Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
John Reynolds Obituary
Of Ithaca, NY
Formerly of Buffalo, NY
ITHACA - John Reynolds, 84, of Ithaca, NY, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2007, at home in Ithaca. He was predeceased by his wife, Kay; and his brothers, infant Anthony Balaski, Robert Balaski, Walter Tyc, Joseph Tyc. John is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Rudy Maneff; son, John Wylie Reynolds; daughter, Paula Reynolds; grandchildren, Rudy, Brian, Kevin Maneff; sisters, Florence Wisniewski, Pearl Keksz, Nellie Wisniewski, Frances Srednicki, Dorothy and Al Feldbauer; and many nieces and nephews. John was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on December 8, 1923, the son of Walter and Cecelia Balaski. After serving as a pilot during WWII with the US Army Air Corps in 1950, he moved to Buffalo to pursue a career in radio announcing. He worked for 19 years in the Buffalo area as the "voice of public television", also specializing in commercial voiceovers. John also worked during that time in Public Relations for Goodwill Industries to support his family, and was especially proud of his accomplishment of providing Cornell educations to his three children. After retirement, he spent 15 years as a volunteer for the Western New York Independent Living Project, Inc., contributing to their state and nationwide campaigns for accessibility rights for the disabled.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Catherine of Siena Church, located at St. Catherine Circle, off Hanshaw Rd., Ithaca, NY, on Thursday, December 13, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Michael Mahler officiating. Friends are invited to call at Lansing Funeral Home, 32 Auburn Rd., Lansing, NY, on Wednesday, December 12, 2007, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Those wishing are asked to direct gifts of sympathy to the Western New York Independent Living Project, 3108 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14214, 716-836-0822; or Hospicare of Ithaca, 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850 in memory of John Reynolds.
www.lansingfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Reynolds
4 Entries
Angeline Duane
December 12, 2007
My Dear Friend Paula,
Know that you and your family are in my prayers during this time of loss. I am so glad I got to meet your dad, and I often reflect on the time we all spent together having dinner at your house many years ago. He was a bright spot for me, as I am sure he was for so many others!
Much love to you,
Angeline
Jim & Shelley Bryant
December 11, 2007
Paula,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jacki BROOKS
December 10, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. John will be missed for his joking around. I had met John at our NorthEast Senior Citizens luncheons which were held at St Cathrines every 2nd mondays and then when he volunteered at Life Long. John had a lot of "spunk" in him and was always the life of the party. Again my deepest sympathies
Jacki Brooks(NE SR Citizens
Laurie Spada
December 10, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss...John was a grest guy and will be sadly missed.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in John Reynolds's name
Memorial Events
for John Reynolds
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Reynolds's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
