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Steve Bellm Obituary
Steve L. Bellm
He was born July 1, 1947 in Seattle, WA to William and Wilma (nee Lauterbach) Bellm. He grew up in Yakima, graduated from Snohomish High School, and attended college in Central Washington. He served in the U.S. Army for four years stationed in Germany. He was honorably discharged in 1973. He married Ann (Erickson) in 1974 and was father to her children, Rondell, James, and BrandyJo. In 1976 they moved to Alaska and he made his permanent home in Anchorage. He loved the people, fishing, the majestic beauty, and the vast frontier.
Steve worked for Enstar Natural Gas for 31 years, retiring in 2008 as field measurement technician. He was honored to serve many of those years as union shop steward.
He was a loving son, brother and loyal friend, always generous, and caring. He was a gourmet cook and friends and family were treated often. He will be greatly missed.
Survived by mother, Wilma Harrell; sisters, Melanie Bellm and Colleen Tokuno (Steve); daughters, BrandyJo Edelen (Rob), and Rondell Gonzalez (Greg); honorary son, Scott Beach; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Snohomish, WA on March 26, 2011, 1 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Bellm
February 15, 2025
Thinking of you Steve. I’m envisioning you and Carol playing cards, having a grand old time, as usual.
Vito & Natalie Romano
March 21, 2011
A big heart to go with that big smile. You will be missed. Our prayers are with your family.
....Grampa got a fishing buddy.
BJ Hollenbeck
March 20, 2011
Steve helped train me when I came to the company 7 yrs ago. I saw a surprisingly patient, giving side to him. We stayed in touch, exchanging jokes, political jabs and medical information. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to his family.
Jessica Edelen
March 18, 2011
Thank you mom and Aunt coline for everything. We will all miss him every day but will continue to live in our hearts. I love you grandpa Steve; you were one of the best men in my life.
Carol Ann McCamant
March 18, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Steve for 17 years as well as having him as a friend. h is missed already. My heart goes out to his family & loved ones.
Ann Smith
March 18, 2011
Steve's Family
He will be missed and not soon forgotten. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. (Psalms 23:6)
Carla Smith
March 17, 2011
To the family of Steve-
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that time dulls the pain and good memories brighten your days. May you find joy in the promise of seeing Steve again soon. (Isaiah 26:19, Psalms 37:29)
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