In memoriam: Pastor Carol J. Reed

Carol was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, November 3, 1942. She passed away in her dream home in Coolidge, Arizona, September 16, 2019. She led a fascinating life, and has friends and acquaintances from around the world.

In 2004 Carol purchased a house in Strawberry, Arizona, fully intending to retire there. However, plans changed and she decided to enter seminary and become a pastor with the ELCA. She attended Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa where she received a master's degree.

She was ordained on April 17, 2010. She served in the Grand Canyon Synod prior to going to the Pacifica Synod in late 2014. She served a Bridge Pastor at Gethsemane Lutheran in San Diego prior to her retirement in March of 2019.

All who walked with Pastor Carol over these past few months of her life have been touched by her courage and faithful witness. View Pastor Carol’s memorial website here.

Celebration of Life services 

At Carol's request, a Celebration of Life will be held on November 2nd, 2019 at 11am. Clairemont Lutheran Church, 4271 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117. All are welcome to join us for this celebration.

Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon her.

“The memory of that mischievous twinkle in Carol’s eye will be with us forever.”