James "Jim" Richard Reynolds' Obituary
James “Jim” Richard Reynolds, 94, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023, surrounded by his loving family in Decatur, IL.
Jim was born to Shirley Sr and Lona Reynolds on June 21, 1929, in Decatur, IL. He married Jane Ellen Fritz on December 23, 1950, in Decatur, IL. Jane passed away on October 4, 2019. Jim served in the US Army for two years during the Korean War. Following his military service, Jim worked for Illinois Bell Telephone Company from which he retired after many years of dedicated service. He enjoyed traveling, camping and fishing. He liked to go to McDonalds for a treat.
Jim is survived by his sons, Rick (Patty) Reynolds of Decatur, Ron (Julie) Reynolds of Macon; daughter: Rhonda Barnett of Decatur; grandchildren, Chad (Gloria) Reynolds of Decatur, IL, Shawn (Heidi) Reynolds of Oreana, IL, Eric (Sarah) Reynolds of Piedmont, MO, Brandon Reynolds of Decatur, IL, James (Mendy) Barnett of Decatur, IL, Stephanie (Jim) Wilkerson of Decatur, IL; 9 great grandchildren, and many extended family and friends.
Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Jane Reynolds; parents; son-in-law, Daniel Barnett; brothers, Shirley Reynolds Jr, Carl Reynolds, Jack Reynolds.
The family would like to thank the Randall Assisted Living and Elara Caring Hospice for their loving care.
Services will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 12:00 PM with a visitation an hour prior. A burial in Graceland Cemetery will follow services.
Condolences and memories of Jim may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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