Reginald Nash Germany Jr.

Reginald Nash (“Reg”) Germany, Jr., 92, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 12, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, to Reginald Nash Germany and Astrid Mortrud Germany ("Audrey"), Reg lived a life marked by service, leadership, and deep devotion to his family, community, and faith in Jesus Christ.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Betty Carol Germany; their three sons, Jeff, Rex, and Brad Germany; five grandsons, one granddaughter, and eleven great-grandchildren—all of whom he cherished.

Reg enlisted in the United States Marine Corps through a high school summer reserve program. Rising from Private First Class to Lieutenant Colonel, he served with distinction, including active-duty tours in Japan and Okinawa. His discipline and leadership carried into civilian life, where he excelled as a multi-sport student-athlete at Southwestern (now Rhodes) College in Memphis. A standout football player, he captained the 1954 team and earned Second Team Small College All-American honors.

Following his military service, Reg began a successful banking career, starting as a trainee at First National Bank (now First Horizon). He went on to serve as president of the First National Bank of Conway, Arkansas; Tennessee Bank and Trust Company; Citizen’s Bank of Collierville; and Landmark Community Bank (as Interim CEO/President). He also served as Executive Director of the Barrett School of Banking.

Reg’s life was defined by his love for his Lord and Savior, his family, and his community. His legacy of integrity, kindness, and quiet strength will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.