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| | | Steven R. Wegener |  | | Born: 06/25/1954 | | Birth Location: Algona, Iowa | | Death Date: 08/26/2009 | | Death Location:Graettinger, Iowa | | Service: Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 31, 2009 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Graettinger. | | Visitation: The family will greet friends from 2 – 6:00 p.m., Sunday at the church. | | Steven Ray Wegener was born June 25, 1954 in Algona, Iowa the son of Norman and June (Grethen) Wegener. He was confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Graettinger, Iowa, and he was a 1972 graduate of Graettinger Community School.
Steve was united in marriage to Pam Helmich on November 17, 2001 in Las Vegas, NV. Steve farmed in Graettinger and worked for River Valley Telephone. In 1989, Steve left Graettinger for Hawaii where he worked building golf courses with Wadsworth Golf Course Construction for 17 years. Steve traveled to many different states and always made sure his grandchildren and their families had opportunities for great vacations. In 2006, Steve and Pam returned to Graettinger. Steve was worked at the Emmetsburg Building Center.
Steve enjoyed riding his motorcycle, deep sea fishing and taking care of his yard. He loved to spend time with family, friends and especially his grandchildren.
On August 26th, Steve passed away at his home in Graettinger.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Pam of Graettinger; father, Norman of Forest City, IA; daughter, Maggie Wegener of Mason City; two brothers: Terry Wegener (Maryann) of Lake Mills, IA and Bruce Wegener (Marcia) of Allen, TX; sister, Beth Kezar (Mike) of Forest City, IA; three step-daughters: Tara Hansen (Todd) of Spirit Lake, Tanya Louwagie (Thad) of Emmetsburg and Amanda Biddle (Jeremy) of Emmetsburg; mother-in-law: Mary Beschorner of Graettinger; six grandchildren: Ethan and Kaylie Thompson, Cole Hanson, Kyle and Alexis Louwagie and Braxton Biddle.
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| | | Posted at: 09/04/2009 | | By: Kristy Simington | | Pam,
I wanted to extend my sympathy to you. I knew Steve when I was a little girl as I grew up neighbors to his family He was in my brother Kirk's class and my sister Deb also knew him. I recall that Steve always had a joke to tell and then "snickered" at himself after he told it. I don't think that I ever saw him less than "happy about life". He seemed to leave a wonderful impression with whomever he met or was around. Even though your time was cut incredibly short, I know that you will have memories to carry you through. Use them to laugh, cry and heal. My thoughts are with you. |
| | Posted at: 08/31/2009 | | By: Kelly J. Morrow | | Steve and I became friends in 1995 while working in Sun Valley, Idaho together. After riding a borrowed Yamaha on a few trips with Wade Turner and I on our Harleys, Steve decided he wanted a Harley and I was only too hapy to give him a ride to Twin Falls so that he could purchase his own Harley. We had many good times riding together that summer and in Colorado and California.
Steve appreciated the simple pleasures and never showed up at my home without a bottle of Black Velvet for himself, a bottle of Jack Daniels for me, a bottle of wine for my wife, the best steaks or seafood he could find, and something for my kids, who adored him. He once sent me fresh King crab and fresh salmon on dry ice from Anchorage, Alaske to Los Angeles!!
Our feet are still the same, Steve, ride free Brother... |
| | Posted at: 08/31/2009 | | By: Kathy Brandt [Wikert] | | Norman and families, So sorry to hear of your loss..Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Kathy |
| | Posted at: 08/30/2009 | | By: Mike Lyon | | To Pam and Friends and Family,
Sorry to hear we lost a great guy. I worked with Steve for most of those years with Wadsworth and can tell you that he was a great friend and coworker. I also have fond memories of a deep sea fishing trip we took were he ended up catching the biggest fish.He new how to enjoy life and have fun.He will be missed...Respectfully Mike. |
| | Posted at: 08/29/2009 | | By: Mendy Herke | | Dear Pam and family-so very sorry to here of Steve's passing-had a thousand memories of Labor Day and all the fun we had with Steve take care and my thoughts and prayers are with you Mendy |
| | Posted at: 08/28/2009 | | By: douglas thompson | | To the family;may you find comfort in knowing that God is "near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves."(Psalms 34;18) Take care, |
| | Posted at: 08/28/2009 | | By: Pamela Stewart | | Steve will always be alive in my heart. We'll all make a toast for Steve at the next STURGIS BIKE RALLY in South Dakota.
Ride that big HARLEY in the sky!!!!!
Love ya Seve ! Pamela Stewart
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| | Posted at: 08/27/2009 | | By: Tiffany Manwarren & Family | | Thinking of you guys. Our prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. |
| | Posted at: 08/27/2009 | | By: Kay Starkey | | Dear Pam and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Steve\'s passing. He was a great guy and a family friend. I will see you during Labor Day when I can give you a hug, until then know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Speed from Tucson, Arizona.
Love,
Kay |
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