Harold Ray Reynolds, Sr.

Mr. Harold Ray Reynolds, Sr., 78, of Elberton, GA entered into his eternal rest on Saturday, October 12, 2024. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Harold was the son of the late John Norman Reynolds and the late Sally Eavenson Reynolds. Harold was also preceded in death by his son William Jason Reynolds, brothers Verlyn Reynolds, Willis Reynolds, James Reynolds and Douglas Reynolds.

Harold is survived by his wife of 56 years , Macie Christine Carnes Reynolds, his son Harold “Hal” Reynolds, Jr., Hal’s wife Dee Epps Reynolds, his grandchildren John Reynolds and Andrew Reynolds, his sisters Louise Young and Lillian Garrett, his sisters in law Kathy Corbett and Margaret Carey, his brothers in law Charles Corbett and Jimmy Carey, along with numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and Lynda W. Robertson, Christine’s cousin and special friend to Christine and Harold.

Harold was a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard. Harold co-founded Reynolds Marble and Granite Company, from which he retired. Harold served as District County Commissioner of Elbert County. Harold attended Millstone Baptist Church in Oglethorpe County. Harold enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grand boys. Harold was an avid outdoorsman and in his later years he treasured his time spent teaching his grandsons, John and Andrew how to hunt and shoot. Harold was a lifelong marksman. He was accomplished in many disciplines of shooting. He won numerous awards in Archery, Trap, Skeet and rifle, including 8 State Championships and 2 National Championship titles. Harold’s favorite pastime was spending time with his dear friends at The Elbert County Gun Club, of which he was past President and current Board of Directors member. Harold placed deep value in his faith in His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and he enjoyed sharing his faith with others.

Funeral services to celebrate Harold’s life will be held 2PM, Tuesday, October 15 in the Memorial Chapel of Berry Funeral Home with Rev. David Burt and Rev. Dale Carson officiating. Interment will follow in Elmhurst Cemetery with Billy Hudson, Ricky Haley, Jimmy Haley, Travis Eavenson, Charles Corbett and Jimmy Carey serving as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be members of the Elbert County Gun Club.

The family will receive friends from 6PM to 8PM Monday night at Berry Funeral Home.

Flowers are appreciated or contributions can be made in honor of Harold to Franklin Graham’s Samaritan’s Purse Ministries. 

Berry Funeral Home and Crematory of Elberton is in charge of the funeral arrangements for Mr. Harold Ray Reynolds, Sr.