James "Jim" J. Reynolds, 72, passed away from Cardiac Arrest at Parkview Regional Medical Center on September 8, 2024, in Ft. Wayne, IN. Born on April 9, 1952, in Grand Rapids, MI, he was the cherished son of the late Patrick James and Mary Jane (Pobojewski) Reynolds II.
Jim graduated from St. Peter and Paul Catholic High School in Saginaw, MI, Class of 1970. He was a devoted fan of John Wayne western movies, watching Detroit sports, and his grandchildren.
He is survived by his son and daughter, James (Kristina) Reynolds and Tiffany (Ryan) Chappell; his grandchildren: Isabella, Louis, Grace, Thomas, Vincent, Allyson, Isla, Joseph, Cameron, Noah, Gavin, & Madelyn; and his siblings: Margret "Peggy" (Steve) Hough, Mary Jo Howard, Tim (Patricia) Reynolds, Gerard "Jerry" (Meg) Reynolds, and Patrick (Patricia) Reynolds. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Kathleen J. Casey; and his brother, Michael Reynolds.
Jim's remains will return to Grand Rapids as he wished. Services are being arranged by Advantage Funeral Home, Highland Park, located at 2403 E. Wallen Rd. His life and memory will be honored in a manner that reflects his wishes.