Cyrus Reynolds

C. Cyrus “Cy” Reynolds, 93, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2020, surrounded by loved ones at his home. He was born February 1, 1927, in Ashland, son of the late James E. Reynolds and Katherine Wolfe Reynolds. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Mary Margaret Harrington Reynolds, who entered eternity in 1993. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Nellie Frailie, Jean Gilmore, James Reynolds, William Reynolds, Robert Reynolds, Darrell Reynolds, Betty Owens, Jana Bodmer, Joseph Reynolds and Margie Mackiet. A proud Veteran, Cy served on the USS North Carolina in the South Pacific during World War II. He loved attending annual reunions aboard the ship in Wilmington, N.C., where he and fellow Vets were treated as the heroes they were. In 2017, Cy was privileged to be selected to take part in the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. For several decades Cy owned Reynolds Insurance Agency, where his many clients appreciated his friendliness, easygoing nature, and sound financial advice. A member of the Democratic Party, Cy held elective office in Ashland, including City Commissioner and Property Valuation Administrator. He was active in the Ashland Lions Club, Boyd County Old Timers, and the Ashland Class of 1945. He served on the board of Ashland Federal Savings and Loan and Classic Bank. Everywhere he went, Cy was appreciated for his genuine interest in others and his legendary jokes. Cy was a longtime faithful member of Westwood Christian Church, serving in many leadership positions including Elder and Treasurer. Cy was devoted to his family, Survivors include his children, the Rev. Dr. David Biff Reynolds (Carol) of Deerfield, N.H., Jane “Betsy” Miller (James) of Lexington, Amy Dyer (Jeff) of Ashland, Stacy Hasenauer (Michael) of Ashland; six grandchildren, Aleisha Reynolds, Eli Reynolds, Shelby Back (Tyler), Will Skaggs (Brooke), Mary Kathryn Boarman (David), Elizabeth Adkins; and one great grandchild, Abel Adkins. Cy is survived by his wife, Mildred “Midge” Reynolds, and her children, Susan Gross (Richard), Sandy Lemaster, and Steve Kelley. Cy also leaves behind a host of loving nieces & nephews to cherish his memory. The funeral service for Cy Reynolds will be held on Saturday, March 14th at 1:00 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home in Ashland with Glenn Anderson officiating. Burial will follow at Ashland Cemetery. The visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Westwood Christian Church or your favorite charity. Online condolences may be sent to mfhfuneralhome.com

Cyrus Reynolds

February 1, 1927 - March 11, 2020