Michael A. Revelli
Oct. 24, 1949-Jan. 30, 2026
Livermore, California
Michael A. Revelli, lovingly known as Mike, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on January 30, 2026. He was born on October 24, 1949, in Oakland, California, to Charles Edward Revelli and Shirley Addie (Archambault) Revelli.
Mike grew up in the Oakland hills and graduated from Skyline High School in 1967. He went on to pursue his passion for science, studying Physical Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1971. He continued his academic journey at the University of California, Santa Barbara, receiving his Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on Laser Spectroscopy in 1976. After completing his doctorate, Mike accepted a postdoctoral position in the Chemistry Department at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and moved to Livermore. That same year, he met his future wife, JoAnne (Rodrigues) Revelli, who also worked at LLNL in the Supercomputing Center. They were married in September 1983 in Berkeley, California.
Mike dedicated more than 40 years of his professional life to LLNL. His career included several years working on the Yucca Mountain Project in Nevada, followed by working in the Environmental Department’s Waste Management Program. He retired in 2017, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, integrity, and scientific excellence. Even after retirement, Mike continued his involvement with LLNL through the Public Affairs Science Outreach Program. In this role, he found great joy in sharing his love of science with elementary school students at LLNL’s Discovery Center, inspiring curiosity and wonder in young minds. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Mike had a deep appreciation for wine and enjoyed applying his chemistry background to another lifelong passion. He began with home winemaking and later worked alongside several Livermore winemakers, learning the craft and savoring the fruits of his labor.
Mike is survived by his beloved wife, JoAnne Revelli; his daughter, Kristyn Tran; son-in-law, Quang Tran; and granddaughters, Sutton and Sofia Tran. He is also survived by his brothers, Tom Revelli (Robin) and Peter Revelli (Vera); his sister, Nancy Elam (David); and several loving nieces and nephews. A Vigil Service will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. (with Rosary at 6:30 p.m.) at Graham-Hitch Mortuary, 4167 First Street, Pleasanton. A Funeral Mass will follow on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1415 Lomitas Avenue, Livermore. (Note: the funeral mass will be Live-streamed on the St. Charles website). In lieu of flowers and in recognition of Michael’s passion for Science and Education, the family invites memorial gifts to: The Livermore Lab Foundation, Stem Fellowships and Student Research: https://livermorelabfoundation.app.neoncrm.com/forms/6 or The Pedrozzi Foundation: https://pedrozzifoundation.org/donate/
