Charlie Lee Reynolds left his earthly body on November 2, 2022 while surrounded by his cherished family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Gertrude Reynolds, and his sister Annie Jane Reynolds. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Betty Tulley Reynolds of Wimberley, his two daughters, Jodie Reynolds Meyer of Wimberley, and Kim Leann Reynolds of Dallas, his grandchildren, Michael Cody Meyer of Dallas and Caitlin Christelle Meyer of Manhattan, New York, and his devoted dog Holly Jolly Reynolds.
Charlie also leaves behind his three younger sisters: Birdie Klander and Debbie Goss of West, TX and Rebecca East of Baton Rouge, LA. Throughout his life Charlie's sisters were incredibly important to him: while he enjoyed pranking and having fun with them, he truly loved to support and protect them. He embraced being the big brother and all the adoration they gave him. He did not grow up with brothers but he was so blessed to have Glenn Klander, Morris East, Robert Field and so many other "brothers" in his life.
He lived the last 17 years of his life in Wimberley, TX where he spent as much time as possible with his grandchildren, who were his pride and joy. When he wasn’t teaching them to drive or serving as the unofficial volleyball team photographer, he was tinkering in his garage workshop. He particularly enjoyed making hunting knives, and while he gave away or sold many, he kept and displayed the pieces that made him the most proud. Charlie never met a stranger and never passed an opportunity to help a friend build a fence, fix a car or change a bicycle tire. His love and generosity were unmatched; he was a light which brightened each and every life that had the privilege to be close to him.
Prior to living in Wimberley, he and Betty lived in Port Neches, TX where they met while in high school. Charlie spent 31 years serving his community as an elementary teacher and principal at Ridgewood Elementary. He loved working with children, and got so much joy when he heard from former students. His passion for teaching never dwindled, and he served as a mentor for many even after retirement. Those who knew him will always carry his memory with warmth in their heart.
The family will gather in celebration of Charlie's love and life in the near future. Contributions to the The Alzheimer's Foundation of America at
https://alzfdn.org/support-us/donate/ in lieu of flowers would be appreciated.
