Waynesboro, GA . - Thomas Lazear Reynolds, Sr., husband of Janann Brooks Reynolds, died June 12, 2014, at the age of 79.He was the son of the late Joseph Jones Reynolds and Tommie Q. Reynolds.
Born May 6, 1935 in Waynesboro, GA, Thomas resided most of his life in Waynesboro.He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather.He was a true son of Burke County; choosing to raise his family there, and sharing his love of the outdoors, his beloved dogs, music, and the history and preservation of the land with his children.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Alice Brinson, and survived by his brother, Joseph Jones Reynolds, III.Thomas is survived by his wife of 54 years, Janann Brooks Reynolds, his four children, Thomas Lazear Reynolds, Jr. (Dana), Benjamin Brooks Reynolds (Cecilia), Alice Gray Reynolds, and Angelina Reynolds Ferrin (Stephen) and his faithful dog Prissy.He is survived as well by 7 grandchildren, Jack, Charlotte, Benjamin, Peter, Janie, Flora and Jude.
A memorial service will be held Monday, June 16th at 11am at DeLoach- McKerley Funeral Home. The Reverend Jimmy Cason will officiate. Following the service the family will receive friends at the home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wimberly House Ministries, 521 Liberty Street, Waynesboro, GA, or to the charity of one's choice.
The family is especially grateful for the care and compassion received from caregiver, Yana Alewine-Duffell, who helped make Thomas' final years not only comfortable but enjoyable.
DeLoach–McKerley Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 842 N. Liberty Street, Waynesboro, GA 30830 (706-554-3531)
Please join the family in honoring his life by visiting www.deloachfuneralhomes.com