Curator: Prof. Elena Rostova Date: 2/9/2026 Dept: Visual Arts & Sciences

REYNOLDS LOVE OBITS

The term "reynolds love obits" refers to a fascinating phenomenon in the field of data visualization and obituaries. It highlights the intricate relationship between the work of American journalist and statistician William Henry Reynolds and the impact of his methods on the way obituaries are crafted today.

Reynolds, known for his innovative approach to statistics, introduced a unique style of writing obituaries that emphasized the positive aspects of a person's life. This technique, often referred to as the "Reynolds Love Obits" style, has had a lasting influence on the way obituaries are presented, particularly in the media.

The key benefit of this approach is its ability to celebrate the life of the deceased, focusing on their achievements, contributions, and the love they received from others. This method provides a more uplifting and meaningful tribute, offering a refreshing perspective on the traditional obituary format.

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Fig 1. Roger Portillo Estrada Obituary (2024) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love ...

A close-up of a hand holding a vintage typewriter, with a heart-shaped keystroke. The image captures the essence of old-school romance, ideal for a literary magazine or a vintage-themed blog post.

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Fig 2. Isabel Gruntorad Obituary - Reynolds-Love Funeral Home - Lexington - 2018

An illustration of a heart-shaped balloon floating in a starry night sky, with the words 'Love Always' written in elegant script. This whimsical image is perfect for a Valentine's Day card or a romantic gift.

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Fig 3. Mary Goracke Obituary (2018) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral ...

A vibrant, colorful painting of a couple dancing under a rainbow, their faces filled with joy. The image exudes happiness and celebration, suitable for a music festival poster or a joyful social media post.

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Fig 4. Daniel Joseph Screws Obituary (2024) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love ...

A vintage-style photograph of a couple in a cozy armchair, reading a book together. The image conveys a sense of warmth and intimacy, perfect for a cozy home decor magazine or a cozy reading nook feature.

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Fig 5. Chester Bockus Obituary - Reynolds-Love Funeral Home - Lexington - 2017

A digital artwork of a couple's hands intertwined, with a glowing heart in the background. The image has a futuristic, romantic feel, ideal for a sci-fi romance novel cover or a futuristic wedding theme.

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Fig 6. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries & Services In Lexington, Ne

A black-and-white portrait of a couple, their faces close together, against a blurred cityscape. The image captures a moment of quiet love in a bustling urban setting, perfect for a city lifestyle magazine.

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Fig 7. W. Wesley Lubberstedt Obituary (2017) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love ...

A hand-drawn illustration of a couple's silhouette, with a heart-shaped sun rising behind them. This simple yet powerful image conveys a sense of new beginnings, perfect for a new year's greeting card.

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Fig 8. Kristi Strohmyer Obituary (2021) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love ...

A colorful, abstract painting of intertwined hearts, with a gradient of warm hues. The image is visually stunning and can be used for a fashion magazine cover or a romantic art exhibition.

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Fig 9. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries & Services In Lexington, Ne

A vintage-style photograph of a couple in a garden, surrounded by blooming flowers. The image evokes a sense of nature's beauty and love, ideal for a botanical art book or a garden wedding theme.

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Fig 10. Dale Allen Seng Obituary (2023) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral ...

A digital collage of a couple's faces, one with a vintage filter, the other modern. The image plays with the idea of timeless love, perfect for a fashion editorial or a time-traveling story.

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Fig 11. John Wood Obituary (2019) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral Home ...

A black-and-white photograph of a couple's hands, fingers intertwined, against a blurred city background. The image captures a moment of connection in a fast-paced world, suitable for a city lifestyle feature.

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Fig 12. Billy Smith Obituary (2018) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral ...

A hand-painted watercolor of a couple's silhouettes, with a moon and stars above. This romantic image is perfect for a bedtime story book or a cozy evening scene illustration.

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Fig 13. Jay Hemphill Obituary (2020) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral ...

A vibrant, modern art piece of a couple's faces, with bold, geometric shapes. The image is visually striking and can be used for a contemporary art exhibition or a fashion-forward magazine cover.

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Fig 14. Robert Phillippi Obituary (2020) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love ...

A close-up of a couple's hands, with a vintage camera in the foreground. The image captures the joy of photography and love, ideal for a photography blog or a vintage-themed event.

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Fig 15. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries & Services In Lexington, Ne

A digital artwork of a couple's silhouettes, with a heart-shaped light beam shining through. The image has a magical, romantic feel, perfect for a fantasy romance novel or a fantasy-themed event.

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Fig 16. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries

A black-and-white photograph of a couple, their faces close together, against a blurred beach scene. The image captures a moment of love by the sea, suitable for a travel magazine or a beach wedding theme.

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Fig 17. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries

A hand-drawn illustration of a couple's hands, with a heart-shaped clock face. This whimsical image conveys the idea of time and love, perfect for a Valentine's Day card or a romantic gift.

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Fig 18. Charles K Trumbull Obituary (2024) - Callaway, NE - Timm-Reynolds-Love ...

A colorful, abstract painting of a couple's faces, with a gradient of warm and cool tones. The image is visually captivating and can be used for a fashion editorial or an art exhibition.

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Fig 19. Johnnie Tvrdy Obituary (2018) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral ...

A vintage-style photograph of a couple in a library, surrounded by books. The image evokes a sense of intellectual romance, ideal for a book club feature or a cozy library setting.

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Fig 20. Mia Larson Obituary - Reynolds-Love Funeral Home - Lexington - 2014

A digital artwork of a couple's hands, with a glowing heart in the center, surrounded by a starry background. The image has a futuristic, romantic feel, perfect for a sci-fi romance novel cover.

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Fig 21. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries

A black-and-white photograph of a couple's hands, with a vintage typewriter in the background. The image captures the essence of old-school romance, suitable for a literary magazine or a vintage-themed blog.

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Fig 22. Ronald Light Obituary (2020) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral ...

A hand-painted watercolor of a couple's silhouettes, with a heart-shaped tree in the foreground. This romantic image is perfect for a nature-themed wedding or a cozy forest scene.

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Fig 23. Neal Boyd Obituary (2020) - Lexington, NE - Reynolds-Love Funeral Home ...

A vibrant, modern art piece of a couple's faces, with a gradient of warm and cool tones. The image is visually stunning and can be used for a fashion magazine cover or an art exhibition.

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Fig 24. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Obituaries

A close-up of a couple's hands, with a vintage camera in the foreground, capturing a moment of love. The image captures the joy of photography and romance, ideal for a photography blog or a vintage-themed event.

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Fig 25. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home | Lexington NE

A digital collage of a couple's faces, one with a modern filter, the other vintage. The image plays with the idea of timeless love, perfect for a fashion editorial or a time-traveling story.

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Fig 26. John Reynolds of Reynolds-Love Funeral Home announces his retirement

A black-and-white photograph of a couple's hands, with a blurred cityscape in the background. The image captures a moment of connection in a fast-paced world, suitable for a city lifestyle feature.

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Fig 27. Monuments | Reynolds-love Funeral Home

A hand-drawn illustration of a couple's hands, with a heart-shaped clock face, conveying the idea of time and love. This whimsical image is perfect for a Valentine's Day card or a romantic gift.

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Fig 28. Monuments | Reynolds-love Funeral Home

A colorful, abstract painting of a couple's faces, with a gradient of warm and cool tones. The image is visually captivating and can be used for a fashion editorial or an art exhibition.

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