Luke Gerald Reed

December 06, 1956 - February 15, 2026

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Luke Gerald Reed

Luke Gerald Reed, 69, of Raleigh, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

Born on December 6, 1956, in Poughkeepsie, New York, Luke was the son of Luke C. Reed Jr. and Carol Callahan Reed. He graduated from Arlington High School in 1975 and earned his Associate of Arts degree from Hudson Valley Community College. Luke built a successful career in corporate security, holding leadership roles at IBM, Solectron, Lenovo, and First Solar, where he served as Global Security Director. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a deeply loving grandfather.

Luke loved deeply and lived fully—whether cheering on the New York Giants, encouraging his children from the sidelines at a track meet or soccer game, or sharing laughter and stories with friends. Some of his happiest moments were the simplest: bike rides at Hilton Head, reminiscing about old times, or playing with his grandchildren.

He lived a life marked by patience, fairness, calm, and kindness. Ever ready with a gentle word of wisdom—“patience is a virtue” or “always take the high road”—Luke embodied the values he cherished. His steady strength, quiet wisdom, and generous spirit left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

Luke is survived by his beloved wife, Laura Reed; his daughter and son-in law, Teresa and Chris Carver; his son and daughter-in-law, Lieutenant Colonel Michael and Theresa Reed; and five cherished grandchildren: Emerson, Scout, Kennedy, Weston, and Cal.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. at Renaissance Funeral Home, 7615 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27615. The family also invites friends to join them for an upcoming Walk to Defeat Dementia in April. For more information and to register, please visit this site and use Join a Team, “Humble man. Big love.– Team Luke”

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org/.

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20 Feb

Memorial Service

03:30 PM

Renaissance Funeral Home 7615 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27615 Get Directions »
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  • Peace & Serenity Dishgarden

    Lloyd Tinker sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Luke Gerald Reed - February 19, 2026

    We are so sorry for your loss. He is at peace now. Lloyd and Nancy Tinker

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    Bryan Lee sent Ocean Devotion for Luke Gerald Reed - February 19, 2026

    Our deepest condolences to you and the family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, the Lee Family

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    Blair Bumgarner sent Sweet Moments for Luke Gerald Reed - February 19, 2026

    Bigs hugs and prayers to Teresa, Peep, and family. So sorry for your loss. Much love. Cousin Blair, Neil, Will and Elliot

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  • March 03, 2026

    I knew Luke from back in junior and senior high school. We played football and were in Boy Scouts together. One time we were camping at Hunter Falls, I think, and I slipped on wet rocks and thought I was going over the falls. Luke was the one who reached out and helped me back up. He totally downplayed it but it's a memory I still hold all these years later. We spoke a while ago and talked about my dad who was our scout leader and had made a lasting impression on Luke. You will be missed friend.

  • February 24, 2026

    I remember Luke form High School exactly as described in his obituary. He was a kind, fair, caring person. I am sorry for your loss. I am happy to read that he had such a rewarding life surrounded by loving people. He deserved it all. Libby Case

  • February 20, 2026

    We so wish we could have been there to celebration Luke's life, but I was unable to travel because of recent surgery! Met Luke & Laura after they moved into our Wrenwood in Monclova Twp., Ohio neighborhood! We were just one of the couples that were blessed with Laura's gift to cook & entertain...Then there was Luke's gentle, sweet all accepting personality with his sense humor always present when you got to know him! We cherished our friendship with Luke & Laura and spent many years after they moved from Ohio, traveling to their homes, friend's homes, family homes and vacation spots in Florida, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Michigan...the Lord orchestrated our meeting back in 2009 and we were truly blessed by our special friendship in Luke and will truly miss him!!! Love and Prayers to Laura and all of their wonderful family!❤️🙏✝️

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    February 20, 2026

    Laura and family, We consider ourselves fortunate to have known Luke for almost 40 years. He was always a gentle man with a wonderful sense of humor. I can still her him singing Fewwings...the Chinese spin on the song Feelings he heard while doing security at the Olympics. So many fun memories with our kids and family time. Heaven gained a good one. Mary and Bob

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    February 19, 2026

    The night he took me to a bar on my 18th birth day....Luke tought me life lessons that I couldn't figure out by my self. ... Luke was a good man with strong family values. He could make humor out of most situations. A leader of man. Luke never backed down from a challange. He's my brother-- Luke Reed- Jeff.

  • February 19, 2026

    I meet Luke through my husband. Luke had an easy spirit that made you feel welcomed and inclusive. We will never forget his gentle nature nor signature smile. Until we meet again, Luke. Our condolences and love to you and the family, Laura. God bless. Gail West

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    February 18, 2026

    I had the honor of working with Luke from 2002-2007 at Solectron and I don't believe that you can find a better example of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to always do the right thing. He adored his family and often had to be encouraged to take time off to spend quality time in lieu of working 24X7. May you rest in the peace of the risen lord and bring peace and comfort to Laura and the family.

  • February 18, 2026

    Luke and I met back in the 1980s while we both worked at IBM. Luke had made his way down from Poughkeepsie New York to actually take my old position in finance at IBM as I was transitioning into a different position. Luke was one of the kindest sweetest natured people I've ever known, anybody who knew Luke valued that friendship. Our working relationship led to our families interactions, his wife Laura was the absolute perfect match for Luke, they truly complimented each other. Luke was always proud of his wife and children Michael and Teresa, they have both been successful in their careers and personal lives and Luke was most proud of them and would tell me how they were doing over the years never in a boastful way but in a proud loving way. I feel so blessed to have had Luke in my life and I'll certainly miss him but I know he's with the Lord while his friends and family will miss him this is not a permanent separation we'll see each other again one day, for now so long old friend. Love and respect to you and your family, you're fully restored in the Lord now. -David West

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