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REYNOLDS, John William

REYNOLDS, John William

John William Reynolds passed away on March 30, 2017 in Kelowna, BC at the age of 98.
John was born in Melfort, Saskatchewan on October 7, 1918. He came west during the depression to Burnaby, BC where he met Phyllis, who became his wife. They were married on Christmas Eve, 1940. They soon moved to Port Alice, where their children were born. The family moved to Kelowna (Rutland) in 1953, and John went to work as custodian/maintenance at the Seventh Day Adventist Academy (old & new). He retired at age 60 and enjoyed years of travelling.
Throughout his life, John had a passion for woodworking, and spent many, many happy hours tinkering in his shop. He also enjoyed walking


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Condolence Messages
  • Apr 06, 2017
    Larry and Shirley, we are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing-Wow! A life definitely well lived at the ripe old age of 98 years!!! You will surely miss him at different times in the coming year! Feel sorry we couldn't make it home on time for the service - We hear it was a lovely service and Larry- you did an awesome job of the tribute!
  • Apr 05, 2017
    Larry, Louise, Shirley and family,

    Uncle John led a long and interesting life. So glad I got to see him in the last few years, he never changed. Always the gentleman. He'll be happy back with Auntie Phyll at this time. Thank you for all you did for him over the years, I know he appreciated it.

    Love, Judy
  • Apr 04, 2017
    What a lovely man and a life well lived. Larry, your Dad was so fortunate to enjoy so many wonderful years with you and Shirley. Sincere condolences and many blessings.

    Sheila Brasnett, Kelowna (Judy's daughter)
  • Apr 03, 2017
    Larry, Shirley, and the Reynolds family, we were so sorry to hear of John's passing. In the coming days may you all be comforted in many stories and wonderful memories that are shared. Sorry we could not be with you at this time but know that we are thinking of you all. Love Tamara & Trent Weninger
  • Apr 03, 2017
    Larry, Shirley and Louise,

    Our deepest sympathy to you all. We will miss him and his friendliness whenever we saw him. He had a good run in years and now waiting for the great morning.

    Norm, Lenore & family
  • Apr 03, 2017
    Larry and Shirley, I feel your loss. My sympathy goes out to you and your family at this sad time of loss.

    Chuck & Wendy Steele
  • Apr 02, 2017
    Larry and Shirley. our sympathies go out to you and your family on the passing of your Dad.

    Dennis & Cecile Goddard

  • Apr 02, 2017
    Sorry to hear of your dad, he had a good life, you guys take care. Jim & Mavis
  • Apr 01, 2017
    Sincere sympathy to all your family on John's passing! We enjoyed spending time with him over the years and we're very happy to have shared Christmas with him last year. He had a great smile and sense of humour, Love the Foxes.
  • Apr 01, 2017
    Larry and Shirley, so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He is a much better place for sure..

    Wayne and Phyllis Van Steinburg
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