"So sorry to hear of Earl's passing. I truly enjoyed the times we talked about Oldsmobiles, especially his Rallye 350. Great guy!!! "
In loving memory of
Earl D. Reynolds
June 7, 1931 - January 5, 2022
MOUNT PLEASANT - Earl D. Reynolds, 90, of Mount Pleasant passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Savannah Heights in Mount Pleasant.
Earl was born June 7, 1931, in Chariton, Iowa, the son of Leonard and Verle (Johnson) Reynolds. He graduated from Chariton High School in 1949. On October 16, 1950, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Brownlee in Hiawatha, Kansas. Earl worked for the Miller Reem Car Dealership in Chariton and then as a lineman for the electric company until moving to Mount Pleasant in 1957. Earl worked as a lineman for the city of Mount Pleasant Utilities for a few years. Earl played a key role in establishing Mount Pleasant's city electrical code and was its first electrical inspector serving in this capacity for many years. He was a car salesman for the D.J. Martin Conoco Dealership and the Jack Hodson Oldsmobile Dealership, and became the manager of Skerik Auto Parts. In 1977, Earl opened Reynolds Motors, where he sold cars up until a few months ago.
Earl served on the Midwest Old Threshers Board for 37 years. He was a former member of the Jaycees. Earl had a deep passion for cars; he was the founder of the 20th Century Car Club, and a longtime member of the Southeast Iowa Car Club. He was a timekeeper at the Mississippi Valley Stock Car Club for many years. Earl was also a co-owner of car #48, he was very proud of the time he spent with the organization.
One of Earls favorite joys was dispensing lighted Reynold's Motors pens to people everywhere he went. They were a unique novelty and he loved sharing them. They are all over the state of Iowa!!!!
Earl enjoyed hosting family and friends on Friday evenings at his shop. Pizza and donuts were always on the menu. He enjoyed having his family and friends around him and loved feeding people. He could often be found around town delivering goodies to his friends at their workplace. Earl saw all his friends as "extended family".
Earl is survived by his wife Dorothy; 3 children: Debbie Borders of West Point; Linda (Dennis) Johnson of Mount Pleasant; Alan (Beverly) Reynolds of Mount Pleasant; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; a great great grandchild; 2 sisters: Sharon Scott of Littleton, CO; Mary (Hubert) Pierschbacher of Chariton; and 2 brothers: Warren (Nancy) Reynolds of Plano, TX; Vern (Marylynn) Reynolds of Norwalk. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A public visitation will be held from 1:00 - 4:00 pm on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. The family will not be present. A private family service will be held and burial will be in the Forest Home Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established for Midwest Old Threshers.
Tributes
"Great guy I always liked to talk to him was a very kind man."
"We lost a great ?car man?! "
"Earl was my neighbor for 27 years and you couldn't ask for a better one. He helped many people over the years, including me. When I foolishly bought a car that I didn't have room for, he moved Dorothy's car to his shop so I could keep it in her garage. Two years ago when I had a health problem and was making frequent trips to Iowa City, he would often show up at my door with breakfast from Hardee's just to make sure I was eating something. Earl is missed and will continue to be by his whole neighborhood."
"Knew Earl through Southeast Iowa Antique Car Club and Midwest Old Threshers. He was good to work with, and helpful. We always enjoyed visiting with Earl. He was a friend and will be missed."
"Sorry part 2. It was my daughter Amanda who he told he would be her grandpa after she lost hers. Lisa"
"When I first met Earl I was 16 and driving. I had a tough time with tires. Flat all the time but whenever I needed help he would come. I grew to love this man. When my father passed away, Earl came over to her and said he would be there for her as a grandpa because hers had passed. I will always love him for that. Heaven truly did gain an angel ?!! Love you and will always miss you!!! Love, Lisa"
"I remember Earl from when I worked at the Auto Auction in Mediapolis. He was such an upbeat person, always a smile and a twinkle in his eye. Such a positive person. Always a kind word , when I was working in cafe there on the register or on the lot checking in cars. God has truly received a very special person, deepest sympathy to his family. "
"Deeply saddened to know of Earl's death. One of the sweetest men ever. When I worked at Family Medicine I received a pen that lit up , and think I still have it. He brought apples to me at the scheduling desk because I told him not to keep bringing candy. RIP sweet man. Mona Nichting "
"If I had to list all of the things Earl taught me over the years the list would go on and on, so all I can say is thanks to Mr.Reynolds for everything! My father thought the world of Earl and viewed him as a mentor and friend ! For that the Savely family will always hold him in the highest regard! Such a great man and the world lost a Great one , RIP Earl. Love Lil Slick"
"So sorry to hear of Earl's passing! Great loss of a dear man, great businessman and friend to all! Will miss his smile, wave in passing and kindness and will keep the lighted pen and memories forever. Sincere sympathy to his family. "
"Always a smile, helping hands, advice and loved the pens. Earl will be missed. Catch up with Slick up there. RIP."
"We send our deepest sympathies to the Reynolds family. Earl was the best! He took great care of me with my cars, and also my son's. He will be greatly missed in My Pleasant. RIP Earl. You've earned it."
"Very sad day, Earl was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed by many. He left his mark on many hearts in this world! I was never able to stop by the shop with my kids without him eagerly and happily giving them some kind of candy, cookie, popsicle or something. When my kids were grown he continued right on with my grand kids. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to you without expecting anything in return. Earl made our town a better place and will be greatly missed by many! Prayers for comfort to the entire Reynolds family. "
"So sorry to have learned the passing of Earl!! Such a great man and was always so friendly to my late husband Marvin and I!! He always has a smile and something great to say. Prayers and many hugs to his family"
"Mike and I wish to extend our deepest condolences to the Reynolds' family. Words cannot express how grateful we have been for Earl's friendship and also him helping us start Lee's Alignment in Mt. Pleasant over 25 years ago. We will miss Earl's smile and him stopping by to give us the newest car show schedule or just stopping to say hi. How very blessed we were to have known Earl. "