Mike is predeceased by his parents Gerald and Phyllis Barrette. He is survived by his sister Janet Simonds and brother Paul Barrette (Dana), and many nieces and nephew and extended family.
Mike taught at St. Lawrence College for 27 years. He enjoyed traveling with his family, reading, talking sports with his brother and loved his pets dearly.
The family will have a private interment at Glenhaven Memorial Gardens.