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Portrait of Michael J Figueiredo Sr.
In loving memory of

Michael J Figueiredo Sr.

August 23, 1970 – January 24, 2026
Lived 55 years
Meriden, CT
Life story

Mike was a man who genuinely loved the simple things: a well-maintained engine, a quiet spot on the water, and the latest piece of technology. A dedicated part of the Berlin Public Schools custodial team, Mike loved his job making sure children have safe and well-maintained spaces to learn. He was a fixture of kindness in those halls, a genuinely kind person who was always ready to help anyone with anything.

Mike's heart really belonged to his "chosen family," the massive network of friends he built at the Cadillac Ranch. Mike was at his happiest when he was outdoors or on the move. You could usually find him in his Toyota Tacoma (the "Taco"), kayaking, fishing, spending a weekend away at a ranch, or heading off to the next NASCAR race. When he wasn't on the road, he was a lifelong Star Wars fan who always found a little adventure in the stories he loved.

He was also fiercely proud of his Portuguese heritage. Mike had been planning to get a traditional Portuguese Rooster tattoo as a symbol of pride for his family and his history, though he never quite got around to it.

He is survived by his son, Michael Jr.; his mother, Maria Adelaide Homen; his brother, Steven; and his niece, Rebecca.

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The world Michael knew

Family milestones in gold, history for context

1970
Born August 23
1976
Michael was 6 when America celebrated its Bicentennial
1977
Michael was 7 when Star Wars opened in theaters
1982
Michael was 12 when "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" opened in theaters
1989
Michael was 19 when the Berlin Wall fell
1994
Michael was 24 when "Friends" premiered
1995
Michael was 25 when "Toy Story" became the first fully computer-animated film
2001
Michael was 31 when Apple introduced the iPod
2026
Passed away January 24, age 55
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Tina Adams 13w

Memorial Hike

We did this hike in your honor, but I would much rather have had you there.

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Mount Washington

You did it! This was such a wonderful day with rare blue skies and perfect conditions. It wasn't easy, but it was worth it.

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Birthday fun!

Texas Roadhouse

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Fun with Mike

Fun Times

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Nashville

Good Times!

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Fun Times

Always fun with Mike!

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