Lena Ann Reynolds

Lena Ann Reynolds (Casdorph), 88, of Ripley, West Virginia (formerly of Sissonville), passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Hubbard Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer.

Leana was born in Kanawha County, West Virgnia, the third child of Thomas Layne and Mary Layne (Blankenship). She was a proud graduate of Sissonville High School, completing her education at the age of seventeen.

A longtime resident of Ripley, Lena was known for her strong work ethic and dedication. She was employed for many years with the West Virginia Department of Highways, where she built lasting friendships and earned the respect of her colleagues.

Lena was preceded in death by her husband of thirty-seven years, Ronald “Ron” Keith Reynolds; her beloved sons, Joe Wesley Casdorph and James “Jimmy” Kenneth Casdorph; her sisters, Yona “Kat” Lanham and Barbara “Bobbie” Wines and her brother, Kenneth “Ken” Layne.

She is survived by one granddaughter, (Joe daughter), her step son, Rod (Pam) Reynolds; step-grandchildren Heather Reynolds, Terah (Mike) Waybright, Rodney K. (Chasity) Reynolds II and Brandon Reynolds; eight step-great-grandchildren and one step-great-great-grandchild.

Faith was an important part of Lena’s life. For many years, she attended Walker Church in Charleston with her grandfather. Later, she worshiped at First Advent Christian Church on Randolph Street and Valley Christian Church on Bigley Avenue in Charleston with her two sons. After moving to Ripley, she attended Second Baptist Church and later Grasslick Baptist Church in Kenna, with her late husband.

In accordance with her wishes, there will be no public service. Burial will be private at Floral Hills Garden of Memories in Sissonville where she will rest beside her oldest son, Joe Wesley Casdorph.

In lieu of flowers or memorial trees, the family ask that donation be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W, Charleston, WV 25387 or online by visiting www.hospicecarewv.org. HospiceCare was a great blessing to Lena and her family during the final days of her life. Online memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.waybrightfuneralhome.com