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Nimrod Reynolds Obituary
The Anniston Star reported Monday that Reynolds died on Sunday.
Reynolds is remembered for, with the Rev. William B. McClain, being beaten by a mob of whites as the men attempted to enter the Carnegie Library in Anniston in 1963, at the time closed to blacks. McClain returned the next day and checked out a book. Reynolds was confined to bed with injuries from the attack.
"Whatever progress has been made has been through a long struggle," Reynolds told The Star in a 1977 interview. "But the battle is a long, long way from being finished."
Reynolds continued to work for decades to win rights for blacks in the area. He later led the Community Action Agency, a community service and anti-poverty organization.
He also was chairman of the Anniston Improvement Association, which initiated demonstrations to open employment to blacks in business, according to the newspaper. He was appointed to the first Human Relations Council, which together with the bi-racial leadership organization COUL (Committee of Unified Leadership) helped steer the local community through the many crises from the 1960s through the 1980s.
"Hundreds of people have told me how he helped them get a job, or helped them get a house," Richardson said Monday of Reynolds.
At a celebration of Reynolds' work at the occasion of his 2009 retirement, the well-known civil rights pioneer and co-founder of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference the Rev. Joseph Lowery, called Reynolds "a great man" and a "chaplain of the common good."
Reynolds continued working for decades to win rights for blacks in the Anniston area. He later led the Community Action Agency, a community service and anti-poverty organization.
Reynolds retired in 2009. He served as pastor of Anniston's 17th Street Baptist Church for 48 years before that.
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125 Entries
Ann Sumners
November 19, 2013
I have just learned of Mr. Reynolds' passing. I was the librarian who issued the library card to him & his companion on the Monday after the awful Sunday & I respected him very much. My deepest sympathy to his family.
AD Bell
May 31, 2013
My sincere condolences to the Reynolds family. May the "GOD of comfort" give you the strength to cope with your precious loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. (2Corinthinas 1:3,4)
Denise Wormley
May 21, 2013
We are praying for you family in this time of need & will continue to pray that God give you peace. God picked a soldier that's been on the battle field a long time. Just know that he is a waiting in glory on you. Heaven has no sorrow that it can't heal. You will stay in we pray on & surely after this. This is our prayer....
Uria Jackson
May 21, 2013
Praise God!.....An angel has finished his work and ascended 2 heaven! My condolences and heartfelt sympathy 2 the Reynolds family....May God bless you all during this time of bereavement!
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trina tucker
May 20, 2013
R.i.p. mr. reyonld i dnt kno u nor ur family but as i was raised i was all ways told when prayers goes up blessings comes down it use to be when prices goes up blessings come down but now a days so many bad things happening all we need to do is PRAY'PRAY &PRAY My deepest sympthy goes out to the family' church family' relatives &friends May God continue to be with each of you during ur time of sorry n know that hs's only a telephone call away. Again R.I.P. MR. REYNOLDS> You don't have to know a person to pray or send ur sypthany out to them......a true woman of God being real about it
Jimmy Cox
May 18, 2013
My friend,my pastor
Mr.&Mrs.Gerald Carmichael,and Son
May 18, 2013
As a solid foundation to our community he will be sadly missed,thoughts an prayers go out to the family
Charles Nevett
May 18, 2013
Rev.Reynolds,you will be truly missed and your work was not in vain. Rest my brother, job well done.
Margaret Colley Day
May 18, 2013
Tammye & Andre: You have my deepest condolences, as you mourn the loss of your father. I pray that you find great comfort and joy in your memories. Rev. Reynolds served our community and paved the way for opportunities for so many people, including me. His leadership and sacrifices will always be remembered and appreciated.
Jacqueline Edmondson- Hanks
May 18, 2013
R.I.P.
Thaddeus & Freida Moore
May 17, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cynthia Holmes
May 17, 2013
I Love You...Rev. Reynolds...I won't mourn your death, I'll celebrate your life...Tammy and Andre...My prayers are with you and your families.
Pastor E.O. Jackson, Sr.
May 17, 2013
Well Done Man of God. You have certainly fought a good fight and you have kept the faith, now you can receive that crown which is laid up for all those who love his appearance.You have invited many souls to come to Jesus, now you can honestly that you have come to Jesus. Farewell preacher-teacher-pastor-leader-worker
Teresia Hall
May 17, 2013
Tammy, we are praying for you and your family. God Bless!!!!
Minister Anthony & Lora Chatmon
May 17, 2013
Tammye & Andre'
During his life you shared him with the congregation, community, state and country. In his death we share your grief. God bless and keep you during this time of sorrow.
Shirley Carter
May 17, 2013
Rest in Peace my friend, I will see you one day
Willaim & Aleada Tarver
May 17, 2013
Thanks for all the work you did for justice and righteousness. Your dedication to bring about change will not be forgotten. Sincerest sympathy to the Family on the lost of a Father, and Pastor and true brother to many. Rest in God's House.
April Taylor
May 17, 2013
Rip
dorothy mosley mclaughlin
May 17, 2013
RIP IN PEACE REV REYNOLDS I LOVED YOU AND ALWAYS WILL NO MORE WORRIES MY LOVE
Jimmie & Vivian Thompson
May 17, 2013
Tammye,
Our hearts ache for you and your family during this difficult time. Reverend Reynolds was such an amazing man and he shared a special relationship with our church family. Reverend Reynolds will truly be missed.
With deepest sympathy,
First Missionary Baptist Church Family
May 17, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Minister Angela Love
May 17, 2013
May God bless and keep you all during this time. Rev Reynolds was a major influence in the life of the Lindsey, Love, Williams and Gunn families.
Mitchell knox
May 17, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Coretta Grant
May 17, 2013
May his light forever shines.
GEORGE AND KALANTAN DUFF AND FAMILY
May 17, 2013
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME AND ALWAYS.GOD WILL GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH THAT YOU NEED.
Mary Turner-Gooding
May 17, 2013
RIP my friend and close brother, you fought a good fight now go on up get your reward. We will certainly miss you and you will never be forgotten. Tell all our friends and love ones Hi and that we're still on the job down here. But when we all get to heaven we'll gona shout,"THE VICTORY!!!LOVE YOU MAN. TO THE FAMILY KEEP LOOKING UP! MAY GOD'S COMFORT/PEACE SUSTAIN YOU ALL. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Love--the Turner-Gooding Family
May 17, 2013
Many thanks to the leaders that helped pave the way for so many of us. Peace be unto you.
-C. Forbes-Riley- Gadsden,AL
Sandra Wise
May 16, 2013
R.I.P REV. REYNOLDS. GOD BLESS YOU AND WILL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE! STAY STRONG TAMMIE AND ANDRE.
E. Dean Frederick
May 16, 2013
The story regarding the incident at the Library, is only a small part of "The Man.". The changes that Rev. Reynolds and Rev. Nettles brought to Anniston will live on forever! To God Be The Glory!
May 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
GLADYS PLEA
May 16, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Allen Family
May 16, 2013
The passage of time has not lessened your presence in the community and the city of Anniston of those u touched.Your kindness and your love continues the ecnoes,for the struggle of justice .
May 16, 2013
Thank you for fighting for civil rights
May 16, 2013
Thank You for fighting for rights
Carmon Jones
May 16, 2013
Free from this life down here resting on the mountain top with our Heavenly Father Job well done. God Bless
Kevin Rigby
May 16, 2013
May God comfort you as you face these trying times.However remember that God is faithful. he will never leave or forsake us. Just cherish the memories of the life of Pastor Reynolds. This is not the end but there will be a great reunion in the bye and bye.
Angela Nealy-Perry
May 16, 2013
To the family, Rev Reynolds will always be remember for the great civic work he did for the community. I personally will remember him for providing me with my first co-op school job. Rev Reynolds hired me as a junior secretary at Community Action Agency located then at 700 Quintard Ave. He was always a champion for those in need. My condolences.
May 16, 2013
Psalm 65:2
MJW
May 16, 2013
We wish to express our condolences. May God who see your pain and tears comfort your family at this difficult time. Matthew 11:28-30
May 16, 2013
Please be comforted by the words found at Hebrew 2:18 "God is able to come to the aid of those who are being put to the test".
Joyce Carpenter Young
May 16, 2013
To Andre and Tammye and family, your father was an awesome leader who will be sorely missed. You have much to be proud of for I know that God is pleased with the labor of his servant N. Q. Reynolds. I pray for your comfort and peace during this time of loss. But remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Blessings and peace be with you in the days to come; may you find strength for the journey.
Lynn Marbry
May 16, 2013
To the Reynolds Family,Dr. Reynolds was well loved by all that knew him, He has done many great things, some of which I can't remember, But his legacy will be remembered for a longtime to come.I am very sorry for your loss, But God makes no mistakes, He had led a glorious life and has moved on to his new home to march with the angels.Keeping the family in prayer, Look to the Lord for your stength and he will see you through.
May 16, 2013
First, I want to say "thank you for your service". Condolences to your family!
JULIE ROSARIO
May 16, 2013
REV. REYNOLDS WITH ALL RESPECT FOR WHAT WE BELIEVE IN I THANK YOU FOR TAKING ACTION TO STAND UP FOR THOSE THAT DID'NT HAVE THE COURAGE. MAY THE LORD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND GIVE THEM THE STRENGTH THAT'S NEEDED IN THIS TIME OF A GREAT LOSS. R.I.P.
Sherry Spilman
May 16, 2013
Sorry for your loss Ms.Williams,Stan and family.. Rev. Reynolds will be greatly missed! However he will never be forgotten! He has touched so many lives and created so many memories that he will forever live on thru the ones who were blessed to have been in his presence.. GREAT MAN!! Thank you for your services Rev.. May you rest in peace and Lord wrap your arms around this family in their time of sorrow.. Praying for you all.
May 16, 2013
Thank you for your curageous service.
Cathy Evans-Adams
May 15, 2013
The family is in my thoughts and prayers! May God strenghten you all in this time. What a mighty man of God. Well Done thy good and faithful servant!
Richard Caver
May 15, 2013
To the family of Rev.Reynolds,you are in our thoughts and prayers.He was a great man and Minister.I loved to hear him preach.I am proud to have known him.May he R.I.P.
Monica (Smitherman) Ferguson
May 15, 2013
Rev. Reynolds has always been a part of my life as a close family friend. He and my father, Rev. G. E. Smitherman, were pioneers in Anniston. May the family find comfort in knowing that his life was dedicated to helping others and spreading the Gospel. God bless and keep the family during this difficult time.
Wendy McCollum
May 15, 2013
Thank you! May he rest in peace! My condolences to the family!
May 15, 2013
Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache,
but those who care and,
share your loss wish you,
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength,
in the love of family,
and in the warm embrace,
of friends.
Deepest Sympathy,
Resa Boydston
Bettye Godwin Brooks - Tyner
May 15, 2013
The West Point, Ga. Harrison High School Class of 1963 wishes to express their deepest sympathy to the entire Reynolds family during your time of sorrow. We shall never forget Rev. N. Q. Reynolds who was our graduation speaker on May 19, 1963 at Bethlehem Baptist Church , West Point, Ga.
May your family find comfort in knowing that he touched so many lives in many ways. He just moved to his eternal home to rest. He shall never be forgotten.
May 15, 2013
What a man! May God be awaiting him with open arms and say WELL DONE my good and faithful servant!!! Joseph Jackson,III Gulfport,Ms
Bobby Gordon ll
May 15, 2013
Rest in peace and march on in heaven.
S. Marshay & Jack Clayborn
May 15, 2013
RIP Rev. Reynolds. To the family: your father's faithful service to the community will never be forgotten. May God bless and keep you.
May 15, 2013
Tammye & Andre', so sorry for the loss of your Father. When I think about Rev. Reynolds, this little song comes to my mind, May The Work I've Done Speak For Me", this is his life. I remember when I would walk Roddrick to Randolph Park School, to get my excerise in the morning, your Dad would always stop so that Stanley could walk in the morning with Roddrick and I. He was a Great Man. Remember the good times to get you through the rough times ahead.
God Bless!
Brenda, Tony & Roddrick Hill
Kacy Queen
May 15, 2013
my GOD be with you
Council Rudolph Jr
May 15, 2013
A man of GOD sent to do a job.job well done. GOD has your reward
TS
May 15, 2013
My sympathy to the Reynolds family, may you find comfort in the hope for man and be comforted that God is our refudge. John5:28.
Jill
May 15, 2013
May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief, may all fond memories stay close to your hearts. Psalms 46:1
Wanda McCarter
May 15, 2013
Thanks for the work you've done Rest in the Lord.You fought a great fight.
May 15, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Reynolds family during this time of grief. God is for us a refuge and strength, a help that is there to e found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
In Christ
Rev. Barbara Simmons
May 15, 2013
I salute this man of God, because although he didn't know ME and I didn't know him, his fight was for me, thank you sir, I will see you on the other side. God bless your family.
May 15, 2013
Tammye and Andre', I am so sorry for your loss, your Father was a great man of God. I can only think on this when it comes to Rev. Reynolds "May The Work I've Done Speak For Me, his life is saying just that. I remember when I would walk Roddrick to school every morning at Randolph Park, to get my excercise, Rev. Reynolds would stop every morning so Stanley could walk with us to school. Remember all the good times, it will help you get through the tough days ahead.
Brenda, Tony and Roddrick Hill
Davetta Daniels
May 15, 2013
The world needs more men of valor and courage, as we wage a struggle for freedom, equality and justice, especially among African Americans. Prayerfully, the struggle continues so your blood stains will not be in vain. Rest in peace and God Bless you fearless leader. Dr. Davetta Daniels
Linda
May 15, 2013
To the Reynolds family my deepest condolences are offered. Please rely on God's strength and refuge to get you through this difficult time.
(John 5:28)
Donald Sanders
May 15, 2013
May God's word comfort and stengthen the family.
Wayne Geis
May 14, 2013
To the rights of all Men. May God give you a special place in Heaven.
Michelle Lambert
May 14, 2013
My Prayers are with t Reynolds Family in there time of need.
Pastor Stephen C. Hudson
May 14, 2013
My friend, my brother; to the family a legend has passed on. I am made the better for having in my life as a mentor. May GOD richest blessing be with all you.
PAT BOHANNON
May 14, 2013
PRAYERS TO THE WONDERFUL MAN AND HIS FAMILY.
NAOMI MILLIGAN
May 14, 2013
TO THE FAMILY OF REV,NIMROD Q.REYNOLDS.Qnce again i fine myself with some more history from 1963.At that time i was 16year old. I Travel on a Freedom bus to partipated in a freedom march ,after ariveing in Tallahassee the march was cacel.But there is still work's to be done, the struggle is not over.With Deepest Sympathy .Naomi Milligan ,Gainesville ,Floorida.
Epreval Weeks
May 14, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Epreval Weeks
May 14, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Howard / Doris Rudolph
May 14, 2013
He was a blessing to our family spiritually and personally.
Blessings to Andre and Tammy and the off-springs.
May 14, 2013
"Beloved, NOW are we the Sons of God, and it does not yet appear what we shall be; BUT we know that, when HE shall appear, we shall be like HIM, for we shall see Him as He is." Thank you for laying a sured foundation during the days of my youth..."We were called the Pressure Cookers in the '70's." Rest well, until we meet again. To those who remain, prepare your hearts for the day of the Lord is at hand. --Dontanette Cohill
May 14, 2013
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Ginger F. Smith & Family
Carolyn Hagood-Stephenson
May 14, 2013
May Rev.N.Q.Reynolds soul rest in peace. May God Our Father in Heaven comfort the family and friends, help us to continue the movement for allrightousness mankind.
K P
May 14, 2013
In God's care. May God's mercy and grace allow Rev. Nimrod too rest in peace. May God bless the Reynolds family today and always. Love,peace, and strenght too the family.
Christine Chapman
May 14, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with the Reynold's family.
TERESA VANCURON
May 14, 2013
We lost another great American hero and humanitarian. Without the great work of this man and others then no one in the US would have the right to enjoy the basic civil freedoms all of us in my generation and younger have taken for granted..education, employment, voting rights...etc. Even the basic human rights (for example the right to sit down and have lunch with your own best friend in a restaurant). Hard to imagine that. Thank you Rev Reynolds for fighting for those rights.
Tara Spence-Averett
May 14, 2013
To Tammye, Andre', Stan, and Stedman
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted…" Matthew 5:4
My uncle has fought many battles and now he can rest.
I will forever love you Uncle Nimrod.
May 14, 2013
To a great man. Rest in peace.
Tanya McKnight
May 14, 2013
Tammye & Andre,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during the difficult time. Uncle Nimrod was a man of vision, courage, and most importantly, a man of God. He was one of God's soldiers who stepped out of faith and helped make our country a better place for ALL mankind. He's earned his rest.
Daniel 12:13 - As for you, go your way till the end. You will rest, and then at the end of the days you will rise to receive your allotted inheritance.
Mrs. J. Wesley Barbee
May 14, 2013
For your service to humankind, Thank you. You were made in the image of God and did His work. Now, you celebrate with the Saints of Old. Hopefully you've had a reunion with all of the saints that changed the USA in the 1950s and 1960s.
Rest well, you deserve your Heavenly benefits.
Deondra
May 14, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Melinda Watts
May 14, 2013
Rev. Reynolds began his civil rights work a few years before I was born in Anniston, and I am thankful for the work he did. We are all created in the image of Almighty God, and for this reason should treat each other with dignity and respect. In this fallen world this will never be fully achieved, but blessed are the ones God sends to stand up for those who are oppressed, as Rev. Reynolds did so diligently. We are better for his having lived among us. My condolences to Rev. Reynolds' family and friends.
Deirdre Reid
May 14, 2013
May the wonderful promise that we have be given at John 5:28 where we are told "Do not marvel at this all those in the memorial tomb will hear his voice and come out".
That smile and friendly handshake will be missed
Tia Spence-Gigger
May 14, 2013
You will be dearly missed.
Robert Burt
May 14, 2013
Rev Reynolds was a "SOLDIER" who stood his grounds on the Battle Field of Anniston, AL and I Salute You. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Reynolds family.
CHERYL JEFFERSON
May 14, 2013
THANKS TO YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE & BRAVERY RIP
Jane Dowling
May 14, 2013
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.
Tami
May 14, 2013
Thank you for taking the hits so our generation and after will not have to. I am sorry to see this generation of pioneers and brave resistance soldiers pass on. We are responsible now to make sure their sacrifices were never in vain.
DEBRA CEOL
May 14, 2013
My prayers go out to the Reynolds family.
May 14, 2013
Thank you for your tireless fight and life-long dedication to the human spirit. RIP.
A. Campbell
Cleveland, Ohio
Harold Cartwright
May 14, 2013
Sir, thank you and God bless you and yours, for your bravery,
courage and standing up for "our" rights in the name of Jesus. May you now rest in the arms of the Almighty.
LW
May 14, 2013
R.I.P. thank you for standing up for the people I wll continue to pray for your family we know you are resting peacefully with thy heavenly father
Rachael Curry
May 14, 2013
With heart felt Sympathy you will be missed.
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