Robbinsdale, Minnesota
February 16, 1922-October 16, 2012 One of the architects of the American Disabilities Act died today at his home in North Oaks MN. Dr. Reynolds is best known as a pioneer in teaching exceptional children in all American schools, known as adaptive mainstreaming. Among numerous accomplishments, he received the University of Minnesota Outstanding Achievement Award which recognizes University graduates who have attained unusual distinction in their profession. Dr. Reynolds was a professor at the University of Minnesota for 38 years and served his country during World War II in the South Pacific theater in the Solomon Islands with the Army Air Force. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Donna Lou Reynolds; children Judy (Neil Suneson), Kathy, and John Reynolds (Helenbeth) along with devoted grandchildren, Ryan Suneson (Jessica Neufeld), Peter Suneson, Jill Reynolds and David Reynolds. Details of memorial service will be forthcoming. Gearty-Delmore Plymouth 763-553-1411
i still treasure the wisdom maynard provided me in 38 years of preparing school psychologists and educators. in fact, maynord´s view on prediction approaches apply almost every day! i hope i have passed on his legacy to others.
Mark R Shinn
October 11, 2024 | School
I was a graduate student at the University of Minnesota and had my first graduate class from Maynard. I loved the class, and loved the way that Maynard made us think about the important issues facing the field of special education. I will miss him.
Chris Espin
October 31, 2012 | Leiden, The Netherlands
Dr. Maynard Reynolds was an inspiration to educators. In the 1970's I had the wonderful opportunity to serve with him on several task forces and to select him to serve as the advisor for the Saint Paul Public Schools grant-funded efforts to advance the concept of - and the practice of - "mainstreaming" students with disabilities into "regular" classrooms. Dr. Reynolds led others to embrace this approach through his sincerity and gentle persuasion, along with his broad knowledge and amazing...
Mary Chorewycz
October 22, 2012 | Milltown, WI
I am most grateful for the graduate studies I had at the U of M. Maynard's influence was in those classes and students profited by his beliefs and passion!
Darlen Femrite - Minnesota River Valley Sp. Ed. Cooperative
October 19, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved father. We are neighbors of John and Helenbeth and want all family members to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. His impact on children will live forever. God Bless
Tom and Julie Bredesen
October 18, 2012 | Medina, MN
I took my first doctoral class with Dr. Reynolds when he was a visiting professor at CSULA. I cannot overstate the influence he was in terms of shaping my journey through the doctoral program and how I teach today.
Margaret Clark
October 18, 2012 | Los Angeles, CA
I was a graduate student in School Psychology at the University of Minnesota and had the opportunity to engage with Maynard during that time. His impact, including his book with Jack Birch and other writings, has influenced me (and my graduate students) for a lifetime. One of true greats.
Mark Shinn
October 18, 2012 | Chicago, IL
I did not know Dr. Reynolds but I have family members with disabilities and I am very thankful for all he has done for them through his work.
October 18, 2012
Please accept my heartfelt condolences as you mourn Maynard's transition. I will always remember and be thankful that I had the opportunity to work with and learn from this intelligent, compassionate, and caring soul. Maynard helped me learn the importance of paying attention to human details and to value individual differences. Sallye McKee
Sallye McKee
October 18, 2012 | Flossmoor, IL
