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1952
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2011
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Steven Weil Obituary
Steve grew up in Winnetka, Ill., with his sisters, Sally DeForest and Nancy Castino, and step-siblings, Andie Sheaffer, Fran Anderson and Robert Bartholomay. An Eagle Scout and avid pursuer of mischief, he graduated from New Trier East High School in 1970 and attended several years of college in New Jersey.
Steve moved out West to continue his study of skiing, eventually finding Bozeman, and he never left. He met his future wife, Janice Kaye Frise, in Jackson Hole, Wyo., and they were married in June 1977. They raised their son, Matthew Steven Weil, together in Bozeman until Janice passed away in 1988. Through the generous help of numerous family and friends, Steve continued to raise Matt as a single parent through high school and was proud to see him off to college in 2000.
An ardent supporter of Bozeman High athletics for many years, even after Matt had long since gone on to college, Steve also supported the Special Olympics through athlete coaching and area games coordination. Whether cheering the MSU Bobcats in person or watching his Chicago Bears on TV, Steve was a passionate sports fan and was always ready to talk about the latest stats. A loyal Universal Athletic employee for over 35 years, Steve was humbled to receive the Dick Harte award in 2010 in recognition of his service to the company and his commitment to others. Those who know him best would agree that over the last few years he has been exceedingly happy with Debbi Tysse by his side, having recently returned from a week-long family reunion in South Carolina.
Steve is survived by his son, Matthew (Paige); his sister, Sally (Richard) and her children, Paul (Joanne) and Sara; and his sister, Nancy and her children, Steven (Brooke), Timothy, and Kelly.
He is preceded in death by his mother and father, and by his wife.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29, at Hope Lutheran Church.
In lieu of flowers, Steve would appreciate donations made in his name to Special Olympics of Montana (www.somt.org).
Arrangements are in the care of Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service; www.dokkennelson.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Weil
Nancy Ullman House
October 5, 2011
Nanny, I am stunned and so sorry to hear about Steve. I wish I could be there with you now. Our prayers and love are with you now and always. Nancy Ullman House
Ann and Fred Ullman
October 4, 2011
We Ullmans couldn't be more shocked and saddened by your and our great loss. We have many happy memories of all the Weils and are grateful for all our good times together. Please know that we are thinking of you now and just wish we could be more helpful. Much love Ann and Fred
Jessica Anderson
October 4, 2011
Sally, Nan and Matt,
I just heard about Steve yesterday and was stunned. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I so enjoyed seeing him a few years ago in Wisconsin and missed catching up in Las Vegas last year. My thoughts are with you, and I hope I will get a chance to see all of you at Aunt Peg's 90th in February. Fondly Jessie Jones Anderson
Jennifer Frise
October 3, 2011
Matt and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. It was very sad to hear about Uncle Steve's passing. Although I did not see him much, I remember how warm, caring, and happy he was. I appreciate all he did for Grandma and he will be greatly missed!
Jennifer Frise and family
Debbie Olson-Sevier
October 3, 2011
Steve was friendly to many people he knew and met through Special Olympics. He always had time for us Easterners. His shining smile will be missed.
October 3, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss, Steve was a very nice man. You will be in our thoughts & prayers.
The Buckmaster Families
Todd Levine
October 1, 2011
All of Steve's friends at Alleson Athletic will miss his warm personality and friendship. We always enjoyed working with him and will miss seeing him at the TAG Shows! Always enjoyed talking about Northwestern U and defending the Mildcats:). We wish his family the warmest wishes and know that we will miss him too.
Regards,
Alleson Athletic
Meredith Pollock
September 30, 2011
BTW It's Meredith. Sorry again for your loss.
Meredith Pollock
September 30, 2011
Dear Matt,
You gave your dad such loving care and I know that you meant the world to him. My family and I had only met him once Matt, and that was at you & Paige's wedding. I had the honor of dancing with him there, this will be one memory that I will cherish.
kathy pattee-foster
September 30, 2011
Matt,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a very special person. It was certainly
my good fortune to have known him and to have your family a part of the Monforton
School family. Please know
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 30, 2011
Matt & family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I worked with your dad at UAS for 16 yrs and he was a great guy. He was so proud of you, Matt. He will be greatly missed!!
God Bless you and yours,
Stephanie Poulin, Belgrade Montana
Marc Schnake
September 29, 2011
Matt, Nan & Sal, Remembering Steve! What a great guy & friend! I will always remember great times in high school, basketball at the Community House, Camp Douglas Smith, living together in Jackson (Frank, too), visiting Steve & Janice in the "old schoolhouse" home, visiting Steve & Matt with our family in the loghouse home, visits on the phone talking up our Chicago teams! Steve will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Marc & Kathi Schnake, Loveland, Colorado
Susan Frise
September 29, 2011
To Matt & Paige: my sincere, deepest sympathy for your loss. I feel deeply for you. Steve's care for my mother, especially after the recent loss of my father, was so greatly appreciated. He was also a really great uncle to my daughter, Jessica. Her grief is big. He will be missed by too many people.
His sister-in-law, Susan Frise
Laura Crist
September 29, 2011
Knowing that Steve enjoyed mischeif it seems fitting that he would come into the world suddenly and leave the same way. We're so sorry for the loss of your awesome Dad, Steve. He really was one of the kind of guys you hope everyone can grow up to be like. So kind, thoughtful and genuine. Please know that you are in many thoughts and prayers. Go Bears! Sincerely, Laura Tengelsen Crist and her family
September 29, 2011
Steve was a wonderful person and friend. I worked with him for many years at Camp Douglas Smith and spent many hours in the trip hut with him. My sympathies to your family and Sally and Nan. Peace. Buck Warhover
September 29, 2011
May the memories of how wonderful your father was aid you in your healing process. You and your family are in our prayers
September 29, 2011
To Steve's Family, I am so sorry to hear about Steve. He was a wonderful person and friend. I wish so much I could be there to pay my respects to an old, very dear friend. I will always cherish the memories of the time spent with Steve and Janice. My heart felt sympathies are with you all. Deb Carter-Drain
Ed Koczorowski
September 29, 2011
To Matt, Paige and their family: My deepest sympathy for the loss of a great father, sibling and friend. I know from the stories I've heard from Matt and Paige what a really wonderful man he was. My prayers are with you.
September 29, 2011
Hey Universal cowboy coming off the trail, you were a partner with a passion, you made a difference in the world, you had the Universal spirit down inside! We will miss you! Rick and Connie Smith, Phoenix AZ
Ronald Marx
September 28, 2011
Steve was an awesome man. Always friendly, with a hand shake and a smile. Was super kind to my two kids, Mary and Patrick. For that I am greatful.
Also, the guy followed my basketball team last season, Shields Valley Rebels. He knew more of my players stats than I did!
Quite a guy,and will be very much missed.
Carolyn Bailey
September 28, 2011
To the Weil family , we are so sad to hear about Steve he was such a wonderful guy . We wish we could be there to pay our respects and offer our support . We love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you , Carolyn castino Bailey , Ken Bailey , Taylor ,kendahl and kamma
Kristie Shifflette
September 28, 2011
Matt, the Shifflette family sends our most sincere sympathies. Your dad was such a unique, wonderful individual - I love hearing the stories about his and mom's young high school love! He will be deeply msised, especially by the Bozeman community. Please let us know if we can help in any way. Lots of love, Kristie (Hunt) and Matt Shifflette
Jackie Claunch
September 28, 2011
Steve was a wonderful person. I was blessed to get to know him while working at UAS in Bozeman. His family and all of his friends and co-workers at UAS will be in my prayers. I know he has touched all of your lives so greatly...he will be truely missed.
Patricia McMillen
September 28, 2011
To the family and other survivors of Steve Weil - I am so very sorry to hear of this untimely death. His memory is a blessing for all who knew him, from grade school on up. May you all be comforted by memories of happier times, and by the memorial service tomorrow - I wish I could be there. Patricia McMillen (formerly of Winnetka, IL...one of those childhood friends)
Greg and Jeanene Brandt
September 28, 2011
We have only recently gotten to know Steve when he has been in Lake City to visit his mother-in-law, Muriel, our neighbor. Steve's caring and compassion for Muriel made such an impression on us that we have come to appreciate him so much. He is an amazing person and we are so saddened to hear of his death. He will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve's family during this difficult time.
September 28, 2011
Steve's Family:
I enjoyed Steve while working together so many years ago at UAS, although we didn't see each other often in recent years the friendship was still there when our paths did cross. I will miss him, our prayers are with you all.
Mark & Kaye Blair Billings, MT
September 28, 2011
To Steve's family: such sad news! he spent many hours in my house while he was at New Trier and it was so good to see him at Sarah's Hunt's wedding in Jackson and again, at Matt's graduation. He'll always be a part of our family.
Joanne Shepard (Vicky Hunt's mother) Evanston, Il.
Sheila Feenstra
September 28, 2011
Dear Matt and family
We send you our deepest sympathy, May God bless you as your memories fill your minds and hearts. Sending our love to you and your family---The Feenstra's
Bob Cook
September 28, 2011
You were such a special friend and person. You will be missed by everyone that ever knew you.
September 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vicky Shepard Hunt
September 28, 2011
Matt, Sal and Nan,
Steve will always have a place in my heart as my friend and rock for 43 years. I know your grief must be overwhelming and you've been down this road too often. I'm glad he was happy. My thoughts and tears are with you.
Vicky
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