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Mary Reynolds Obituary
Born Oct. 20, 1913, in Pittsylvania County, Va., to John James Oakes and Ida Belle Rigney Oakes, she had made her home on the Peninsula since 1958.
Mary always believed that family came first, as was evidenced by her selfless devotion to her own family. She found pleasure in the simple things of life, such as growing flowers, gardening, and her love for cats and birds.
Mrs. Reynolds was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, Hugh Reynolds. The youngest of seven children, she was also predeceased by her sister and five brothers.
She is survived by her four children, Mary Hamblin of Newport News, Brenda Hartshorn and husband, John, of Williamsburg, Johnny Reynolds of Newport News, and Peggy Jones and husband, Bob, also of Newport News. Also surviving are her seven grandchildren, Butch and Wayne Hamblin, Karen Soter, Robin Keynton, Jason Hartshorn, Stephanie Edinger and Brad Jones; six great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and numerous additional extended family.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at the Weymouth Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Ben Barbour. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Peninsula Memorial Park. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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November 11, 2009
Linda and I send to the family our deepest sympathy. We will keep the family in our thought and prayers. Sincerely, Linda and Roscoe Reynolds(son of Howard).
November 11, 2009
Sending you our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
The Callahans,
Prospect, KY
Desmond Kendrick
November 10, 2009
My sincere sympathy in the loss of Bertha. I remember talking with her many times about family history. Her mother was sister to my Grandpa "Whale" Rigney. She was a special person and I feel it an honor to have known her. My thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.
Desmond Kendrick
Archivist, Pittsylvania County, VA
Tim and Donna Enzor
November 10, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
November 10, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Taylor Jefferson
November 9, 2009
Dear family of Mary,
We enjoyed knowing and loving you mother as we were her neighbor for several years. She was always hospitable, friendly and a caring person. Taylor always teased her and I shared with her in her concerns. When she moved away from us we missed her very much. Our prayers are with all of you and again we are so very glad that we knew Mary.
Taylor & Micheal Jefferson
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