William Franklin "Bill" McReynolds

May 28, 1963 - April 12, 2016

William Franklin “Bill” McReynolds, age 52, of West Frankfort, IL passed away suddenly at 2:20 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at his home. He was born on Tuesday, May 28, 1963, in Benton, IL the son of Jackie Ray and Barbara Ann (Sharp) McReynolds. Bill was united in marriage to Colleen Heather Finley on Thursday, September 6, 1990, in Clearwater, FL and together they shared over 23 years of marriage until her death on Saturday, October 26, 2013. After the early death of his wife, he returned back to this area late in 2014. Bill lived for many years in the Clearwater, FL area and was a painting contractor. He also was skilled in many other areas of contracting including drywall, plumbing, electrical and many others. He was always willing to try most anything and could accomplish most of what he tried. He loved caring for his son, Julian and was an excellent cook. He enjoyed being with all of his family and looked forward to the many times they all would gather together. The many memories that have been created will now be cherished by those he leaves behind. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Jack R. and Gloria McReynolds of West Frankfort; mother and stepfather, Barbara A. and John Sargent of West Frankfort; daughter, Cherrilyn Sorge of Marlboro, NY; son, Julian Scott Thomas McReynolds of West Frankfort; two grandchildren, Prophett Joseph Sorge of Clearwater, FL and Kyler William Thomas Whitacre of Tampa, FL; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ann and Stephen Gosney of West Frankfort; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, David and Pam McReynolds of Marion, IL, Ed R. and Teddie McReynolds of East Alton, IL, John L. and Michelle McReynolds of West Frankfort and Tommy J. Gulley of West Frankfort; special nephew, Nathan Ray McReynolds of West Frankfort; eight other nephews, Landon McReynolds of Fort Myers, FL, Jordan McReynolds of Marion, IL, Tyler McReynolds of Granite City, IL and Brandon McReynolds, Josh McReynolds, Quentin Sullivan and his companion Kelsey Sheedy, Skyler Gosney and Jeremy Gulley all of West Frankfort; four nieces, Amanda McReynolds of Herrin, IL, Abbey McReynolds of East Alton, IL and Stephanie Gosney and Ashley McReynolds both of West Frankfort; great nephew, Hunter McReynolds; great niece, Layla Sullivan; brother-in-law, Thomas J. Finley of Clearwater, FL, other extended family and many friends. His wife and brother, William Sargent, preceded him in death. Arrangements for William Franklin “Bill” McReynolds were entrusted to Stone Funeral Home, 1201 East Poplar Street, West Frankfort, IL. Bill loved his family and family gatherings, so a family gathering and memorial service was held Sunday, April 17, 2016, at the West Frankfort City Park. For those who prefer, memorial contributions may be made to “Stone Funeral Home”, to be used to help cover final expenses, and mailed in care of Stone Funeral Home, 1201 E. Poplar Street, West Frankfort, IL 62896. For additional information please call the funeral home at 618-932-2161.