Michael John Reynolds, son of Merton L. and Erna Reynolds, was born in Pierre, South Dakota, on July 13, 1942.  After graduation from Piere High School, Mike moved with his parents to Stillwater, Minnesota and enrolled at the University of Wisconsin in River Falls.

After attending college, Mike began a long career with Northern States Power/Excel Energy working in the Accounting Department. When he was not working, Mike spent countless hours in pursuit of his lifelong interest in amateur radio.  He was a licensed ham operator assigned the call letters KoKJS.  He also enjoyed participating in events and volunteering at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Stillwater.  He especially enjoyed taking mission trips to the Caribbean with the church and did so several times subsequent to his retirement.

Mike died peacefully on March 4, 2024.  He is survived by his sister Mary (John) Olson; niece Kirsten (Cory Schultz) Olson; nephews Mason and Bram Schultz; and a number of cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents and other extended family members

Stillwater Gazette 3-16-2024