Tony Lee Reynolds

A graduate of Amherst High School, Tony continued his education by studying accounting at Central Virginia Community College. He spent 13 years working at Buffalo Air Handling and another 27 years at Greif, where his dedication and work ethic led him to become an operator of the entire paper machine.

Tony was a man whose love for others was demonstrated not merely through words but through actions. His generosity was one of his most defining characteristics. When Tony loved someone, he wanted to give to them. Whether taking family and friends out to dinner, showering loved ones with gifts on birthdays and Christmas, or offering his time and abilities to help someone in need, Tony found joy in giving to others.

His work ethic was equally remarkable. Tony believed that anything worth doing was worth doing right. He had little patience for laziness or half measures, and when he undertook a task, he was determined to finish it well. He especially enjoyed building, repairing, and making things work, whether around the house, under the hood of a car, or fixing anything else that had the audacity to break around him.

Above all, Tony was a devoted husband and father who worked tirelessly to provide for his family. He believed deeply in the responsibility of caring for those entrusted to him. He provided his children with a home, an education, food on the table, and the stability they needed to thrive. There were seasons when he worked long hours, even holding two jobs, to ensure that his family had what they needed. His children knew that whenever they needed their dad, he would be there.

Tony found great enjoyment in the outdoors and God's beautiful creation. He loved hunting, fishing, boating on rivers and lakes, riding his motorcycle, and taking trips to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with his pull-behind camper. Many of his favorite memories were made while sharing these activities with his children. He also enjoyed martial arts, which he practiced in his younger years, and took pleasure in watching his boys participate. He loved playing soccer and basketball and watching football with his daughter-in-law.

Tony also possessed a wonderful sense of humor. Though he was not necessarily one to tell elaborate jokes, he appreciated a clever remark, a little wit, and the humor found in everyday life. He particularly enjoyed funny videos on Facebook, especially those involving chickens.

Another distinctive quality was Tony's interest in people. He loved people-watching and trying to understand what made others tick. He took genuine pleasure in observing human behavior and understanding why people did the things they did.

Throughout his life, Tony demonstrated extraordinary perseverance. He endured two knee replacements, a hip replacement, and significant health challenges associated with pulmonary fibrosis. In July 2026, he underwent a double lung transplant and faced a long and difficult recovery. Despite numerous complications, he continued working toward regaining his strength and mobility. His determination to participate in physical therapy, stand, walk, and enjoy time outdoors during his hospitalization reflected the same resilience and determination that characterized his life.

Tony regularly attended Jubilee Baptist Church, pastored by Roger Childress. His servant's heart showed in how he cared for others. Remarkably, even in his final hours, he remained concerned about those around him, wanting to make sure everyone was comfortable, happy, and had something to eat. This reflected a man whose instinct was to care for others.

Tony leaves behind a legacy of generosity, hard work, selflessness, and devotion to family. He taught his children the importance of working hard, keeping their word, finishing what they started, and caring for the people around them. His example will continue to shape the generations that follow him.

Tony is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Reynolds of Madison Heights, Virginia; his four children, Jeremy Reynolds and his wife, Jackie, of Ocracoke Island, North Carolina; Christopher Reynolds and his wife, Stephanie, of Dallas, Texas; Zach Reynolds and his wife, Jessica, of Lynchburg, Virginia; and Morgan Reynolds of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jonah, Jude, Jericho, Juliana, Ivy, Eden, Shepherd, and Josiah; his parents, Jean and Whinston Hudston; his sister, Kimberly Humphreys, and her husband, Lee Humphreys, and their son, Josh Humphreys.

Tony will be remembered as a man who loved deeply, gave generously, worked wholeheartedly, laughed readily, and made sure the people he loved were cared for.

A funeral service will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Whitten Monelison Chapel with Pastor Seth Campbell and Dan Reichard officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Anyone wishing to make memorial donations please consider Faith Baptist Church, 3768 S Amherst Hwy, Madison Heights, VA 24572 or the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, https://giving.billygraham.org/.