Barbara Reynolds

Barbara Ann Reynolds, 90, of Ocala, Florida passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024 at her home in On Top of the World. Barbara was born in Jersey City, NJ to mother Frances Reutzel on December 8, 1933. She attended secretarial school at St. Paul’s in Jersey City. She worked as a secretary, and met her future husband Harry Reynolds at a roller skating rink. They married on December 21, 1953. Barbara was most fulfilled as a daughter and granddaughter, wife, mother and grandmother. Her family meant the world to her, including her husband Harry, her beloved grandmother (Big Momma), her mother Frances, her dear aunts Annabelle, Ellie (mother of Linda and Irving) and Bunny, and her Uncle George. All have predeceased her. She was most proud of being a mother to two children, three grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. She is survived by daughter Cindy (Schiff and husband Ron) and son Michael, cousins Jackie Tanner and Richard Warner, grandchildren Danny Schiff, Tamara Aronstein, Taylor Reynolds, and great granddaughters Esther Aronstein and Noa Sarcevic-Schiff. Barbara lived her life to the fullest. She was a gardener, a voracious reader of mystery thrillers, and a seasoned shopper known for her lovely clothing and matching shoes! Perhaps her greatest joy was playing duplicate bridge with her friends. She embraced her Irish heritage and traveled to Ireland frequently. In the past, she enjoyed golfing with her family members, (9 enjoyable holes), and was a good bowler. Barbara was always nicely dressed, happiest when her hair was the exact color of blond she wanted, and her nails and makeup done. She always had a smile and kind word for anyone she came in contact with. Funeral service will be held at Roberts Funeral Home at 6241 SW State Road 200 on September 13, 2024 at 11:00 with Father Patrick O’Doherty officiating. A private burial will follow. Memorial Donations may be made to Hospice of Marion County, PO Box 4860, Ocala, Florida 34478. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Hospice of Marion County for their loving care during a most difficult time in Barbara’s life.

Barbara Reynolds

December 8, 1933 - September 1, 2024