 WESTFIELD - Ernest E. “Ernie” Reynolds, age 79, of Crandall Street, Westfield died Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at Absolut Care of Westfield, following an extended illness.
Ernie was born on July 20, 1932 in French Creek, NY, the son of the late Chester A. and Lula (Gabriel) Reynolds. A Westfield resident most all his life, Ernie, had been a Machinist at the former Ajax Flexible Coupling Co., starting there in 1962 and retiring from Renold, Inc. in 1995. He was a Corporal in the US Army during the Korean War where he served in Helicopter Mechanics and was a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne division. He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family and friends. When he was younger, Ernie enjoyed drag racing. He had been a regular with the coffee bunch at McDonalds. He is survived by his wife: Carol (Gervasi) Reynolds, whom he married on February 10, 1962, his daughter: Cynthia (Michael) Kozlowski of Fredonia, NY, as well as his sister, Jane Risley of Corfu, NY and his brother, Everett Reynolds of Westfield. Family and friends may call at the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton Street, Westfield, on Thursday, May 10, 2012, from 6-8 PM and are invited to attend the Funeral Services there on Friday morning at 11 AM with Father Marius J. Walter officiating. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery, with Military Honors immediately following the services. Ernie’s family would prefer memorials may be made to the Patterson Library, 40 So. Portage Street, or to the WACS Memorial Garden, 193 East Main Street, both in Westfield, NY 14787. Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send the Reynolds family a message of sympathy. |
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Carol and Cindy, My deepest sympathies to you both. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I will always remember being walked home thru the Davidson's yard after babysitting... With love, Ann Written by Ann Rotunda Eckman 2012-05-09 8:46:12 PM
Dear Carol and Cindy, Kevin and I are so sad to hear that Ernie has passed away. I have many fond memories of him and his wonderful good humor. He was always smiling and always willing to do a good deed for anyone. I know you will miss him. Though we haven't been able to see him in many years, we will always remember his kindness and good nature. Sue and Kevin Farrell Written by Susan and Kevin Farrell 2012-05-11 8:42:43 AM
Mike and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Mike and Jennifer June Written by Jennifer June 2012-05-12 11:51:51 AM
Uncle Ernie you will be missed. May you ride your john deere tactor in the sky happily with a big smile on your face! Written by Michele (KING) Mathews 2012-05-12 9:33:41 AM
Carol for the past years Ernie was running the biggest drag races of his life and was winning most of the time.He will be greatly missed. Have very good memories of past family visits and reunions. Your Cuz Bill Berlin Written by William Berlin 2012-05-17 8:18:15 AM
Enjoyed going to school with Ernie. We had our best time playing basketball for good old Westfield High. Ernie came to see me in Oklahoma when we were both in the army. A great guy and teammate Written by larry canale 2012-05-29 7:47:43 PM |