Vean Reynolds

Alice "Vean" Arnold Reynolds passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 in Charlotte N.C. after a short hospital stay with family by her side. Vean was born on March 20,1934 in Shouns, TN to the late Kelly Arnold and Cliffe Phillips Arnold.In addition to her parents, Vean was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Odell Reynolds.Sisters: Rena Brown, Hester Snyder , Nell Galliher and June SmithBrothers: twin brother, Dean Arnold, Emmitt Arnold, Danny Arnold, Fayette Arnold and Leavie Arnold.

Those left to cherish her memory include Her children: daughter, Kelly Reynolds Childers and her husband Tom Childers of Indian Trail, N.C. ,Dean Reynolds of Johnson City, TN, and Jeff Reynolds and his wife, Janet Montgomery Reynolds of Wilmington, N.C. Sisters-in-law, Joanne Arnold and Charlotte Arnold; Grandchildren: Colby Childers of Indian Trail, N.C., Ryan Reynolds and his wife, Caitlin Conley Reynolds of Port St Lucie, Fla. and Dakota Reynolds Bridwell and husband Jake Bridwell of Piney Flats, TN. Great Grand daughters: Mayleigh Pierce Reynolds(1)and Palmer Leigh Bridwell (10 months)Sisters: Inez Arnold Wallace of Zionville, N.C. and LulaBell Arnold Wallace of Essex, MD Sister in law, Charlotte Arnold and many Nieces and Nephews.

Vean loved Jesus, her Savior, a devoted Mother, the best Mom anyone could ask for, and taught life lessons to everyone she came into contact with .She cared deeply for her parents, siblings, and had a special bond with her grandson, Colby. She loved attending her children's sporting events and continued to watch Basketball and Football on TV. Made the best Sweet tea and Butterscotch Pie in Mountain City.

Edward received the best Christmas and Birthday present- reuniting with his beautiful bride after 46 years.

The family will receive friends at Calvary Baptist Church, 1354 Cold Springs Rd, Mountain City, TN from 1:30-2:30 on Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025 with Funeral Service at 2:30. Pastor Steven Spencer and Pastor Mike Fenner will officiate. A reception will follow at the Life Center at Calvary Baptist Church.

Pallbearers will be Frankie Smith, Scott Arnold,Van Arnold, Gary Horne, Rocky Wallace, Steve Arnold and Jake Bridwell.

I Am Free

Don’t grieve for me, for now I am free.

I’m following the path God laid for me.

I took His hand when I heard Him call.

I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play.

Tasks left undone, must stay that way.

I found that peace at the close of the day.

If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy.

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, a hug.

Oh yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow.

I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life’s full, I savored much,

Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,

Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.

Lift your heart and share with me,

God wanted me now,

He set me free.

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Christmas Joy

I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below,

With tiny lights, like heaven’s start reflecting on the snow.

The light is so spectacular, please wipe away the tears,

For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I hear many of the Christmas songs that people hold so dear,

But the sounds of music can’t compare with Christmas songs up here.

I have no words to tell you the joy their voices bring,

For it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.

I see how much you miss me, I see the pain in your heart,

I’m not so far away, we really aren’t apart.

So be happy for me, precious ones, you know I hold you dear,

Be glad that I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I send you each a special gift from my heavenly home above,

I sent you each a memory of my undying love.

After all, love is a gift more precious than pure gold,

It is always most important in the stories Jesus told.

Please love and keep each other as my father said to do,

For I can’t count the blessings of love he has for each of you.

So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away that tear.

Remember that I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

Online condolences and memories may be sent to the family at www.huxlipfordfh.com

Hux & Lipford Funeral Home 300 W. Main St. Mountain City, Tennessee is honored to serve the family of Vene Reynolds.