On Wednesday, December 12, 2018 John Reed Setlich passed away at the age of 61. Reed was born August 12, 1957 in St. Louis, Missouri to Andrew and Emma Jane (Thiebaud) Setlich.

After graduating high school Reed moved to Florida to train and work as an electrician and construction worker. Upon returning to St. Louis he set up his own electrical company which thrived for 30 years.

Reed was also a highly talented craftsman and artist. He found inspiration in a great variety of media, especially exotic woods that he turned into whimsical, beautiful art. He was known and loved for his many talents, quirky humor, and adventurous spirit.

Reed is survived by his loving mother Jane, brothers Mark and Rand, sisters Susan and Lisa, dearest friend Alice, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and many cousins and friends. He touched and enriched all of our lives. Reed will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him so dearly.

A Celebration of Reed’s Life will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2019 from 1:00 to 4:00 at St. Louis Elk’s Lodge #9, 12481 Ladue Road, Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141.

Voluntary donations may be made to a local Children’s Charity of choice, since Reed was always a child at heart, forever playful and creative, or to cancer research at American Cancer Society in honor of Reed Setlich.