Joan Reynolds: Ossining Resident, Active Democrat

Joan Reynolds, 84, died suddenly on October 6, 2015 at her home in Ossining, NY.

Born on August 13, 1931, in Stamford, CT, she was the daughter of Willis and Angelina Nobile Springer.

On September 5, 1987, she married William Joseph Reynolds, who survives her.

In her own quiet way, Joan was a woman of many accomplishments. At a time when most people retire, Joan embarked on a career, by becoming a certified Home Health Aide. She worked in this capacity until she retired in 2008.

Due to a injury, as a child, Joan was unable to continue her formal schooling. But at the age of 79, she completed the requirements for her GED, in only four months time, earning a 92.5% average.

She and her husband were longtime members of the Westchester Democratic Committee, and served as an election inspector for 32 years.

In 1988, she and her husband ran for Alternate Delegate to the Democratic National Convention.

She is also survived two sisters, Vivian Brown of Peekskill, NY and Petrina Head of Dover Plains, NY; and by two brothers, Felix and Joseph.

Contributions may be made in her memory to the Peekskill Chapter of the Salvation Army, where she served for many years as a soldier. The Peekskill Corps is located at 117 Nelson Ave.

Private services were arranged by Dorsey Funeral Home, Inc. in Ossining.