Hershel Eugene Reynolds

HERSHEL EUGENE REYNOLDS

Hershel Eugene Reynolds, 86, of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Born on September 16, 1939, in New Hope, Tennessee, he was the son of Meredith Price Reynolds, Sr. and Annie Kennemore Reynolds.  Hershel shared 66 devoted years of marriage with his beloved wife, Maggie Blevins Reynolds, a partnership marked by deep love, faith, and family. A dedicated member of Macedonia Baptist Church, he lived his life with a quiet strength and a steadfast commitment to those he loved.  He served in the United States Military.  He worked for many years as a Supervisor at U.S. Pipe, where he was respected for his work ethic and leadership before retiring. Outside of work, Hershel found joy in the simple, meaningful things, hunting, fishing, and woodworking in his shop. He was also a proud supporter of South Pittsburg Pirate Football, cheering on his hometown team with enthusiasm.  Above all, Hershel treasured time spent with his family. His children, grandchildren, and great‑grandchildren were the light of his life, and he cherished every moment shared with them.  Hershel leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Hershel is preceded in death by his father, Meredith Price Reynolds; mother, Annie Kennemore Reynolds; sons, Clinton & Clayton Reynolds; brother, Meredith Reynolds, Jr.; sisters, Elizabeth Stephens, Margaret Choate, Lillian Dodd, and Vera Dodd.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Maggie Blevins Reynolds; sons, Timothy (Stacie) Reynolds, Eric (Patricia) Reynolds, daughter, Teresa Griffith; brother, Dallas (Judy) Reynolds; sister, Violet Goss; grandchildren, Ryan (Christina) Griffith, Jakoby (Paige) Reynolds, Kayla (Chris) Edmonds, Kamryn (Chris) Reynolds, Benjamin Reynolds; 6 great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Visitation is on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm CST and on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon at Tate Funeral Home in Jasper, Tennessee.

Funeral services are on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 12:00 Noon CST in the Chapel of Tate Funeral Home in Jasper, Tennessee with Pastor Wayne Winters officiating.

Hershel will be laid to rest on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at New Hope Cemetery in New Hope, Tennessee immediately following the funeral service.

Pallbearers are Ryan Griffith, Jakoby Reynolds, Benjamin Reynolds, Chris Edmonds, Chris Wingo, and Earl Blevins.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Tate Funeral Home, LLC, 950 Mel Dixon Lane, Jasper, Tennessee 37347, 423-942-9500.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tatefh.com.

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