Ethel Vandella Reynolds

Ethel “Vandella” Reynolds, age 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, returned to her Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 11, 2026, with her family by her side. Vandella was born on September 20, 1938, in Catlettsburg, Kentucky, to the late Venson Skiles and Irene (Noland) Skiles. She was a loving and devoted wife, mom, grandma, great-grandma, sister, and friend. Vandella worked for many years at the Louisville Metro Housing Authority. She was a member of Valley View Baptist Church. She loved Elvis, shopping and watching the birds and squirrels.

She was preceded in death by her parents, late husband D.J. Reynolds Jr., son Chief D.J. Reynolds III, siblings Johnny Skiles, Doris Woodcock, Debra Skiles, Curtis Skiles, and several other siblings.

Vandella leaves to cherish her memories her daughter Michele Miller, 4 grandchildren Tara Henderson (James), Jennifer Wang (Simon), Chris Reynolds, Megan Smith (Patrick), 3 great-grandchildren Michael, Keleigh, and Blake Henderson, along with a host of nieces, nephews, bonus family, and friends.

Visitation will take place on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Schoppenhorst Underwood & Brooks Funeral Home (4895 N. Preston Highway, 40165). The Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in the chapel with visitation prior to service from 10:00 a.m. until 12 :00 p.m. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. The Family ask that everyone who can please wear Elvis Tee-shirts or bright colors to celebrate Vandella’s favorite things.