William Whitford Reynolds, son of Parley and Esther Reynolds, was born in Petersburgh, Sept. 25, 1816. He received a common-school education, and at the age of fifteen had completed his studies. About this time he settled on a farm with his parents, following the occupation of a farmer and receiving his property from his father. He married Mary, daughter of Braddock Peckham, of Grafton, by whom four children were born, of whom one only, Charles W., is living. Mrs. Mary Reynolds was born in Grafton. ... He was also a prominent Mason. His death occurred June 4, 1876. Mrs. Reynolds is still residing on the old homestead in Petersburgh.