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Donald Reynolds Obituary
Donald Franklin Reynolds Sr., 78, of Highlands, North Carolina, and Bradenton, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 26, 2019, in Bradenton.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Christ Anglican Church in Cashiers, North Carolina, on a future date to be announced. Father Jim Murphy of Christ Anglican Church will be officiating. Burial will be at Highlands Memorial Park, Highlands, North Carolina.
Reynolds was born in Wadesboro on Sept. 19, 1940. He is a graduate of Wadesboro High School and attended Appalachian State University. Business and family life took him from the beautiful coastal town of Southport, North Carolina, to the majestic mountains of Highlands, North Carolina. He always had an infectious love of life which carried him a long way and uplifted so many others as well.
Reynolds was married 58 years to his sweetheart, Virginia Oneta Bell of Lincolnton, North Carolina, on June 25, 1960.
"Dandy Don" was a serial entrepreneur founding and operating a building supply store, motel and restaurant. As a North Carolina licensed general contractor, he developed residential and commercial property, served as superintendent of construction at Kanuga Conference Center, and owned Brunswick Paint Centers. He was actively involved and served on the board of Brunswick County Homebuilders Association. He joyfully served his church on the vestry as junior warden. He was an avid pet lover, woodworker, craftsman, music lover, sports enthusiast and most of all, he loved traveling around the USA.
"Poppy" (as he was lovingly named by his daughter-in-law), is survived by his wife, Oneta Bell Reynolds; their beloved son, Donald F. Reynolds Jr., and his wife Denise; sisters, Margaret Reynolds Riggins and Frances Reynolds Hawk; loving niece, nephews and many cousins, friends and his beloved church family.
He is preceded in death by his dear parents, the Rev. Eddie Franklin Reynolds and Mildred McCrae Reynolds.
Memorials may be made to Christ Anglican Church, PO Box 2461, Cashiers, North Carolina 28717. The family of Donald Franklin Reynolds Sr. wishes to thank the Manatee County EMS, doctors, nurses and entire staff at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center for the excellent care and compassion provided to us during this most difficult time.
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Barbara Sutton
February 18, 2019
Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you and your family.
He will comfort you and he will make you strong ~ 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.
February 11, 2019
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14.
~ BB ~
John
February 11, 2019
So sorry for the family's loss. No words can ever express the loss of a loved one. May all of you find comfort and peace in all the loving memories you've shared together. Please be comforted in knowing that God understands your grief and he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
February 10, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved ones today and always.May the God of peace be with your family and friends àt this difficult time ( Psalms.29 : 11 )
February 9, 2019
Expressing sincere condolences to the family at this time of sadness. Please allow the words found at Psalms 9:9 to strengthen you.
February 7, 2019
To the Family I am sorry to hear the news about your loss may the God who Blind up the broken-hearted and comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time Isaiah 61
Jj
Charlie Hammond
February 3, 2019
Brother Don always had a warm smile and friendly greetings for all. He was an inspiration to the members of Christ Anglican Church. May God truly bless Don and his family. He will be missed and always loved.
Fred Van Atta
February 3, 2019
A strong Christian witness and friend that will be missed. I will always treasure our time with Don and his sweetheart.
Cathy Van Atta
February 2, 2019
Don was a true inspiration for love of life and kindness for all. What a pleasure it was to be considered his friend and to be granted one of his precious possessions, his time. I regret Fred's and my time with Don was cut too short. Our prayers go out to Neta as she braves a new life without him.
TERESA CRISSON
February 2, 2019
Prayers for you all during this time. I can imagine that my mom was there to greet him as he entered the gates of Heaven.She always loved you both so much.Will continue to pray for your peace and comfort in the days and weeks ahead.
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