In Loving Memory of Gerald E. Reynolds

Gerald E. Reynolds, age 83, Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side on April 16, 2026.

He was born on October 16 in Peoria, Illinois, to Marion Eugene and Adeline Maxine Reynolds. On June 30, 1979, he married Connie (Calhoun) Colgin in Marquette Heights, Illinois.He is survived by his devoted wife, Connie; his children, Kim (Scott) Flanders of Arizona and Curt Reynolds of Washington, IL, Tracy (Michael) Heine of Woodridge, IL, and Annette (Nate) Arrington of Pekin. Grandchildren: Lauren Murphy, Jacob Flanders, Jared Flanders, Baylee Reynolds, Sawyer Reynolds, Christopher (Kayla) Heine, Paul (Stacia) Heine, Kelce (Bret) Fritz, and five great-grandchildren. Brother-in-law Don Buck. Several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Pat Buck, grandson Robert Colgin and Daughter-in-law Torrie Reynolds.

Jerry was the beloved husband of Connie, with whom he shared almost 47 years of marriage and many adventures. Their partnership was a cornerstone of a life built on faith, mutual respect, love, and a shared commitment to each other and family.

He retired from Caterpillar after 30 years. He served several years as a volunteer on the Pekin Police Auxiliary. Along with his wife, they moved to Camp Emmanuel in Astoria, IL, and served as camp managers and caretakers for 5 years.

Jerry was a great man of faith; he was a part of the Salvation Army Church, became a member of Pekin Bible Church, a charter member of East Side Bible Church in Morton, and attended First Baptist Church of Pekin.

Throughout his life, Jerry enjoyed many outdoor activities with his family, and in later years, the simplicity of sitting outside with the sun on his face.

Jerry's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be remembered for his warm smile, his kindness to everyone he met, and the heartfelt gratitude he extended to those who cared for him, including the medical and hospice teams in his final days. His family will always cherish the way he said goodbye-reminding us at every visit that he was proud of us and that he loved us. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Per Jerry's request, cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial visitation is scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 4 pm until 5:30 pm at REVIVE Church in East Peoria. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:50 pm also at REVIVE Church. Pastor Robert Finley will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to REVIVE Church in E. Peoria or Pekin Salvation Army. Mason-White Funeral Home in Washington has been entrusted with cremation arrangements. To share a condolence with his family, visit wwwpeoriafuneral.com.

"The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind."