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Helen Sue Reynolds

August 24, 1941 — January 26, 2026

Kenbridge

Helen Sue Reynolds, 84, of Kenbridge, VA went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Clarence Orville Thornton and Margaret Abbott Thornton; and sister of the late, Patricia Nichols, Mickey Thornton and Waddie Thornton.

She is survived by her husband of one day shy of 66 years, William Luther Reynolds; her children, Steven Reynolds of Kenbridge, Karan Berry (Mike) of Lawrenceville and Michael Reynolds of Powhatan; 3 grandchildren, Matthew Berry (Brandy), Curtis Berry (Emily) and Alyssa Behler (Chris); 4 great-grandchildren, Luke, Eli, Savannah and Mia.

Sue grew up in Roanoke, VA and graduated from Andrew Lewis High School in Salem.

She went to cosmetology school and worked as a beautician before marrying Luther in 1960. She was secretary for the Southside Baptist Association for several years and was an active member of the Kenbridge Baptist Church where she worked with the youth, served on the hospitality committee and sang in the choir.

She enjoyed being a part of the 50th Anniversary Group. She always thought of others and it brought her great joy to send cards letting people know that they were loved.

Family was her greatest joy. She loved spending to spend time with all her family, but especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 11AM Friday, January 30, 2026 at the Kenbridge Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church for the hour prior to services.

Reception immediately following the services in the church fellowship hall.

Private interment at the Reynolds Family Cemetery, Kenbridge, Virginia

In lieu of flowers please consider memorial donations to the Kenbridge Baptist Church, P.O. Box 445, Kenbridge, VA 23944 or to the Kenbridge Fire Department, P.O. Box 556, Kenbridge, VA 23944 Clarke Funeral Home, Kenbridge, in charge of services.

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