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Gene Reynolds Obituary
Judge Gene R. Reynolds, 75, and Justice of Spencer of 37 years, died Saturday, June 7, 2008, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born in Elmira, NY on May 24, 1933, the son of Charles Curtis Reynolds and Margareta Buhman. He is survived by his wife, Edna Reynolds; three sons, Oscar C. (Angella) Reynolds, Virginia Beach, VA, Hugh V. (Rose) Reynolds, Groton, NY, Richard D. Reynolds, Freeville, NY; two daughters, Christine Golden, Spencer, and Joanne (Kevin) Fleming, Union Springs, NY; ten grandchildren, Deanna, Kristina, Kimberly, Julie, Jeffrey, Justin, Joseph, James, Christopher and Brittany; seven great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, James Benjamin, Zephyrhills, FL; sisters-in-law, Valerie Reynolds, Van Etten, Grace Vandabash, Pompano Beach, FL, Vivian (Calvin) Collins, Freeville, Marie Ayers, Freeville; nieces and nephews. Gene was predeceased by his first wife, Virginia M. Clark Reynolds; brother, Gary A. Reynolds; and sisters, Jeanette Mac Caskill and Catherine Benjamin.
Gene served in the U.S. Navy; retired from IBM in Owego; a member of Christ the King Fellowship Presbyterian in Spencer, having served as Elder; member of the Boy Scouts of America, having received the Silver Beaver award; a member of the Spencer Fire Department, the Spencer Grange #1110, and received Spencer Senior Citizen of the Year award in 1997.
He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons; Spencer Lodge 290, raised to the degree of Master Mason (1957), Master of the Lodge (1962 1991-93), Secretary of the Lodge, ca. (1986-07); Grand Lodge of the State of New York, District Deputy Grand Master (1984-85), Assistant Grand Lecturer (2006-07); Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of the State of New York, District Deputy Grand High Priest (1987-88); Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of the State of New York, District Deputy Grand Master (1996-97); St. Augustine Commandery, Commander (1998-99); Convent General - Knights of the York Cross of Honour, Knight York Cross of Honour (2000).
Calling hours will be Tuesday, June 10, 2008, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Allen-Manzer Funeral Home in Spencer.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Spencer Federated Church. Pastors Priscilla Andrews, Steve Barrows, and Burton Huth will officiate.
Interment is in Evergreen Cemetery, Spencer, NY. Memorials may be directed to the Masonic Scholarship Fund; or Christ the King Fellowship, P.O. Box 367, Spencer, NY 14883.
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for Gene Reynolds
David & Patti Hatch
June 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gene's family. I remember him reading the vows for my wife and I to repeat at our wedding as if it were yesterday and not eight years ago. I remember how happy he was with the birth of our daughter and my joining the masons and how proud he was when I told him I had become master of our lodge. We will miss him very much...
John and Pat Palomaki
June 13, 2008
My sincere sympathy to my friend Gene's family. We were classmates, and I will miss his wit and wisdom at alumni reunions. We have many good memories of times shared.
Sincerely,
Patrick Conrad
June 13, 2008
Our condolences to the Reynolds family. My father thought very highly of Gene as do we. Spencer Picnic will never be the same.
Don Evans
June 11, 2008
Gene and his family hosted me in my senior year at Spencer Central in 1961. My family moved to Waverly and I wanted to stay in Spencer with classmates and friends. He was a mentor and provided guidance when needed. I'll always have fond memories of our times together.
Kristina Reynolds-Weaver
June 10, 2008
In loving memory of my grandfather. Words can't describe how much he is missed!! I'm so thankful I was able to spend his last moments by his side. I love you so much and will see you one day!!
Deanna Reynolds-Combess
June 10, 2008
There are so many words that describe my grandfather(Gene) those that stand out the most to me are, LOVE and Compassion! Our family is deeply sadend by the loss of him, but we are so fortunate to have had him in our lives! He was so dedicated to us, his friends, and his community! I know he is in a better place and one day, we will all be in his wonderful presence..I LOVE YOU GRANDPA!!
Grover Lehman
June 10, 2008
My heart goes out to all of the Reynolds family in this time of sorrow. Gene will be greatly missed by all that knew him, as he was a kind and fair man.
I first met Gene when he was Boy Scoutmaster of Troop #17 in Spencer and he truly lived the Boy Scout motto.
Thanks, Gene, for having left such a positive impact on so many peoples lives
Diane Gregory
June 10, 2008
Edna,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I thought a lot of Judge Reynolds and always looked forward to seeing both of you at the annual Magistrate/Court Clerk Conferences.
Becky Brimmer
June 9, 2008
I will miss Mr. Reynolds very much, he was such a great man. Now there is a big task to find someone to be the MC of the Miss Spencer pagent. That is where I met Mr. Reynolds. God Bless you Mrs. Reynolds.
Gladys Houdersheldt
June 9, 2008
Edna,
My Prayers go out to you and all your family at this time. Please feel comfort in knowing that Gene is at rest in Our Fathers Arms.
Lisa Collins
June 9, 2008
Dear Aunt Edna,
We are so sorry to hear of Gene's passing. He was a kind and loving man who cared deeply about his family and community. I regret that we will not be able to attend the services. Our thoughts will be with you.
Love, Lisa and Lily
Linda Biata
June 9, 2008
Aunt Edna & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Gene's passing. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. We will miss him and his smiling face. He was such a good person and kind to all. Bill and I are planning to attend the funeral on Wednesday.
Love, Linda & Bill Biata
Judy Kopish
June 9, 2008
Aunt Edna, Chris, Joanne and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Gene. He was a kind and wonderful man who will be greatly missed. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish we could be there.
Love,
Judy Kopish and family
Bob & Lois Henning
June 9, 2008
I am greatly saddened by the loss of not only a brother Mason and a fellow Judge but most of all a dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
pat mahoney
June 9, 2008
Edna & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very hard time. God Bless pat mahoney
Deborah (Scott) Redman
June 9, 2008
Chris and Joanne,
I am sorry to hear about Gene and I know you will both be great support to your mom. He certainly loved you and showed that love by being there for you. My thoughts are with you and your mom.
Jeff Collins
June 9, 2008
Aunt Edna,
I was so sorry to hear about Gene. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend the funeral, but I will be at the evening calling hours.
Love,
Jeff
Mark Brockway
June 9, 2008
Edna and family,
I was sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. I remember Gene from the days Of IMC (Ithaca Management Club). He was always willing to help and mentor those who knew him.
david crance
June 9, 2008
Gene you will be missed by us in spencer, from the spencer fire department and you birthday buddy dave crance the chaplin of the spencer fire department
Dick Pakkala
June 9, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Reynolds family. Gene was very supportive of the athletic programs at SVE. His friendliness towards everyone will be missed. God Bless.
Dick and Georgette
tammy hornbrook
June 9, 2008
i'm so sorry to hear of your loss, know that my prayers are with you, the good lord has gotten himself a wonderful angel.
gary blackman
June 9, 2008
He was a great Judge and friend. I will miss him.
Judge Blackman,Town of Barker-Broome County
Kristen Lee
June 9, 2008
I was blessed to have met Gene through family in the 1970's; he is the grandfather of my nieces Deanna & Krissy. I'm thankful to have had the opportunity to see him in recent years, and what I will always remember is that he was a man of honor and integrity--a rare gentleman and a man who pursued the Lord with his every breath.
"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him." 1 Cor. 2:9
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Much Love,
Kristen Lee & Family
Donna Vose
June 9, 2008
Edna, I am so sorry to learn of Gene's passing. My prayers are with you. I know how hard it is and was comforted by yours and Gene's presence. I am unable to come to the calling hours, but I want you to know I will be thinking of you. I know what good friends he and Alg were. God bless, Donna
rhonda newill
June 9, 2008
gene will be missed
Loren Lohmeyer
June 9, 2008
I am saddened to hear of Gene's passing. I was his paperboy when he operated the Texaco station in Candor years ago. He was a kind hearted and gentle man. I always looked forward to seeing him on my route.
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