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Richard REYNOLDS Obituary
Richard Floyd "Dick" Reynolds passed away Feb. 17 in Fort Worth. He was 86.
He was a much loved husband, father and grandfather, and a respected Army veteran, businessman, lawmaker and government leader. He was born Sept. 21, 1927, in Flint, Ohio. He moved to Richardson, Texas, in 1960, where he was elected to the city council and began his rise in Texas politics. He served in the Texas Legislature from 1973-1977.
He was preceded in death by a son, Christopher. He is survived by his wife, Donna Reynolds; six children, Brad Reynolds of Austin, Guy Reynolds of Dallas, Jack Reynolds of Frisco, Eric Reynolds of Mansfield, Ann Marie of Boulder, Colo., and Holly Job of Stephenville; 11 grandchildren; brother, Jack Reynolds of Canal Winchester, Ohio; and sister, Marilyn Lawless Worthington, Ohio.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, at Weed-Corley-Fish North Funeral Home in Austin. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, at Hyde Park Baptist Church, 3901 Speedway in Austin. Interment will follow at the Texas State Cemetery.
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Neil Riddick
February 25, 2014
Sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great man who made a difference.
Carole Fox
February 24, 2014
I had the honor of working for, and with, Mr. Reynolds for many years. I am a better person for knowing him. Love and prayers to his family.
Brian Greve
February 21, 2014
Saddened to hear of this loss as Mr. Reynolds was a great man and will not be forgotten. My deepest prayers and condolences to his family.
Linda von Quintus
February 20, 2014
Mr. Reynolds "Dick" was one the best men I ever had the pleasure to know -- he will be forever missed -- my heart is with you Donna -- I am so saddened by the news
February 20, 2014
Sincerest condolences to the family during this time of sadness. Many hearts are saddened over the death of Richard. Keep the love alive...love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:8
Julie Hughes Waida
February 19, 2014
Brad, Guy, Jack, Eric, and Ann,
I'm so very sorry to hear about your dad. It's been a long time since we all lived together in Canyon Creek. It brings back fond memories our families shared together. Your dad was funny and so kind. May God's peace be with your family.
Patience Buchanan
February 19, 2014
We will miss his great good humor and smiling face.
February 19, 2014
Donna & Family:
I am sorry for your loss, & I know that losing Dick is hard to bear. However,I am grateful that Dick no longer has the physical pain.
Your family & our state now have representation where we need it most.
Lee Guilory
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