community for the love you gave Richard as he grew up and lived his life in Montgomery.
Barbara (Klein) Grattan
September 23, 2008
I have known Richie all my life and looked forward to his greetings when I was in Montgomery. How he made you feel special with his sweet greetings.Never forgot who I was and treated me like I saw him just yesterday. I will miss him.
There is no doubt he was greeted by God with open arms.
My sympathy for your loss, as it is everyone's loss.
Barbara(Klein) Grattan
Phil Coffman
September 21, 2008
Richie was my cousin, and therefore a fairly regular guest at my front door. We would often sit on our front porch in the evening (as many people used to do) and we were generally sure of a visit from Richie with the news of the day. It was better than having a local newspaper! This surely is the end of an era, and we will all miss our icon of friendliness. But there is no doubt in my mind that Richie will be there to greet any of us lucky enough to make it to heaven!
The Mieczkowski Family
September 9, 2008
Things just aren't the same without Richie in Montgomery everyday waving to eveyone that passes. He is a good soul and will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace.
mary
September 8, 2008
while Richie is no longer with us here...everywhere you look you see that he was once there...we montgomery folks will miss him each day-he brought alot of joy to our lives and smiles to our faces...god bless and keep his family...
Karen and Kevin Ebaugh and Cuomo
September 6, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Kevin and I always enjoyed the conversations with Richie outside the deli. We will miss him.
Denise Williams
September 6, 2008
To all that knew him ,grew with him and were better people for knowing him. He was a big part of my growing up and going to VCHS. I knew the family and was blessed to know them also. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Love to the family. Montgomery suffered a great loss. Love Roger and Denise Williams( Denise Delmonico) Maybrook Ny. Now Hawley Penn.
LaurieAnn Carson (Hoffman)
September 4, 2008
Dear Reynolds Family: I was born and raised in Montgomery and all I remember is Richie always being the MAN OF THE TOWN. Whether it be a parade,General Montgomery Day, or just an ordinary day you could always count on Richie to brighten your day with his personality. I'll always remember him stopping by my house @ lunchtime for a PB&J sandwich,and then he would sit on our front porch giving everyone his signature point. I'll miss him. God Bless You All.
Mary Adams
September 3, 2008
I am the daughter of Marie Smedes & step daughter of Robert Smedes. I live in Arizona and was very saddened to learn of Rich's death. He was so good to all he knew, just a wonderful "kid." The world needs more like him. He will be missed. My condolences to Gene & family.
Lynn Osborn
September 3, 2008
I am very sad to hear of Richie's passing. He often kept me company while I was eating at the Daily Bean or the Clinton Cafe. I always enjoyed his good cheer and hearing all the local news from him. May he rest in peace. Lynn Osborn
MARK DOMFORT
September 2, 2008
I WAS SADDEN TO LEARN OF RICHIE'S DEATH. THIS IS A BIG LOSE FOR MONTGOMERY AND THE FIRE DEPT. I MET RICHIE WHEN I JOINED THE FIRE DEPT. BACK IN THE 1980s . HE WAS A GREAT PERSON. HE WILL BE MISSED.
Marc and Brenda Newman
September 1, 2008
To the Reynolds family,
We learned last night with great sadness of Richie's passing. What a shock, as we prepare to travel north for Gen. Montgomery Day. Richie always welcomed us back with such natural warmth. It always felt "official" when we saw him that we really had come back home. Montgomery Day won't be the same without him! Our deepest condolences to your family.
Most sincerely,
Marc and Brenda Newman
Michael Loreth
September 1, 2008
Having recently moved to Melbourne, Fl from Montgomery, Richie was one of those things about Montgomery that we missed. He truly defined what a small village like Montgomery was all about. Whenever we met him,either on the street or in the Clinton street cafe,he always took the time to stop and say hello. We missed him when we moved to Fl. and will truly miss him now that God has called him home. Montgomery will not be the same.
The Loreth Family
Donna Wollenberg Ransom
September 1, 2008
Unbelievable, for some reason, I thought and know now that Richie will live on forever. Though not physically now, but truly in all of the hearts that knew Richie and or came in the slightest contact. A very extraordinary man. How did he know, whether it was 18 years ago since he saw you and recognized you or if it was the first encounter to make sure he knew you and that you would never forget him. WOW. Our family spoke of him fondly for years although we had left the Montgomery area in 1977. Whenever we spoke of Montgomery or New York, Richie was in our conversation. The hello dear! the finger wave, the updates, just like everyone has mentioned. A truly genuine human being. We may never meet another man like him. I will accept his passing, only knowing that he is an angel among us still! My condolences to his family and the Fire department and the village of Montgomery. He will walk the town in everyones eyes forever. We miss you Richie.
Kelly Woznick Garrison
August 31, 2008
Bob & Cindy - I was so sorry, and obviously shocked, to hear of Richie's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you guys! Love ya!
Brenda (Northrip) Revella
August 31, 2008
I've recently moved back to the area, but knew Richie since the late 60s at VCHS. He knew everyone and always kept us updated on the scores and happenings at school and around town. I just read all of the other entries, and know your hearts must be as touched as mine by all of the wonderful memories your neighbors have shared. It will be bittersweet to go to Montgomery Day this year and not see Richie. I know everyone will be thinking about him and missing his big friendly smile. He had a warm and joyous soul and our lives were better for knowing him.
Christopher Wernau
August 29, 2008
Wow, surprising to hear such news. Regardless of where you live, if you came from Montgomery it is a sad day. So many people are afraid to talk to strangers, but Richie had no inhibitions. Special, one of a few that showed us how to embrace our neighbors. It will not be the same driving through the village not seeing him in the distance anticipating the precision markmanship of his trigger finger then waving back.
Sincerely, Christopher, Belinda, Andrew, Daniel, Erik and Ferris Wernau
Scott Jewell Past Pres. O.C.V.F.A.
August 29, 2008
My condolences to the entire family and the Montgomery FD.
Phil DeLessio Jr.
August 28, 2008
Richie had an amazing memory. I would run into him in my father's barber shop after many years and he would remember every detail of my life,my family,where I lived and what I was up to. He was one of a kind. He will truly be missed.
Tricia Nowinski
August 28, 2008
To The Reynold's Family: We are so sorry for your loses. I remember the first time Richie met our son Sean when he was 8 weeks old. He told us before we know it, he will be riding on a fire truck going to a call. He was so sweet and took the time to make sure you knew you were so important to him. Always positive and with a smile that would light up the room. God gave us an very special person and we are all better people for knowing Richie. Thank you for teaching us so much Richie and you will truly misssed. God blessed.
Trish, John and Sean Nowinski
Scott Lemin, Member Goodwill Hook & Ladder Co.
August 28, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Keith Turner
August 28, 2008
Encountered Richie for the first time in 7th grade while attending VC High (Jr. High building yet to be completed). Richie had the same lunch period as I and he was always circulating in the cafeteria, saying hello, chatting up the next football game, high school event, anything & everything! I can clearly hear his voice and picture him as if it were yesterday. His friendliness and honesty overwhelmed you instanty and you couldn't help but like him. When visiting and driving about over the years I would occasionaly spot Richie, telling my wife what he meant to Montgomery. It was great to see Montgomery honor Richie as they did. (Keith Turner, VC'71, Port St Lucie, Fl)
Rich Sager
August 28, 2008
God bless Richie Reynolds...
Thomas & Christine Chappell
August 28, 2008
From my family to yours I offer our condolences to the Reynolds Family. Richie was a great person and fun to be around. I remember him from when I was a child when I would see him at the firehouse. This is a great lose to the community and the fire department.
Patti (DeLessio) DeMarco
August 27, 2008
Richie helped define the good in our lives. He was truly blessed and we are the fortunate ones to have known him. He always had the time, never in a rush to exchange pleasantries and he never forgot to "check in" with my dad. They have shared "coffee & hard roll" times my whole life. He will never be forgotten.
SANDY GRIFFIN
August 27, 2008
RICHIE WAS ONE GREAT GUY. HE NEVER FORGOT WHO YOU WERE OR WHERE YOU WERE FROM. GOD BLESS YOU RICHIE.
HARRY MCLAUGHLIN & SANDY GRIFFIN
Kathy (Holmes) Holtzem
August 27, 2008
I have read all of the entries in Ritchie's guest book and they are all so true. He really did touch everyone in such a special way. I have known Ritchie since 7th grade at VCHS, and as everyone says, it didn't matter how long you were gone from the area, he always knew who you were when our paths crossed again. Ritchie was right in front of me in our commencement for graduation. I can still hear us laughing trying to stay in those half steps. It is so true he will be missed by so many people. I do hope that they dedicate this year's Montgomery Day to him, as he was Montgomery and all the good things about it. Rest in peace Ritchie.
Bonnie (Holmes) Nelson
August 27, 2008
MONTGOMERY ICON!!! ...EVERYONE AROUND THE MONTGOMERY, WALDEN, MAYBROOK AREAS KNEW AND LOVED YOU, RICHIE!!! YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY AND NEVER FORGOTTEN.
Tamara Bogert
August 27, 2008
My condolences to the Reynolds family. I remember Rich as a young girl when I was in town chatting to him and waving to him as he walked up 17K. 28 years later I still wave to Rich and will continue. Montgomery has lost a great citizen. It will not be the same come Montgomery day without Rich. May god bless him and keep him safe.
STEVE & ELLYN MORGAN
August 27, 2008
WE RUN THE LOCAL FLORIST IN MONTGOMERY. RICHIE VISITED US ALMOST EVERYDAY SOMETIMES SEVERAL TIMES A DAY. WE FELT EVERYTHING WAS IN SYNC WHEN RICHIE VISITED AND WONDERD WHY WHEN HE DIDN'T.HE WAS SUCH A PART OF OUR LIVES. AND NOW THERE IS A HOLE IN OUR HEARTS,THE WORLD IS A LITTLE LESS BRIGHTER ,AND RICHIE WILL WALK THESE STREETS FOREVER.OUR SYMPATHIES TO THE REYNOLDS FAMILY.
Mark De Lessio
August 27, 2008
To the Reynolds Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I do not remember not knowing Richie. No matter how long it had been since he had seen me or any of my family members he always remembered who we were and embraced us with a warm greeting. He truly enriched many lives.
Mariann Badalucco
August 27, 2008
Our condolences to the Reynolds Family. I remember Richie from when I worked at the Fleet Bank in Montgomery, he would always come in and say hello and get everyone current on the events in Montgomery. He will be missed.
Mariann Badalucco and family
Brenda, John, Lia and Matthew Bo Grammer
August 27, 2008
Bob, Cindy, and Bobby,
We were so heartbroken when we heard about the passing of our dear friend Richie. There will be a huge void in our backyard without our buddy. We will miss him stopping over to visit us and our children almost daily. The kids especially will miss his "ahh..what's up doc?", his Abbott and Costello..who's on first? bit, and his hi-fives. I will miss him yelling over "Hey..what's going on dear?" or "what'dya got goin' on this weekend?" We'll miss hearing that lucky for all of us this day has been quiet (no fires..etc) and hearing about his good times at the many happenings in the town, village or surrounding towns. We'll miss running into him everywhere downtown. Montgomery will not be the same without him. We've shared many special days with Richie Rich (as Lia called him)... birthday parties, trips to the ice cream stand, football games...etc. Our family loved him too as he was always over to say hello to them as they visited.
Richie was a special man. God gave us a special soul for our neighbor. Life won't be the same without him. We're sorry for your loss Bob and family. We love you. We loved Richie with all of our hearts. We will miss our "mayor" of Montgomery and can't wait to hear him say "Hey, what took you so long...C'mon in" when we get to heaven. We love you Richie Rich!!! We hope you know how much!!!
Love, The Grammer Family
John, Brenda, Lia & Bo Grammer
August 26, 2008
Richie........... Genuine, wonderful, thoughtful, caring, honest, cheerful, innocent, entertaining, Richie, we all love you and miss you terribly already. Who will remind me what I'm doing this weekend, who will be outside our door asking how the kids are, who will I ride into town with in the morning. ... What's up Doc? What a beautiful Day! How'd the Yankees do last night? What's going on down at Stewart? How's your nephew? ... Richie, you were the only real Angel I've ever known. Thanks for welcoming our family to our home next door to you, and thanks for being my best friend. I wish we knew you longer. You were ALL the things that are good in life.
Charlie and Wendy Weeden
August 26, 2008
Our condolences to Richie's family. We have known Richie for many years and always enjoyed seeing him at Little League games, car shows and of course, General Montgomery Day. He will be missed by many. Such a cheerful person!
Kathy (Charles) Sero
August 26, 2008
Bobby, Cindy, Bob Jr., Gene and Robin,
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Richie will be missed by everyone in the village and anyone whoever had the pleasure of meeting him. The Charles Family will miss him so much. Our families shared so many holidays, birthdays and special occasions together that Ritchie, Bobby and Charlie were like brothers to us. It won't be the same coming "home" and not seeing Rich at Ed's Deli, Phil’s or sitting on the corner by Howard’s. Rich is home with his mom (Aunt Mae), Charlie and our mom and dad (Aunt Ty and Uncle George). We will miss you Rich, God Bless you. With Deepest Sympathy: The Charles Family, George, Marie, Steven, Brian, Kathy, George Jr. Tara and Denice.
rita and bob santo
August 26, 2008
November, 1976, we arrived in Montgomery, up from NJ, a bit early for our real estate appointment and decided to have a cup of coffee at Howard's. Richie walked in, pulled up a chair, sat down and asked us, "So, when are you folks moving up?" We knew right then and there that Montgomery would be our home. Thank you, Richie.
Jamie & Mary Lou Kniffin
August 26, 2008
We are so sad to hear about your loss. Richie was an icon in Montgomery and will sorely be missed. I can remember sitting in Phil the Barber's chair when I was 8 years old and Richie walking in to say howdy to everyone. Actually I can remember being 40 years old and him doing the same thing all over town. He always remembered a face and name even if he only met you once. He was a great asset to the Village of Montgomery.
Gail McTamaney
August 26, 2008
To the Reynolds family,
Deepest sympathy for your loss. I remember Richie from way back in my days at VCHS, when he'd always say "Hey, how're you doin'?" in his wonderful deep voice. Then he'd have some bit of current events, like "Hear about the big fire in Montgomery?" He always had a cheerful outlook on life. Years later, my husband was lucky enough to meet Richie at our Decade Reunion. he next day, we were in Montgomery and ran into Richie again and he gave us a tour of town, especially proud to point out the firehouse where he worked.
Richie was a one of a kind individual. Everyone who encountered him came away smiling. Today we are smiling through our tears. He will truly be missed.
Gail & Paul McTamaney
robert radulski
August 26, 2008
My condolences to the Reynolds family.We will surely miss him.
Bob & Mary Radulski
Sarah LaBar
August 26, 2008
Rarely in life do we come across a pure soul. Richie touched the heart of so many people, and I feel especially lucky that he touched mine. He will never be forgotten. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Reynolds family and the members of the Montgomery Fire Department.
Dino Orfanos
August 26, 2008
Reynolds Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. One of my fondest memories of growing up as a kid in Montgomery was always seeing Richie either waving hello or talking to us by either Howard's Deli or Phil's barber shop. He was truly an Ambassador of Montgomery.
Roger, Michelle, Phillip, Jeremy & Jason DeLillo
August 26, 2008
To The Reynolds Family:
Our family will always remember Richie as he was always at the rehearsals when we were members of the Ambassadors of New York Drum & Bugle COrps and later the Ambassadors of New York Percussion Ensemble. He truly enjoyed watched the group learn their "street music" for the parades. We will miss his smiling face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, but we know that his smile is now lighting up heaven the way it did here in Montgomery!!!
Roger Phillips
August 26, 2008
I was very upset to learn of Richie's passing. After reading all the entries, it all has been said. He was truly Mr. Montgomery and Mr. Fire Department. He will be extremely missed.
mary debree
August 25, 2008
i have known rich for 28 years before moving to florida and he was a kind and gentle man. will miss him.when i come up to montgomery for visits and not see him in the village.
Eleanor, and the rest of the Santo family
August 25, 2008
My condolences to the Reynolds family; as long as I can remember, Richie was a part of the scenery of Montgomery. He impacted my life, and I know countless others with his friendly face and enthusiastic wave!
He will truly, truly be missed.
Charley Shields
August 25, 2008
After reading each of the entries, there is very little one can add to the messages. Condolences to the family and our sympathy to the Village,the Church and the Fire Dept.
Whenever in the Village and Rich was always present, it was "hey Chief, any big fires lately", which prefaced our conversation. I'm sure he'll have a scanner in Heaven!!
Carole and Charley Shields
Past Chief, Maybrook FD
Rutland, Vermont
Michelle Gillespie
August 25, 2008
Bob, Cindy & Bobby,
I am so sorry to hear about Richie.He was a great guy,who's personality took him along way.He knew everyone and if he didn't,it wouldn't stop him from saying hello.
Being your neighbor for so many years has been a real honor,seeing that positive attitude from someone who was so high on life (Richie).Never letting anything get in the way of his daily visits.Right now, he's reuniting with all the people he has lost along the way.Catching them up on all the village gossip,or talking about what's new at the fire house.
We are going to miss all those conversations.His relationship with all of us was different.He hit all our hearts in a different way,a way in which he'll never be forgotten.
Words can't explain how sorry we are,but just know that if you need anything,we are here.
Michele Chianese (Hires)
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds family,and the MFD.
I grew up in Montgomery, the first 25 yrs of my life and what a beautiful little town. My most fondest memories are of Richie and his big smile and always waving hello, Montgomery will never be the same without that great big loving smile. You will be so missed. God bless You All....
Lisa Scott
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds Family,
Memories of growing up in Montgomery as a child are filled with fond memories of Richard, remembering the days of seeing him at Howes diner, and always greeting me with a smile, and hearing "How is my little Lisa today", and as I grew to understand that Richard had a heart of gold, and the he always had nothing but good things to say about eveyone. He was my buddy and my friend. And although he resided in Montgomery the pain of his loss is felt so many miles away, even here in Florida. Im going to miss you Rich. Always your friend Little Lisa.
Lynn Hirsch (Ruger)
August 25, 2008
I will always remember Richie, his enthusiastic waves, his big ol smile, his animated story telling, need I go on? If you live in Montgomery and you don't know Richie, you must not be able to get out much! He was always a real nice guy!
Patricia Reynolds
August 25, 2008
I would like to also add that Richard was "Montgomery" and he was one heck of a character. I love you Rich!!!!
Aunt Patti
Patricia Reynolds
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds family. I have many fond memories of Richard from all the years that I lived in Montfomery he was a good friend, and I know Montgomery will miss him very much.
Theresa Hannan
August 25, 2008
I was so sad to hear of the passing of Richie,I will always remember his friendly wave and ear to ear smile.Montgomery lost a true friend.Rest comfortably.Theresa Hannan
Jim & Ruby Griffin
August 25, 2008
The Reynolds FAmily, We have lost a good friend and he will be missed by everyone who knew him.Richie was a good freind of ours...God be with all the family and our thoughts and prayers to all of you..Jim & Ruby Griffin....Beulaville.N.C.
Nick Trapini
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds Family and the Montgomery Fire Department,
I am sorry for your loss. Richie is a big part of the village and the fire department. He will be greatly missed by all.
Kenneth Byrnes
August 25, 2008
Bob, Cindy, and Bob Jr,
I'm so Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this diffulcult time. God Bless you all!!!
Donna Lane
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds family,sorry to hear about your loss.As you already know Richie was a great person . His smile and waves as you come through the town will be missed by all.What a wonderful angel to have up above.God bless all of you.
Joe and Kathy Ferris
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds family,
Our deepest sympothy of the loss of Richie. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
dotty moulton
August 25, 2008
My husband and family moved to montgomery 32 yrs ago ..we had moved from Middletown NY ..my first outing i drive to Montgomery ..i find the corner store ..park my car here stands this ever so friendly man he says hello ...are you new here?... i say yes i am ....we talk quite awhile . i go home and told hubby how this man made me feel so welcome ..from that day on Ritchie was sure to always stop and talk when i was in town..thank you Ritchie for that..may you rest in peace ..were deeply sorry for your loss..
Dave and Liz Bonne
August 25, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. As you undoubtedly know, Richie will be missed by everyone that has ever visited or lives in Montgomery.
Billy Myers
August 25, 2008
Ugene & Robin:
So sorry to hear of oyur loss
You are in my prayers
Charlotte Martin
August 25, 2008
My deepest sympathy to all. I lived and owned a business in Montgomery for 11 yrs. As many before and after me I was greeted first by Richie with a "hello dear" and a big smile. Richie was what Mongomery is about, friendly, honest and genuine. He will be sadly missed by all who were privledged to to know him.
Jennifer Stoll
August 25, 2008
Bob, Cindy, Bobby, Gene and Robin,
I was so upset to hear about Richie.My heart goes out to you. May you find peace and comfort knowing he touched the heart and lives of so many. He was a beautiful soul, so compassionate about the community he lived in. He will truly be missed. May he rest in peace.
Ed, Lori, Dan & Leanne Keator
August 25, 2008
To Bob,Cindy, Jr., and the rest of the Reynolds Family, and MFD. We have known Richie most of our lives. He was and always will be "Mr.Montgomery". Always found you to say hello and have a nice conversation, whether you be uptown, at a school event, or General Montgomery Day. Richie, you rest in peace, dear soul. Every life you touched, you made better. You have been an icon in the Village for many years, and you will be sadly missed, and always remembered with joy and kindness.
Fred & Eileen Reichle
August 25, 2008
Montgomery has lost one its finest residents. Our condolences to his family. When at Mario's he would stop by our table with his friendly smile and always ask how we are. It was our pleasure to know him and he will be greatly missed for his smile and words.
August 25, 2008
To the Reynolds Family
Rich was a wonderful person. Always a smile and a warm hello. It was a gift to have known him. He will be surely missed by many. Our prayers are with you
Joanne and Mary
Alan & Barbara Fox
August 25, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Richie was one of the first to welcome us to Montgomery. He was a really good guy and we will miss him.
Georgia Baker
August 25, 2008
Sincere condolences to the Reynolds family. Montgomery will certainly never be the same with out Richie's famous greetings and smile. He will be missed by all who knew him well even if they no longer are Montgomery residents. Blessings to all from Georgia & Augie.
Larry Eckert
August 25, 2008
This week The Village of Montgomery lost a very inportent person.
Richie was the Public Relations person for the Village.
As a former village resident, I remmber the first time and the last time I last spok to Richie.
He always wanted to know how the Caballeros were doing, and if there were any new news in the drum corps world, that he should know about.
Richie was always a around when there was a parade, going on as he loved them.
One of the last things that I did, before I moved, was to look up Richie and to give him some drum corps tapes of the Caballeros, as he always loved them.
Richie had CHARISMA
Frederick R. Miller
August 24, 2008
Gene, Robin and family, We the officers and members of the Saratoga County Volunteer Fire Police Association (SCVFPA) join together to express our dearest sympathy and condolences.
God Bless
Frederick R Miller
President SCVFPA
Frank MaryBeth Kayla and Mom Turner
August 24, 2008
To the Reynolds Family Richie is going to be greatly missed as you know through out Montgomery. There wasn't a day that Rich didn't walk to town and stop at the gas station to make sure everything was going okay,and for that we greatly appreciated him and will always have fond memories of him. The village will never be the same without Rich.
The Dayton Nixon Family
August 24, 2008
Though I didn't know Richie personally I would see him all over Montgomery.Whether it was at the baseball games,walking down 17K he was always around town with a big smile on his face and saying hello to everyone.Our community has suffered a devasting loss we will miss him.Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family but just remember how special of a person he was.He will never be forgotten.........
Lisa Weed
August 24, 2008
Bob, Cindy and Bobby,
Our thoughts and prayer are with you.
God Bless
Jim and Lisa
Tim Dempsey'69
August 24, 2008
Sincerest condolences to the Reynolds family on the loss of a wonderful fellow, friend to all, Richie Reynolds.
Never had a more sincere, enthusiastic friend in all the world: truly the best; heart of pure gold.
A fireman's fireman.
A Montgomery original, loved by all who knew him.
The VC 69ers were always proud to be Richie's classmate, as we all graduated together in June 1969.
Richie knew the score. He's with the angels now. We were blessed to know Richie; we'll miss him dearly.
Terri Regan
August 24, 2008
Gene, Robin, Bob, Cindy, Bobby,
My condolences to all of you. I worked with Gene a long time ago at Heritage.Richie was a wonderful person and he will be missed in Montgomery. I felt lucky knowing him. God Speed Rich.
Nancy Bettcher Dooley
August 24, 2008
Heartfelt condolences to the Reynolds family and to the entire village of friends whose lives were enriched by the always smiling and incomparably convivial Richie. Truly a legend in his own time. May the spirit of his community pride live on in the hearts of those whose lives he touched.
Jay Presutti
August 24, 2008
I can remember back in High School at VC when Rich use to come to the sporting events. Rich would say hi to everyone. I will sure miss him walking down 17K and waving and pointing to every car that went pass. He always had an update on what was going on in Montgomery or the Fire Dept. General Montgomery Day and the Village will not be the same. Rest in Pease Rich, you will be sadly missed.
Ed Geer
August 24, 2008
Mongomery lost a good man.Thou i didnt know him well,whenever i would see him on the street he was always ready with a good word. Gonna miss that freindly wave whenever i drive through town .
David B Weimer Jr
August 24, 2008
To the Reynold's Family and Montgomery FD Members
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard was a friend to all and will truly be missed. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard thanks for the many fond memories.
Edward Blizard, Jr.
August 24, 2008
Richie was a friend to everyone and will be missed. My sympathy to the Reynolds family in their time of sorrow. Rest easy Richie. Say hi to Charlie for us.
cindy cutler
August 24, 2008
sorry for your lost.richie was a wonderful guy. ilived next door to him on valley ave with my sister debbie lewis. our prayers and thoughts are with you
Ronald Wendlandt
August 24, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Drew Johnson
August 24, 2008
Richie was a fixture in Montgomery and the Fire Department as long as I can remember. Montgomery will never be the same. He will be truly missed.
Dottie-Charlie Weeden
August 24, 2008
Gene, Robin and family.. was so sorry to read on line of the passing of Richie. He will be sadly missed by the folks there in Montgomery. He was a great ambassador for theMontgomery area and the Fire Dept.He ALWAYS had a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time
Bonnie Bennett
August 24, 2008
Gene, Robin, Bob, Cindy, and Bobbie,
Montgomery lost a one of a kind person when Richie passed away. I will always remember the childhood and even adult memories of Richie that I have. Even when I moved out of Montgomery, when he would see me in Montgomery, he would ask how I was and how my family was. He always remembered everyone.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Brian, Bonnie, Janelle and Matthew Bennett
Michael Zanetti
August 24, 2008
I knew Rich for 25 years or so. He had a huge heart and was truly an ambassador for the village and the fire company. Few people enjoyed life as he did. My condolences to the family
Art Fitzgerald
August 24, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the entire Reynolds family. Richie is a great asset to our community will be greatly missed by all. In my lfe time I don't remember someone Richie didn't know or would walk up to say hello to. My mom told me a story that when she moved to montgomery after marring my father, Richie was the first person to say hello and welcome her to the village and she never forgot that (45+yrs). Rest easy friend to us all!
Stephen & Marilyn Doty
August 24, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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