Dec. 31, 1923 – June 19, 2012

Everett Wade Reynolds of Redmond, OR, died at his home on June 19, 2012, at the age of 88.

Everett was born December 31, 1923, in Japton, AR, to Benjamin and Nola (Parker) Reynolds. He attended University High School in AR. Instead of attending his high school graduation, Everett was sworn in to the United States Army. He served with the Field Artillery Group in the Philippines during WWII. After he was discharged from the service, he and his family moved to Yakima, WA, where he worked for Snap On Tool.

In 1954, he married Deloris Leonard in Wenatchee, WA. Shortly after, in 1956, Snap On transferred him to Redmond, OR. He and his family settled there. This is when Everett became interested in fishing, hunting and playing golf.

He became superintendent at Juniper Golf Course. He was a 13 time champion at the old Juniper course, and made 16 hole-in-ones, at various courses. In 1985, he qualified for the US Open and in 1987, he was invited to play at the Canadian Open in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He was also a three-time Champion and member of the Junior/Senior Golf Association. Everett was a very active member and volunteer for the Junior Golf Association and Oregon Golf Association. He received Volunteer Of The Year, three times.

He was also a very active lifetime member in his local VFW. He served as a commander for two years and was a big hand in the rebuilding of the Redmond post after it burned. He was a member of the Bend Elks and later transferred to the Redmond Elks for 35 years, until they closed down.

Everett was instrumental in starting and working with the Redmond Booster Club. During this time, he and his wife, Deloris, bought Redmond Dairy Queen.

Everett also enjoyed traveling across the United States with his wife in their fifth wheel. He thoroughly enjoyed his time with his kids and grandkids.

Everett is survived by his wife, Deloris Reynolds; two daughters, Lura Reynolds, Lisa and her husband, (his favorite son-in- law), Curt Petersen; two grandchildren, Tyral and his wife, Chelsea Petersen and Catlyn Petersen; one great-grandchild, Sophie Petersen; a brother, Keith (Phyllis) Reynolds; nine nieces and nephews; from a previous marriage, three grandchildren, Mary Rasmussen, Angie Knowels, and Billie Abers. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Carol Schroeder; two siblings, Raymond and Mildred; and his parents.

A gathering will be held at the Reynolds home, 2592 SW Cascade Ave., Redmond, OR, on Saturday, June 23, 2012, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Donations may be made in his name to Redmond Humane Society.

Please sign our guestbook at www.redmondmemorial.com.