James Donald Reynolds, 76, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022, in Hancock County.

He was born November 27, 1945, in Indianapolis, the son of William and Lillian (Gosnell) Reynolds.  On September 23, 1966, he married the love of his life, Emma “Jean” Godwin, and she survives.

In addition to Jean, James is survived by his sons, James Donald Reynolds Jr. of South Dakota, and Charles Lee Reynolds of Seymour; daughter, Joy Lynn Alexander of Shelbyville; sisters, Barbara, Brenda and Rosie Reynolds; brother, Jeffery Reynolds; grandchildren, Kerra Marie Reynolds, Daniel Lee Reynolds, Casper Jordan Alexander, Sierra Rose Alexander, Emma Lynn Reynolds and Erin Ruth Reynolds; great-grandchildren, Nicole H. Reynolds and Malcolm Reynolds; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Gordon Reynolds and Randall Reynolds; and sister, Lisa Baker.

James worked at Arvins, retiring with 35 years of service.

A Gathering of Friends will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Crossroads Community Church, 475 Progress Parkway, in Shelbyville.

The Celebration of James’ Life will follow at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, at the church.

Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Freeman Family Funeral Homes, to help with the funeral expenses.

Online condolences may be shared with James’ family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.