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Donnie Reynolds Obituary

A branch manager for National Trench Safety, he died surrounded by his family at 9:01 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2009, at his home in Prairieville. He was 44 and a native of Quitman, Miss. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home in Gonzales on Sunday, April 19, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting continues at the funeral home on Monday, April 20, from 10 a.m. until a service at 12:30 p.m., conducted by Ray Smith. Interment in Hope Haven Gardens of Memories, Gonzales. Survived by his wife, Robin Barrow Reynolds; mother, Ruthie Reynolds; two daughters, Shantel and Courtney Diez; a son, Justin Diez; two brothers, Terry and Keith Reynolds; a grandchild, Caley Duplessis; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Reynolds; and a nephew, Eric Mosley. Pallbearers will be Dee Deslatte, Tommy "Bama" Aldridge, Todd Barrow, Ronnie Cochran, Chuck Brown, Ronnie Reeves, Donnie Cochran and Kim Keller. He enjoyed LSU football, golfing and playing pool. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. The family would like to give a special thanks to Donnie's mother-in-law, Shelia Barrow, who provided hospice care during a difficult time not only for us, but for her as well. Please visit www.caringbridge.org/visit/donniereynolds.

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Published by The Advocate from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19, 2009.

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LATASA RIVERS

May 5, 2009

WE MISS DONNIE HERE ON ONCOLOGY

Bro Caruso

April 22, 2009

Donnie will be dearly missed. I have just known Donnie for a short time but seems like I've known him forever, he makes you feel that way, what a great friend. His memories will always be in my heart. I will never forget when he came to the house for a crawfish boil (what a great day that was) and he had a big bump on his head and he explain how he got it, riding on the golf cart and someone hit a golf ball and it hit him in the head, BOINK, we laughed and laughed, and I made fun of it, needless to say payback was in Donnie favor as not long after that an incident happen to me, walking into the sliding glass door in Florida and bumping my head,knees, hell my whole body,woke up every body in the condo, well guess who was the first person to make fun of me, you got that right, DONNIE!!!
Time flies by way to fast, and I feel blessed that Donnie was part of my life, I just wish I've would have met him a long time ago.
Again, my sympathies go out to you and your family.

Nicole Bourgeois

April 20, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Donnie but I'm sure he was a wonderful man. A great husband and father. He will be missed greatly. My sympathies go out to you and your family. You are in my prayers. God will help you through this hard time.

Terry Hogan

April 20, 2009

Robin, our sympathies are with you and your family during this time. I worked with Donnie at NTS for 1 1/2 years and have to say I couldnt have asked for a better boss, co-worker and friend. Our prayers are with you.

Tawanah Blouin

April 20, 2009

My Deepest Sympathy to the Reynolds Family.
My God be with you all through this difficult time.

kim kerek

April 20, 2009

I HAD TO GO AWAY

I had to go away.
I'm sorry you couldn't come with me.
But on earth is where you shall stay.
Please do not be sad.
Instead laugh and be glad.
I'm in a beautiful place, such a beautiful place.
I know you wont see me for a while.
But you will hear from me.
I will be the wind that will chill you on a hot summer day.
I will be the sun that will warm you when it's cold.
Listen to the birds sing, I will be saying, "I love you" in their song.
I know you can't touch me.
But you will feel me.
Because I will be inside of you giving you life on the days you feel like you can't go on anymore.
Please I beg of you, go on, live your life as I lived mine.
Always remember we will be together again.
I will be patiently waiting for you on that day.
When you will join me in this beautiful place.
Until then may God bless you with his almighty grace.
Written By: Kimberly Ann Kerek

i love y'all

Aprile Waggenspack

April 20, 2009

The Waggenspack Family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the entire Reynolds Family. Trust in the Lord to give you the strenght you need to go on.

Mary Babin

April 20, 2009

Courtney, We are so sorry for you and your family's loss. You and Trey have become a big part in our lives, and we love you dearly. I wish that I could ease the pain. But as you already know your daddy is not suffering anymore. There will come a day when you will be able to talk about him with a smile and not with tears. His Legacy will live on through your wonderful memories. May God be with you and your family at this time and through the days ahead.
As always Wesley and I will always have our home and hearts open to you and Trey.
All our love!!
Mary, Wesley, Nick,& Bree

Emiliann Luna

April 20, 2009

To The Family Of Donnie,
Donnie is a Great Person and will always be remebered. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

'Emiliann Luna & Chris Reickenbacker

Chief James E. LeBlanc

April 19, 2009

The LeBlanc Family would like to extend heartfelt sympathy to the entire Reynolds Family at this time of sorrow. Know that we are here for what ever you may need.

James, Hope, Derek, Erin, Jaxon, Dane, Dexter, Drake and Destiny LeBlanc

Molly Lanoux Smith

April 19, 2009

Robin and family
I am very sorry for the loss of Donnie, our thoughts and prayers and with you and each family memeber as you go through this time of sorrow. Just always remeber, that God will never give you more than you can handle. God will hold your hand, your kids hands, the grandbaby hands watch over you each and every day with Donnie at his side. If we can do anything for you, please let me know.

Love
Molly Lanoux Smith and family

Ashlee Cook White

April 19, 2009

To the Reynolds/Barrow Family:
My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you today and always.

Shelley Rodriguez

April 19, 2009

Robin, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

April 19, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Nancy Malbrough

April 18, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 18, 2009

Robin, words cant express enough at how deeply saddened I am for you & your childrens loss. Donnie was & will always be a great man. He lived a wonderful & full filled life with all of you. We will all continue to be blessed with being able to have had him in our lives.

Wendell Wood

April 18, 2009

Robin:

Our prayer is that the God of all comfort will indeed comfort you and your family, friends and associates during this difficult time and in the days ahead. My associations with Donnie were limited but in those few encounters we saw and were inspired by his passion for life, his courage in trial, his dedication to family, friends and his work associates. I admire him and those with whom he worked and for their assistance and aid during these difficult days.

May Donnie rest in peace and may all of us, being enriched by his life, be resolved to do our best to uphold the values we share.

Joey, Wendy, Carley, Alexis, & Natalee Molliere

April 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deb Eiermann

April 18, 2009

Robin,
My heart and prayers are with you all at this time.

Chance and Erin Babin

April 18, 2009

Robin,Courtney,Shantel,Justin,Robyn, Jason,Jacie, Ms.Shiela and Mr. Reeve,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I can only immagine how hard this must be but know that we are only a call away if need be.

Mike "Bro" & Brenda Caruso

April 18, 2009

No words can express how sorry we are for your loss and will keep all of you in our prayers.
Donnie was an awesome person and we are glad to have know him. He will truly be missed by all, but the memories anyone shared with him will last a lifetime.

Shelia & Reeve Barrow

April 18, 2009

When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. What moves through us is a defening silence, a unrelenting sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why Donnie left this earth so soon, or why Donnie left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we will begin to remember not just that Donnie died, but that he lived. And that Donnie's life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
?Copyright 1998-2009

April 18, 2009

With deepest sympathy, our heartfelt prayers are with you.
Please let me know if I can help your family in any way during this time.

With Love,

Christine Fetter & Family
(Sara's Mom)

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