Reed’s Story

Site created on July 15, 2023

Welcome to our CaringBridge website. We are using it to keep family and friends updated in one place about Reed's illnesses, and how to help the Schulke family as they are caregiving for him at home. We appreciate your support and words of hope and encouragement. Thank you for visiting.

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Journal entry by Angela Abdo

Just a note about the Celebration of Life for Reed on Saturday:

At King's 46, there will be light snacks and beverages served from 12-3pm.
After, at the Schulkes home, there will be catered food for all starting at 3pm.


Additionally, here is a link to Reed's obituary: https://thepetersonchapel.com/reed-schulke/

Reed Schulke
May 22, 1958 – September 2, 2023

Reed Schulke, 65, of Maple Lake, Minnesota, concluded his 2 year journey with FTD and ALS on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023. Reed was born on May 22nd, 1958 to Janice and Richard Schulke, spending most of his childhood in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He married MariBeth Eckerman on September 3rd, 1983 and raised three children in Eden Prairie, MN. Reed is survived by his spouse (MariBeth), children, (Aaron, Rob, Lauren and Connor), parents, (Richard and Janice Schulke), and sister, (Jeri Lynn Schulke). Reed was very active in the community, including his various roles with Eden Prairie Players and the Ramsey Lake lake association.  Reed and his family, including their three dogs, were able to fulfill their lifelong dream of moving out to a lake house for the last 7 years, enjoying many evenings where he held the title of Pontoon Captain. His passions included performing in comedy groups, contributing to all facets of community theater, and being an ever Supportive Parent.

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