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Rachel Reynolds Obituary

Rachel Marie Reynolds SUMMERVILLE - Rachel Marie Reynolds, 17, born on July 29, 1996, of Summerville, SC passed away early May 24, 2014, in her home with her family. In January, with only a few weeks of on and off pain in her right side, led to a doctor's visit, where we were told all in the same day, Rachel had a rare type of cancer that was at a stage 4 level on diagnosis. When asked what type of cancer, we were always told Disseminated malignancy of unknown primary with tumor markers of a germ cell and unspecified Sarcoma markers. With a terminal prognosis from the beginning, she was determined to overcome this horrible disease. She would always say she was not dying, because she liked it here. Rachel accomplished many things in the short time she lived here on earth. She is a 2014 graduate from Summerville High School. She completed all minimum State competencies for health science, Nursing Assistant in 2013 and achieved her certification from the State of South Carolina Nurse Aide Registry. She had a strong desire to work in the medical profession. She had thought about working in the profession of oncology or being an anesthesiologist. Rachel had a strong passion for people and animals. And she loved to shop! She could never have enough shoes. She was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. She also had a strong faith in God and believed he would never leave her side. She is survived by both of her parents, Larry and Julie Reynolds, of Summerville; her three brothers, James A. Wall, Jr., and his wife Brittney, of Hampton, VA, Jacob A. Reynolds, Joshua M. Reynolds, both of Summerville; her loving boyfriend, whom was her rock, Daniel "Travis" Douglas of Summerville; her grandparents, Gloria Arnold and Hal Burch of Hampton, VA and Angela "Sandy" Reynolds of Chesapeake, VA; and she also leaves behind a host of relatives and friends, and all her supporters on Rachel's Team. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Marvin Reynolds. A public viewing will be held at Parks Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 from 5 - 8 o'clock for all who wish to attend. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, we ask that contributions be made in Rachel's name to Frances R. Willis SPCA, PO Box 1116, Summerville, SC 29484. Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 West 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. www.parksfuneralhome.com Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 25 to May 26, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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Dad

May 24, 2024

I will always love and miss for forever!!!! Not a day that goes by that I don't think of you! You will always be my baby girl, love you forever Dad.

June 25, 2014

Dear Rachel's family, I visited the Summerville cemetery today for the first time and I helped a lady find your Rachel's grave. It is evident how much she meant to you by the care that has already been taken of the grave. I wish I had been one of the lucky ones to have known her. Please know that through her story lives will be saved. God bless your angel Rachel and your family. I will be sure to stop by Rachel's grave on future visits to the cemetery. Rhonda Bleska, Summerville

Jayne Sahagian

June 18, 2014

Larry and Julie,

Larry, although you are my first cousin, it has been years since I last saw you, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your beautiful daughter, Rachel. I know your pain and my heart is with you both. Always, Janie

delores saunders

June 3, 2014

Hi,I dont know you and you dont know me,however if you go to my website Ithink you will get to know just a little about me and how I care so much about people I dont even know. My grand son Mat Saunders showed me a picture of your daughter on a Friday night and told me the story about this beautiful young girl.Ithink he wanted me to know just how fortunate I am to be a cancer survivor for the past five years.I just wish your daughter could have had a longer life but just take a few minutes and think about it ,our precious Jesus I am certain has big plans for her, she is most likely watching over the precious little Sandy Hook Angels.you know I lost my first born the next month after I did the Sandy Hook tribute and actually I thought I knew what those parents were going through but trust me little did I know until Easter morning March thirty first 2013, trust me I tell everyone it was like a knife stabbing pain going right thru my heart. Julie and family I am so sorry for your loss but happy to be able to sit here and share with you. please look up Delores saunders tribute to Sandy hook elem. school and just maybe it will cheer you up just a little. Iknow you have cried many tears just as I still am over my Son and The sandy hook angels.I also shed tears for your daughter when I saw her picture in mondays paper knowing that was the same girl my Grandson showed me on his phone. May God bless your family and if my family and I can comfort you and your family in any way maybe just a phone call, please dont hesitate to call us at 8437448452.I thank you for reading this long message and I did not anticipate on such along one but however my husband tells me all the time I write just like I talk.With love, Mickey and Dee.

June 3, 2014

Larry,
May the Loard give you the stenth. God bless you.I don't know what to say.
Al Levesque

Mrs Diane Zampanti Barzykowski

May 31, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Debbie Richter

May 29, 2014

Although I did not know Rachel, I feel compelled to acknowledge her passing.I am a mother and can only imagine the loss you must feel. Although, her obiturary is written with a celebration of her life,I know you will miss her greatly. She must have been a pure blessing to have as your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family to lighten your grief and find delight in the memories.

Kristy Martin

May 29, 2014

Thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this difficult time.

Kendra Luff

May 29, 2014

So sorry for your loss, Julie, family, and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 29, 2014

so sorry to hear of your loss i know what it feels like my son was 19 when we lost him you are all in my thoughts and prayers with deepest thoughts always karen knight

Jennifer Jones

May 28, 2014

Julie and family - you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Myron, Sharon, Noah and Adam Jordan

May 28, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rachel had a heart of gold. She will always be with you. Just talk to her and she will listen.

John Domanski

May 28, 2014

Larry & Family,

My heart goes out to you all. My sincere condolences.

Mercado family

May 28, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss, she is now an angel watching over everyone from heaven.

The Creel Family

May 28, 2014

Paryers And comfort ,For this Loving family,They have are so Strong And have endured Great pain and Loss .Love and hugs

Mitch Walker

May 28, 2014

Larry & Family,
My sincere condolences. I am sure Rachel was a wonderful child. Take comfort in knowing she is with our Lord.

Norman & Susan Drake

May 28, 2014

So sorry to here about Rachel. Our prayers are with you.

Petty Talamayan

May 28, 2014

Rachel is with our creator now and will always be your angel, watching over your family. Our deepest sympathy for your lost. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Phillip & Lisa Wright

May 28, 2014

Dear Reynolds Family: Words seem inadequate to offer comfort during such a sorrowful time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alexus Ibbetson

May 28, 2014

Rachel was a good friend of mine, she was a kind hearted strong girl. She is someone i will never forget. I miss her more then ever. She will always be in my heart. My deepest condolence goes out to you Mrs Julie and the rest of the family.

Mason County Middle School

May 28, 2014

fly high baby girl..

Reilly Noble

May 28, 2014

Rachel was an inspiration, And she will absolutely be missed. As an angel, she is finally Cancer Free..

Lewis & Barbara Orthman

May 28, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Carol Eustace

May 27, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

May 27, 2014

Dear Reynolds family, our thoughts and prayers are with during this time and may God bless you all, Jimmy and Laura Avinger

Mitzi Jones

May 27, 2014

Larry and Julie, they say time heals all but you never forget the pain for watching you child take their last breath as you are helpless to do anything to save them. I am sorry she didn't have more time after she tried so hard to hold on. She was a beautiful young woman and I know you will always be proud she was yours. Prayers for comfort for your family.

Kathy Burbidge

May 27, 2014

There are no words that can comfort at a time like this - You are in my prayers

Georgia Crosby

May 27, 2014

May God, friends, and family help your family at this time to give you strength and peace. Rachel was well known as wonderful and beautiful young lady. I am sorry for your loss.

Melanie Blackwell

May 27, 2014

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. My heart hurts for you guys. I can't even imagine the feelings you are going though right now. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you have been throughout this tough journey you have been going through. God Bless you and your family.

May 27, 2014

Larry & Julie,

We are so sorry to hear of Rachel's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts & prayers.

Cricket & Cheryl

May 26, 2014

We are sorry we did not know your beautiful daughter but we are a Pinewood Family. We are deeply saddnened by your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

May 26, 2014

May God bring you comfort and peace now and in the days ahead with dealing with the loss of this beautiful young lady.

Eddie lawrence

May 26, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Ashley Brabham

May 26, 2014

I started following Rachel's story on facebook when my own daughter Jessica asked me to. The first thing and the last thing I would do each day was look at Rachel's status. I shed many tears for this beautiful young child and her family. I being the mother of three children could never imagine what this family is going through right now. At least the pain Rachel had to endure is now gone forever! My oldest child Jessica would sometimes take Rachel home from SHS and they became good friends. To Rachel's family I pray that you find peace and comfort. Know that you have a beautiful angel smiling down on you from heaven!

Sarah F

May 26, 2014

I want to give my condolences to the family who has lost a kind hearted, young woman. I know exactly what they're going through, I have lost relatives due to cancer. The important thing is to remember Rachel healthy and happy . She wouldn't want everyone to be sad but hopeful that one day a cure will be found . She is smiling down and saying im alright .She is with god and will be in great hands . I hope the community will continue to pray for the family and mourn the loss of an extraordinary bright, woman because I know I will . Again my deepest condolences and god bless

Mildred Rease Clark

May 26, 2014

I began following Rachel's Team story after my daughter told me of this young lady. I would get up every morning, ready to read the updates that her mother, Julie Reynolds had posted. Julie, you're an excellent journalist. You told Rachel's story like we were all involved and felt as if we were going through the ordeal --- live. Of course, we didn't experience all of it. God love you and your family. You have witnessed so much in such a short time. Those memories cannot be erased. The good thing is that it wasn't all tragic. There were some times of joy and happiness. Rachel was able to enjoy some good times before this horrible disease took its grip. Thank you for sharing your daughter with the world. She will never be forgotten, and neither will you or your family.

linda & don rubinovitz

May 26, 2014

Dear Family:

Such a tradegy serves us of how fragile life is and that we can never know what tomorrow will bring. The lesson for all of us in this sad moment is to appreciate the little everyday things of life. Rachel was a beautiful person inside and out - she radiated with grace and sunshine which affected so many people. I know that she is at peace. We will truly miss her.

Sending love and peace.

Aunt Linda & Uncle Don

May 26, 2014

What an incredible story for sch a young girl. Her accomplishments in such a short time are commendable. Hers was a life extinguished too soon. RIP Rachel. My sincerest sympathy to the family.

Randy and Sandy Beckett

May 26, 2014

There are no words.

May 26, 2014

My daughter followed Rachel's journey on Facebook and would tell me of her progress. My Grand-children played Summerville Girl's Softball and did the pink out games to show support....deepest sympathy to you and your family, we were pulling for Rachel. We have family members dealing with their own fight with cancer(which knows no strangers)My mother and sister within 3 month's dealing with breast cancer. Your writings on Facebook showed her courage and her fight. Thank you for sharing it, "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal" With heartfelt sympathy, The Ashworth Family

CS

May 26, 2014

R.I.P GOD'S Angel!

Leslie Ratlliff

May 25, 2014

I have been following your daughters story since January. It's heartbreaking.
Julie, I don't know know you personally, but thank you for sharing your daughter's journey. You are a wonderful mom and I hope you and your family will be wrapped in God's arms for peace and comfort. I know you miss Rachel. The world will miss Rachel and her strength and beauty to carry on.

Sharon & Demetrius Ferrell

May 25, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer

May 25, 2014

Reynolds family ~ My thoughts & prayers are your family at this difficult time. I pray that each of you find comfort in Rachel's love for each of you as well as God's love.

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