Russell "Rusty" Gene Reynolds Jr.

Russell “Rusty” Gene Reynolds, Jr., age 70, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Rusty was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was married to Deborah Kay Lashley Reynolds for 46 wonderful years.

Rusty mastered both fishing and hunting. He enjoyed teaching children how to hunt and fish before Parkinson’s disease and vascular dementia became part of his life. He also loved coaching softball for the Richmond Hill Recreation Department during his younger years, coaching both men’s and women’s teams.

Rusty retired from Gulfstream and later worked for the City of Richmond Hill. He also painted for Parker Chapman’s Painting Company and worked as a custodian for Richmond Hill Baptist Church and Richmond Hill Methodist Church and he loved the day school kids that he called his “little squirrels” Most of all he loved his grandkids, always wanting them around him.

Rusty was preceded in death by his father, Russell G. Reynolds Sr.; his mother, Betty Joyce Reynolds; his brother, Henry Lewis Reynolds Sr.; and a granddaughter, Lilly Poole.

He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Kay Reynolds; his son, Ray Reynolds (Tuesday); his daughters, Sharon Lynn Reynolds, and Karen Marie Reynolds Stacy); his sister, Deborah Lee; and his seven grandchildren, Mason Edenfield, Jack Poole, Lane Edenfield, Luke Poole, Levi Reynolds, Allana Reynolds, and Spring Auvil, along with several nieces and nephews.

Rusty will be remembered for his love of family, his enjoyment of the outdoors, and the many lives he touched throughout his years. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Memorial Services will be held at Richmond Hill Funeral Home on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 1 p.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service.