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Kalin Reynolds Obituary
Kalin Pelzel Reynolds was born on April 10, 1993 in Fortuna, Ca. He resided in McKinleyville with his parents Mike and Stacy Reynolds, and his brother Colby. He left us too early on March 27, 2009, but his spirit will embrace all the lives he has touched for eternity.
Although many knew Kalin for his passion for sports, awesome athletic abilities, as well as, his academic successes, his world consisted of so much more which were the building blocks for the life Kalin lived. Kalin found the stimulation of a head to head challenge with a 2000 piece puzzle where all the pieces were of similar color and shape as a task to conquer with relentless perseverance. Looking forward to a new issue of the Reader’s Digest-reading and sharing the jokes and stories enclosed to perfecting the art of making a batch of awesome brownies (where he usually had to stake a claim on at least one brownie with a finger print before they were devoured) where just some aspects of his life that brought an infectious smile to his face and contentment to his heart.
Kalin enjoyed running in the annual Trinidad Clam Beach run and finished with amazing race times for his age. This event had become a family tradition which he participated in with his dad, mom, brother, grandparents, aunt, and cousins. He loved to sing along to a variety of music genre and was not inhibited to share his voice whether it was belting out in song while sitting on the edge of his seat at a concert at the age of seven or on a road trip to a basketball game with his teammates and coaches.
His family, friends and the community knew him as a scrappy little guy with a huge drive and raw competitive spirit who always gave 110% in everything he did whether it was on the soccer field, basketball court or baseball diamond. We all wondered how he could get so much out of that little body. He won numerous sports and academic awards-most recently the MVP for McKinleyville High School JV basketball. In Kalin’s mind, this intense sports relationship was just his small contribution to the greatness he knew he and his teammates could achieve together.
Kalin was clearly in control of his life. He lived by the motto of focusing on what was real and how that realism would translate into a life benefit. His insightful wisdom was a challenge to all of us to "just take charge".
Kalin leaves behind his parents, Mike and Stacy Reynolds; his brother Colby; Grandparents: Bernard and Karen Pelzel, Dan and Doris Reynolds; Aunts and Uncles: Pam and Tim Woodward; Darcie and Mark Penland; Kelle Tomlinson; Cousins: Colten Tomlinson, Kalie Tomlinson, Kelsey Vaughn; Todd, Casey and Gavin Bush; Ben Woodward. Kalin was loved by and involved with a large diverse circle of friends and family.
Our family is truly blessed by the out pouring of love and support from our family, friends and community. All are welcome to attend the services, which will be held Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 11:00 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 1690 Janes Road, Arcata, California.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kalin Pelzel Reynolds Memorial Scholarship Fund at any Umpqua Bank.
Care is under the direction of Pierce Mortuary, Eureka, California.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kalin Reynolds
Michelle Rivas
December 5, 2025
I still think about Kalin every single day, he will be forever missed.
Melissa Ward
April 29, 2009
Dear Mike, Stacy, Colby and Family,
Kalin was a great kid. I never got the chance to thank him for his friendship with Hannah. He definately had a positive influence to all of his peers as well as adults who knew him. His SUNNY disposition will be missed by many.
Our hearts ache for you...may you find comfort with the love and support of family and friends during this difficult time.
love, Willy, Melissa, Hannah & Brittany Ward
Julie Mendes
April 22, 2009
Dear Mike,Stacy,Colby and Family,
We are thinking of you with heartfelt thoughts and deepest sympathy.
Love, Mike,Julie,Hailey,and Emily Mendes
April 13, 2009
im so sorry for you loss. my thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.
CHRISTINA ROS
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Dale Del Grande
April 12, 2009
Mike and family, I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless You.
Romi Hitchcock Tinseth
April 12, 2009
Dear Mike, Stacie, Colby and family,
We have not met, but want you to know our family's love and thoughts are with you! We are in the midst of responding to the near loss of our teen, at Stanford Medical. From the moment we heard, we have been sending your family love and strength constantly! I hope to find a way to support your family when I return. In the meantime you are in our hearts.
JoDee (Lindblom) Biasca
April 9, 2009
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Kaline but my nephew played many times against his teams. I know if he was anything like you Stacey there are some great times to remember. Think of those times when it gets tough. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Craig & Vicki Bonnell
April 9, 2009
Mike, Stacy and family. Your loss is felt by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeni Shafer
April 8, 2009
Stacy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
April 8, 2009
Stacy, Mike, Colby and family-Our prayers and thoughts are with you during these trying times. We know Kaline is in a better place. May his
soul rest in peace. Love Ken and Elena David
CAMI COOPER CLAROS
April 7, 2009
TO THE REYNOLDS FAMILY:
I CAN'T EVEN BEGIN TO TELL YOU HOW SORRY I AM FOR YOUR LOSS! THE SERVICE ON SATURDAY WAS SO BEAUTIFUL AND I AM SO GLAD I WENT. IT WAS PROBABLY THE HARDEST THING I'VE DONE, BUT AFTER HEARING ALL THE WONDERFUL THINGS ABOUT KALIN, IT MADE MY HEART REJOICE. I KNOW KALIN IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND HE IS AT PEACE. THAT DOESN'T LEAVE US WITH MUCH ALWAYS DOES IT?! I JUST LOST MY DAD A FEW MONTHS AGO AND I CRY EVERY DAY. I MISS HIM SO MUCH IT HURTS, SO I KNOW YOU WILL HAVE SOME TOUGH TIMES AHEAD OF YOU. JUST KNOW THAT THERE ARE LOTS OF PEOPLE WHO LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND REACH OUT TO THEM.
I AM SO HONORED TO HAVE KNOWN KALIN. THE YEAR I COACHED "THE BOYS" WAS THEIR 5TH GRADE YEAR. IT WAS ALSO MY LAST YEAR OF COACHING. I HAVE TO SAY, IN ALL THE YEARS I'VE COACHED, I'VE NEVER KNOWN A GREATER GROUP OF KIDS. THE DRIVE AND DETERMINATION AND THE FRIENDSHIPS THAT THEY ALL HAD IS SO AWESOME. KALIN WAS SUCH AN AWESOME KID. I'VE NEVER KNOWN A KID TO HAVE SO MUCH DESIRE. IN 5TH GRADE, HE WAS LITTLE. HADN'T HIT HIS GROWTH SPURT YET, AND YET, HE WAS OUR "SPEEDY GONZALEZ" THAT IS THE NICKNAME WE GAVE HIM. HE WAS LIKE A CAGED BULL WAITING TO BE LET OUT. I RECALL MANY GAMES THAT I ACTUALLY HAD TO SIT HIM ON THE BENCH BECAUSE WE HAD SCORED AN EMBARASSING AMOUNT OF POINTS AGAINST THE OPPOSING TEAM. HE REALLY HATED THOSE TIMES!! ALWAYS CHOMPING AT THE BIT TO GET BACK ON THE FLOOR. THROUGH THE YEARS SINCE THE BOYS WERE IN 5TH GRADE, I'VE TRIED TO COME AND WATCH THEM PLAY AT LEAST ONE GAME A YEAR. IT HAS BEEN A PLEASURE WATCHING THEM GROW IN TO GREAT ATHLETES!
THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME TO BE A PART OF YOUR LIVES. KALIN WILL ALWAYS BE ENGRAVED IN MY HEART AND MEMORY. HE WAS A GREAT KID AND I FEEL LUCKY TO HAVE KNOWN HIM.
PRAY A LOT AND TALK TO KALIN, I KNOW HE WILL HEAR YOU!!
LOVE YOU GUYS....CAMI COOPER CLAROS
April 7, 2009
Mike & Stacy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Jim & Loretta Wilson
The Bisgrove Family
April 6, 2009
Dear Reynolds Family,
Our hearts go out to you during the amazingly difficult time. Our daughter was a cheerleader at McKinleyville Middle School therefore we had the privilege to watch Kalin on the basketball court. He was such an incredible athlete but more so an amazing person. Please hold tight to the happy memories. We pray they will comfort you during this difficult time.
Bailey Martin
April 6, 2009
Stacey, Mike, Colby, Karen, Ben, and family there are not any words to express how my family and I feel about Kalin's death. I am sorry that I never knew Kalin, from everything Karen's told me about him and from spending time with Colby years ago, I am sure that Kalin was an incredible person and as wonderful a boy as Colby. I can only say that I am sorry because there are no adequate words to express how I feel about Kalin's death. You and Kalin are in my thoughts and my heart.
Polizzi Family
April 6, 2009
Stacy, Mike, Colby and Family
You are in our hearts. What a beautiful tribute to Kalin on Saturday.
Joe, Angela, Amber & Teri
Harlan LeRoux
April 5, 2009
Kalin, i love and miss you; you will always be remembered. Stay strong Stacy, Mike, and Colby. We are all praying for you.
-The LeRoux family
Quentin Matilton
April 5, 2009
I had the pleasure of playing baseball with Kalin this summer on the Northern Humboldt Knights. He always had a smile and was always fun to be around. My heart goes out to the Reynolds family and all Kalin's friends.
Kristen Marvel
April 5, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The bond between a parent and child is so strong that I can't even begin to imagine the pain . My thoughts and prayers are with you through this valley in your lives.
Kristen (Jensen) Marvel
Carlos Avelar
April 5, 2009
Mike,Stacey,Colby
Ben,Karen,Darcy,Kellie Pelzel
and Doris Reynolds:
I'm very sorry for your loss. Kalin was a special young man. I loved to watch him play baseball, soccer and basketball over the last 10 or so years. I also enjoyed coaching baseball and basketball against teams he played on. He always brought his A game each and every day. Over the years I officiated several games that he participated in and I can testify that he always played the sport with 110% and always was respectful to the officals. I'm sorry I missed his service Saturday, as you all know my involvement with our youth programs especially LL baseball and opening day ceremonies, I did ask all the crowd in attendence to take a moment to remember Kalin and pray for his loved ones during this very difficult time in their lives. Again I'm truly sorry for what has happened to all of you and my prayers are with you all. God Bless, Carlos Avelar and Ruth Olson and families
Betty & Don Larsen
April 5, 2009
Mike, Stacey, and family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We truly understand the heartache and emptiness you are experiencing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy during this troublesome time.
Alyssa Tweedy
April 4, 2009
Kalin was a great person. He made the History class fun,and he always made Kenton laugh. We will miss him very much. Our heart goes out to the family deeply and will remember many great memories of him. He always put a smile on peoples faces.
Bryan Walker
April 4, 2009
Mike, Stacy & Colby,
We are so sorry to hear of Kalin's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers every day.
The Walker Family
Marina Cortez-Hash
April 4, 2009
Your Family is in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.
Hash Family
Lee & Karen Henderson
April 4, 2009
Ben, Karen, Stacy & family,
Dan,Doris, Mike & family,
Our thought & prayers have been with all of you this week. May the Lord give you comfort during this difficult time.
Dylan Ingersoll and Nickols Family
April 4, 2009
Dear the Reynolds family,
we are all very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are for you all.
Morgan Ratzlaff
April 4, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss.Kalin was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My heart goes out to your family and may God bless you through this incredibly hard time.
Ken & Patsy Lewis
April 4, 2009
To all the Reynolds family. We are so sorry to hear of Kalin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring lots of comfort. Kalin is the same age as our oldest grandson and we are so sad. May you feel much comfort by the love and support of family and friends. Lots of HUGS ... God Bless and much love always, Patsy and Ken Lewis
Tammy Hansen
April 3, 2009
Mike, Stacey, and Colby, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sad to hear of your loss. Words can't express the sadness we feel. Tammy Hansen and Cory Grabow-Hansen
John, Kristi and Alex Puzz
April 3, 2009
Mike, Stacy and Colby, our thoughts are with you in this time of intense sadness. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Kalin will exist in our Little League memories forever!
Angie Stapp
April 3, 2009
My son was lucky enough to have know Kalin and I grieve with you in your loss. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. God Bless Kalin's family ~
The Stapp's
April 3, 2009
Dear Reynolds Family- Our hearts go out to you. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Nicki and Taylor Acosta
Candice Trask
April 3, 2009
Words of comfort, Simply can not meet the magnitude of your loss.
Our hearts go out to you.
April 3, 2009
To the Reynold's family, our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
The Gentleman Family
Mary Dawn Ford
April 3, 2009
Our hearts are saddened with your loss. Hold tight to the memories that are dear to your heart. You are forever in our thoughts.
Mary Dawn, Merritt, McKenzie, & McKenna Ford
Miles, Becky, Maddie Smith
April 3, 2009
Our Prayers and thoughts go out to the Reynolds and Pelzel Families during this very difficult time. There are no words to express our sorrow.
Joe Cabeceira
April 3, 2009
Kowing boath families especially the Pelzels it has been very defficult to except this tradgedy,My heart and prayer goes out to boath families. Love Joe,Kaye,Aunna,Kayla,and Marcus Cabeceira
Janina and Carl
April 3, 2009
My heart aches for your family. I remember many lovely stories of Grandma times with the boys and hope those memories will give you strength at this time. His spirit will shine forever in your hearts.
April 3, 2009
Dear Mike Stacy and Colby, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Denis Rene Kristin and Cameron Cosby
Cami Konzen Winslow
April 3, 2009
Karen, Ben, Stacy and family - Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in the memories of Kalin.
Kaila Johnson
April 2, 2009
My prayers go out to the Reynold's family. Thank you Kalin for always being there for my brother. It was always easy to tell when he was in a good mood; for he had just got done being with you. Thanks for the memories.
Dori (Dewing) Montgomery
April 2, 2009
Stacy and family-
Our heart goes out to all of you in your time of loss. This tragedy is shared by everyone that knew Kalin. I remember both of your boys when they were younger, and was grateful that I had the chance to keep tabs on them, now that my son attends the same school. We will pray that the wonderful memories of your beautiful son will become your strength, comfort and eventually, peace. Our sincerest sympathies, The Montgomery Family
Micah Sokolsky
April 2, 2009
I am saddened to hear about the loss of Kalin. I played class 1 soccer with Kalin and have been playing basketball against him since 6th grade. The games against McKinleyville will never be the same without Kalin at point guard; he always made the games interesting to play in and watch.
My condolences to the Reynolds family.
Alan and Erica Mills
April 2, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time.
We've been thinking and praying for the right words to say how sorry we are about your loss. I'm sorry we can find no words that we feel are adequate considering what you are going through.
Our prayers and love are with you.
Mike & Gerbie Lee
April 2, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that Lonnie (Riz) and Quentin (Q) both really wanted to go to the services, but cannot make it on that day. They were proud to be his Legion Ball Teammate. With Sincere Sympathy.
Don & Cindy Nystrom
April 2, 2009
Mike and family, it is difficult to lose a gift so precious in our lives. It is especially difficult when that gift was so young. Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
Austin Grissom
April 2, 2009
It was an honor to be one of your great friends and play basketball with you. I would always look forward to math because we always worked together and got the assignment done in like 2 minutes, but now i can't even do the assignment because i am so lost without you there. The great times walking to lunch will never be forgotten and neither will you.
SUSAN DEVORE
April 2, 2009
MIKE AND STACY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU , MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Peter Gonsalves
April 2, 2009
My heart is full of sorrow for your loss. I am keeping you in my prayers
Tony, Kerry & David Manzanares
April 2, 2009
What is there to say? There just aren't words to express how shocked and saddened we were to hear the news of Kalin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 2, 2009
Dear Mike and Stacy - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael and Nanette Jones
Lori Bush
April 2, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that the thoughts of many are with you at this time, and accept my deepest sympathies. We're praying for you.
Erin Dickey
April 2, 2009
Although it is challenging today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Thank you Kalin for your beautiful smile and kind soul. I am so honored to have known you.
Lori Luper-Boots
April 2, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers goes out to you and your family.
April 2, 2009
Stacy, Mike and Colby our thoughts and prayers are with you, we are so sorry for your loss. Farris Family ~Mckinleyville
April 2, 2009
Mike and Family: so sorry to hear of your loss; you are all in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Roger, Debbie (Clayton), Orico, Shapiro and Chalit Bailey
Hoopa, CA
April 2, 2009
To Mike & Stacy and family our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Walter and Vivian Luper
TED AND CAROLINE SCHUETTE
April 2, 2009
TED AND I AND OUR FAMILY ARE THINKING OF ALL OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. YOU ARE ALL IN OUR PRAYERS. WE ONLY REMEMBER KALIN RUNNING AROUND AT THE BASEBALL FIELD WHEN COLBY WAS ON OUR SONS TEAM. IT SOUNDED LIKE KALIN REALLY LOVED SPORTS. OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS ONCE AGAIN TO ALL OF YOU. TED AND CAROLINE SCHUETTE AND FAMILY
The Cole Family
April 2, 2009
Mike,Stacy and Colby, Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Humboldt Driving School- The Reeves Family
April 2, 2009
We were brought to tears to hear from one of Kalin friends of his passing. We wish the Lord give you strength to push through the difficult times ahead.
Shon Matthews
April 2, 2009
Praying for you guys
Joe Ferretti
April 2, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Jessica Long
April 2, 2009
So sorry I couldn't stay..... love ALL you guys so much.. praying continously for you..
Tina Uhl
April 2, 2009
We send our prayers to your family, hold tight and know in your heart that love is eternal, though you don't see us, we are with you. Tina, Ian & Logan Uhl
Haley Haman
April 2, 2009
My heart goes out to all of you. While I was never able to meet Kalin, I got to spend some time with Colby at Bull Lake many years ago. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jon Willcox
April 2, 2009
Thank you Kalin, you taught me more than I ever taught you. You brought the word "intensity" to life, and I am proud and honored to have known you.
Coach.
Sabine Jenkins
April 2, 2009
Remember the laughs~
Treasure the tears~
Embrace the memories ...
Sympathy and comfort to your heart and souls.
Allison Hannah
April 2, 2009
Kalin you had a smile that could brighten someones day. I am so happy I had the chance to meet such a wonderful person. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Paul, Tammy, Lauren, & Eric Metzger
April 2, 2009
Our hearts are aching for you all! Please know our thoughts and and prayers are with you as we grieve for the loss of your sweet boy. Your tribute to his young life was beautiful and invoked so many wonderful memories! Cling to those memories in the days ahead! Love & Peace.
April 2, 2009
Our hearts are broken,and our thought's are with you during this difficult time. Sending you love and strength. The Bates Family
Rich Solis
April 2, 2009
Kalin, it was an honor to witness your gifted abilities. I am honored to have been one of your coaches. You will always be with us.
Stacy, Mike and Colby, I pray that God will
give you strength and peace at this difficult time.
Rich Solis
Tracey Flint
April 2, 2009
We are keeping you in our hearts and our prayers.
Bob Anderson
April 2, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
kim luis
April 2, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Dick Stull
April 2, 2009
Great heart, great passion - joins many souls looking for peace. All my love to Stacy, Mike, Colby and family. Courage.
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