Michael "Mike" D. Reynolds

Michael “Mike” Reynolds was a beloved son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, and friend whose kindness, humor, and loving spirit touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.

One of nine children, Mike was a graduate of Wilby High School. He had a love for Marvel comics, superheroes, electronics, unique collectibles, and attending Comic-Con. He enjoyed traveling with friends, exploring new places, listening to music, especially Wu-Tang Clan, jazz, and beats, and discovering interesting things. He had a passion for technology, including phones, tablets, and computers, and an appreciation for good food.

Mike was intelligent, funny, and caring, earning him the nickname “The Professor” because of his remarkable intelligence, knowledge, and curiosity about the world around him. He had a natural ability to learn, explore, and share what he knew with others. His unique personality, sense of humor, and love for his family made him unforgettable. He especially cherished his nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews, who held a special place in his heart. His presence, wisdom, and love will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Michael passed away on November 4, 2026, after a brief illness. Though his time with us has ended, the memories he created and the love he shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Those He Leaves to Cherish His Memory

Michael leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Madeline Burnette, who resides in Pensacola, Florida; his sisters, Verna M. Ortiz, Dawn A. Wright, and Nina Tuller; and his brothers, John Johnson, Victor Reynolds, Christopher Reynolds, and Rubin McKinney. He also leaves his brothers-in-law, Donald Wright and Willie Lewis and sister-in-law Carmen Rodriguez Reynolds, along with a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Reynolds; his sister, Shirley Reynolds; and his stepfather, Elwood Burnette. Michael’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who were blessed to know him.

A Celebration of Michael's Life will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Colonial Funeral Home, 270 West Main Street, Waterbury, Connecticut at 2pm. Visitation will be held in Colonial from 1pm-2pm. Funeral arrangements have been trusted to Colonial Funerals, and James R. Sanders, Funeral Director. Condolences may be expressed at Colonialfunerals.com.