Thomas S. "Tar" Reynolds

Thomas “Tar” S. Reynolds, age 93, of Edgewood, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026. 

Born on October 21, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky, Thomas was the son of the late Thomas and Gertrude Reynolds. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Kevin Reynolds; his great-grandson, Jude Thomas Wick; his brother, Henry Reynolds; and his sisters, Mary Tallarico, Peggy Hughes, and Delores Reynolds. 

Thomas is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Sara Reynolds, and their devoted children: Kelly Miller (Mark), Kathy Walz (Jeff), Tom Reynolds Jr. (Ann), Sharon Pusateri (Joe), Tim Reynolds (Theresa), and Dan Reynolds (Cheryl). He is also survived by his sister, Elaine Fehr, as well as 19 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and many cherished nieces and nephews. 

A proud graduate of Flaget High School, Class of 1950, Thomas went on to attend the University of Louisville. He honorably served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. 

Prior to his retirement, he enjoyed a long and successful career as a salesman with the Johnson & Johnson Company. 

Thomas was a man of deep faith and community spirit. He was a longtime member of St. Barbara Church and generously gave his time as a volunteer with Be Concerned and Exodus Prison Ministry. He found great joy in staying active and social throughout his life. Thomas was a member of Brookwood Swim Club and later became a charter member of Five Seasons Family Sports Club. He loved playing tennis and golf for many years and was perhaps best known in the community as the “Edgewood Walker,” logging countless miles and sharing friendly waves with neighbors along the way. 

Thomas will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family, his strong faith, his warm presence, and the lasting impact he made on all who knew him. Visitation will take place at St. Barbara's Church on Tuesday, April 28 at 4:00 pm until the Memorial Mass at 5:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will follow the mass in the Sterling Event Center at St. Barbara's Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Be Concerned – The People’s Pantry at link below.