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GALLIPOLIS — Gary Reynolds, 70, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away April 14, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born April 11, 1951 in Legion, Kentucky, son of the late Earl and Edna (Caudill) Reynolds.
He is survived by his partner in life "Baby," Dianna Johnson of Gallipolis; three children, Stacey Artis of Gallipolis, Amy (Brian) Kirby of Grove City, Ohio, and Brian Reynolds of Gallipolis; grandchildren, Kayla, Ally, Tyler, Adrianna, Emily, and Blake; great-grandchildren, Marley and Lilah; many nieces and nephews; and two sisters, Aileen (Mike) Ehlinger and Gwenda Sue Reynolds.
Gary retired after 30 years with Gallipolis Developmental Center. He was an active member of Elks Club, Kanauga Gun Club, and Cliffside Golf Club. He enjoyed doing many activities with his family and friends, which included golfing, fishing, hunting, playing chess, bowling, playing pool, and card games. Anyone that knew him loved his ability to win a BET.
He will be remembered for his great sense of humor, his entertaining stories, and his willingness to make everyone feel welcomed and loved.
He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Rodney and Greg Reynolds and his loving parents.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Zane Colley officiating. Burial will follow at Old Pine Cemetery. Friends may call prior to the service from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Those in attendance are asked to follow the CDC guideline of social distancing and the Ohio mandate of wearing face masks. Pallbearers will be Brian Reynolds, Brian Kirby, Tyler Kirby, Willie Noble, Davie Wills, and Mike Eachus.
Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.
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