Steven Edward Schulze, age 56, of Baraboo, passed away on Monday April 20, 2020 at home, with his wife, Karen and son, Richard by his side. He was born at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo, WI on November 5, 1963 to parents Richard Otto Schulze and Lonita Sharen (Sutton) Schulze.
On December 18, 1981 he and Karen (Schuppener) were married at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in Baraboo. For many years he worked at Pointon Communication in Baraboo as a two-way radio technician.
He was a former president, for 15 years, of Yellow Thunder Amateur Radio Club (YTARC), serving as an active club member for over 35 years. He loved music, being a DJ, and classic cars. He was a member of various Ham Radio clubs, the Baraboo Elks Lodge 688; serving as a Lodge Trustee, and a well-respected member within the community of Baraboo, serving whenever and where ever possible.
Steven was preceded in death by his father, Richard Otto Schulze.
He is survived by his wife, Karen Schulze; son, Richard Schulze; mother, Lonita Sharen Schulze; sister, Beth-Ann Schulze; and step-sister, Jayne Platts.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Bob Garske, W9EWW April 20, 2020
Long time friend Poynette , Wisconsin
We all lost a great family member, Ham Radio Operator, and dear friend. Our hearts go out to Karen and family. The Nov. 5th birthday club will miss him always. Bob andJan Garske
Richard G. Wegner April 22, 2020
Friend NORTH FREEDOM , Wisconsin
I will miss him he was a very good person!!
Tom Yager, N9TRY April 21, 2020
Friend Portage , Wisconsin
My deepest sympathies are going out to Steve's family for his untimely passing. We will all be praying for you in this time of need. We are all blessed just to have known Steve and each one of us are richer for it.
Joe and Linda Mayenschein April 21, 2020
Friend La Valle , Wisconsin
Our condolences go out to the family of Steves. We knew Steve from the Ham radio Club and friendship. He will be very much be missed.
Jean A Fay April 28, 2020
Friend/Co-worker Baraboo , Wisconsin
So Sorry for your loss, I am and have been thinking of your family. Steve was so awesome to work with he will be missed.