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Steve A. DWYER

1956 - 2014

Steve A. DWYER obituary, 1956-2014, Springfield, IL

BORN

1956

DIED

2014

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Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

1109 South 5th Street

Springfield, Illinois

Steve DWYER Obituary

Steve A. Dwyer

SPRINGFIELD, IL - Steve A. Dwyer, 58, died at 10:54 a.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2014, at his home in Springfield.

He was born March 7, 1956, in Wood River, to Paul E. and Delores Lawson Dwyer. He married Laura M. Leach on Sept. 2, 1975, and she survives.

Also surviving are three daughters: Angela (Jim) Cooper, Katie (Adam) Sheraden and Casey (fiancé, Dave Ostrowsky) Dwyer, all of Springfield; one son, Stephen (fiancée, Rachael Stocks) Dwyer of Edinburg; seven grandchildren: Addy, Drew, Brady, Wesley, Jake, Owen and Hadley; one brother, Randy (Patsy) Dwyer of Springfield; mother-in-law, Patricia Leach of Rochester; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Michael Dwyer and his father-in-law, Lum Leach.

Steve was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He worked at IDOT for 20 years most recently as a Highway Systems Manager

He was the Timekeeper for Rochester High School football games since the inception of the program. He enjoyed going to all his children's and grandchildren's games, never missing a game. His pastimes included crocheting, baking, fishing, and being with his family.

Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, July 30, 2014, at Staab Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: Noon, Thursday, July 31, 2014, at Staab Funeral Home with the Rev. Dean Probst officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery where Sangamon County Inter-Veteran's Burial Detail and the U.S. Air Force will conduct military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Central Illinois Blood Bank.

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Published by The State Journal-Register from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2014.
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To the Dwyer family, I want you to know your husband, father and grandfather has not been forgotten. I think of Steve often and was very glad that I got to know and was able to have a work-friendship. What a wonderful man! I still have work notes that I would have to send him once a year to remind him how to do a task. I can't bring myself to delete them.

Wendy Sheppard

Work

July 28, 2022

Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your husband/father's passing....you are all in our thoughts and prayers!!

David & Julie Bowlby

August 4, 2014

Laura, I'm so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I know how strong your love for each other was. You're in my prayers sweet friend. I love you.

Dawn Carvalho

August 2, 2014

Laura,

My heart goes out to you. I know it is very hard on you and your family. Please know you are loved by your kids and the love you have will get you all through this hard time. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Patty Greene

July 31, 2014

Dearest Laura and family... Words can't express how sorry I am to hear of Steve's passing. Sending my love and prayers to you and your family. May the Lord wrap His arms around each of you as you go through this most difficult time. Love you, Kari and Calvin Mabus

July 30, 2014

Laura sorry to hear about the loss of Steve. You and your family are in my prayers.

Crystal Bell

July 30, 2014

Laura & family: We're truly very sorry to hear the news about Steve. May your many wonderful memories comfort you all, during this very difficult time in your lives. Please accept our deepest and most sincere sympathy. We'll be remembering you all in our daily thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Steve!

Tom & Nora Klein

July 29, 2014

Lori and Family,
So Sorry to read of Steve's passing. I remember when you all would come over to Gayle Larson's on Dover. We lived next door. And then you became a cook at Laketown School. Just remember Steve as being a very nice person. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to all of you
Margy Robb
Warner Robins, GA

Margy Robb

July 29, 2014

Laura & Family,Steve was an absolute sweet heart and will be sorely missed by all.

Bob & Peggy Bono

July 29, 2014

Dear Laura & Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss words just can't describe. I know exactly what your going through and it's hard, but just remember the good times shared with him and know he is still with you and may god give you the strength you need to get through these hard times. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Paige Harris

July 29, 2014

Dear Laura & Family
I am so sorry for your loss and words just can't even describe. I know exactly what you are going through and it's very hard, but you just have to remember the good times you shared and know that he is still with you and may god give you the strength you need to get through these hard times.

Paige Harris

July 29, 2014

Dear Laura and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss words just can't describe. I know exactly what you are going through and it's hard, but you just have to remember the moments you all shared and know that he is still with you and may god be with you and give you the strength you need to get through these hard times.

Paige Harris

July 29, 2014

Steve, so very sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Sharon Davidsmeyer

July 29, 2014

Laura and family,
We are so very sorry. Our hearts go out to you and your family during this most difficult time. Steve was a great person and will be missed by so many that loved him. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Don & Becky Honigman

July 29, 2014

Laura and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. He has left a big void in your life but I hope all the beautiful memories each of you have help you through your grief. I know that no words said will make your pain go away. Steve was a good person and will be missed by many.

Cathy Hunter

July 29, 2014

Laura, I am so sorry to hear about Steve. He was a great person and I know he will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

July 29, 2014

Randy & Family:

I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Lynn Koskey

July 29, 2014

Angela and family, I am so sorry for your loss! Thinking of your family during this very difficult time.

Tami Schilling

July 29, 2014

Laura and family, I am so truly sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was one of the kindest people I've ever met. I worked with Steve at IDOT in the Vehicle Permit Office. He called me sunshine. I can't say enough kind things about him. He truly will be missed by all who knew him. Heaven has gained another angel. May God bless you all and keep you in his care.

Wanda Hatchett

July 29, 2014

Laura & kids,
I am so sorry for your loss!! Everytime you see a butterfly or ladybug that will be Steve stopping by to say I love you!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Love to you all!!

Connie Leach

July 29, 2014

Casey I'm sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers are being sent to you and your family.

Tom Birdsell

July 29, 2014

To the Dwyer Family, Steve will be greatly missed by all. I will especially miss Steve's and my short little conversations between the parking lot and the IDOT building catching up on what is going on and the family. As you know, he was a big sweetheart. RIP Steve...

Wendy Sheppard

July 29, 2014

I am very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I was privileged to have worked with Steve in the Permit Office at IDOT. He was always there when I was first learning the system & he always helped his fellow Permit Writers. I know he will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

Carroll

July 29, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I worked with him at IDOT and we are losing a great guy.

Lisa Vincent

July 29, 2014

Laura and family.
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I worked with Steve at IDOT in the Vehicle Permit Office. Steve was nice to work with and he was always so kind. I am sure he will be missed by all.

Mabel Martin., Sherman, Il.

Mabel Martin

July 28, 2014

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