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Russell Logan "Rags" Reynolds Sr.
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Born in Wilmington, DE on August 12, 1950, he was a son of the late Charles and Caroline (Mattson) Reynolds. Russell made his career as a jockey. After retiring from riding in 1997, he continued his career in the horse racing industry as a valet.
Russell loved anything involving horse racing and was a proud member of the Jockey's Guild. He was a man of faith and member of The Journey church. In his later years, he was a very proud and active member of AA. He especially loved his dogs and relished any opportunity to spoil them.
In addition to his parents, Russell was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Reynolds; 4 brothers; and 1 sister. He is survived by his children, Russell Reynolds, Jr. (Tammy) and Gypsy Goretz (Justin); 4 sisters; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and girlfriend, Rebecca Manley.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 1 pm until 2 pm on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 2 pm. Inurnment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Russell's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or online by clicking here (www.alz.org).
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Christina and Dan B.
July 30, 2025
It was such a joy to be Mr Russ´ neighbor. Halloween night was a treat for our kids when we´d go to his house and his dog would answer the door with its jockey costume on. Russ was always there to lend a helping hand and always made sure we and our kids were safe. He will always be remembered by us.
Jackie Laucirica
July 23, 2025
Such a great friend for over 50 yrs. So sorry I wasn´t able to attend his service. Prior to becoming ill, he would call me on Sundays on his way to church. I will see you again my friend. Love Jackie
Carol McGovern
July 21, 2025
We had a lot of laughter and good times!
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William hollick
July 21, 2025
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I rode races with Russell just before he retired & was a velvet with him at Delaware park
Such a great character very funny& I am proud to call him my friend
YOU REST EASY MY FRIEND
AND I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN PARADISE
LOVE YOU MAN
Billy hollick
Tom B.
July 21, 2025
Russell was a great guy. He helped me in so many ways and was always there to offer wisdom and unconditional love. You are missed. God has gained a great man.
Willard Reynolds Jr.
July 18, 2025
Knowing you are in a far better place, makes the pain a little easier. I know by rights you are my uncle, but you will always be my brother. We shared a lot of good times in the early years and ate a lot of the same dirt with them ponies. Until we meet again, love you brother.
Danielle
July 18, 2025
Rest in peace uncle Russ
Great person to my dad all the way
Love yew and miss yew
Dolores Norris
July 17, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss your father was a nice man he had a wonderful sense of humor and could kick up a leg with me on Delaware parks dance floor remember all the good memories
Chelsea
July 16, 2025
Seeing Russell´s face at 7 am is a core memory of me climbing out of a very dark time- he will be dearly missed
Vangelina
July 15, 2025
I us to go to my grandfather Russel´s Reynolds AA meetings with him when I spent nights with him and I used to go to his church Pleasant Hill worship center up and Elton when his memory was good. He was loved by so many people. I also used to go watching pool. I love you poppop RIP
Kathy Wright jacobs
July 14, 2025
The last time I saw you was at aunt Hilda furnal you gave me the biggest hug said hello to everyone in heaven for me ia! Sorry for the lost of someone specia!
Dee Reynolds
July 13, 2025
Rest Easy Uncle Russ. I remember all the times you used to take me roller skating and pick me up. You were always my best uncle and nothing will change that. I love you always and forever
Linda Abrams Allen
July 13, 2025
So sorry to hear that Russell passed . Prayers for the family. My thoughts are with you all.
Judy
July 13, 2025
Russell and my husband JJHealy have been friends for a long time.Russell rode horses for me and my husband. He will be missed but I bet my husband and him have their own race track up in heaven. For his family left behind I´m sorry for your loss but he had a wonderful life. Tell we meet again your friend Judy Healy
Bonnien& Floyd Tolle
July 13, 2025
Floyd & I enjoyed his friendship for many years. He rode some for us at Penn National
Lance and Jennifer Parrott
July 13, 2025
Many memories of Russell. Lance says you will build a fence together in Heaven. Maybe with wings you can hold the posthole digger
Love Lance and Jennifer Parrott
Jay Gkass
July 13, 2025
Here is Russell winning a race in 1971 for my parent first career win. ai had the pleasure of working with Russell galloping horses for Bessie Gruwell and also working right next to him as a valet. A great guy that was there for anyone and always made you laugh. His humor and laughter was infectious.Miss you ol´ boy!!!!!!
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