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Steven Fristoe Obituary
Born on Feb. 10, 1949, to Irene and Olis Fristoe in Klamath Falls, Ore., Steven grew up here and graduated from Klamath Union High School in 1967. He joined the U.S. Army in July 1967 and served proudly from October 1968 to February 1970 in Company A, Aviation Battalion of the 1st Infantry Division in Vietnam.
His first marriage brought two beautiful daughters, Stephanie and Hiedi. He re-married in 2007 to his best friend of 16 years, Paule Wassam. Steven worked various jobs in the U.S. Army and was a recruiter in Redding, Calif., for a few years in the 1980s. During his time in the Guards, he worked various jobs and finished his working days with 15 years as a working foreman at Macco Metal Buildings in California.
He enjoyed motorcycles and made two trips to Canada on his BMW alongside his best bud, Peter Vanish. They also toured the Western United States. Steven was fascinated with flying and worked with and flew in helicopters during his service in Vietnam. He started taking flying lessons in his late 1950s. He loved music from the 1960s and old classic movies. He was also a fan of boats of all kinds and classic cars. He had a great collection of pelicans (GO KUHS!!). He also loved doing random acts of kindness.
Steven was predeceased by his parents and his sisters Kristen Edgar and Lynn Wirfs. He is survived by his wife of four years, Paula Fristoe; his daughters Stephanie Fristoe and Hiedi Fristoe; his grandchildren Kristen, Zane and Sean Fristoe and Brandon Hartley; his brother-in-law Michael Wirfs and wife Phyllis; his nephew Matt Wirfs; and several cousins.
He was a wonderful and dedicated husband and father. He had a great sense of humor and was always fun to be around. He will be missed by his friends and relatives, who all loved him dearly.
Steven has gone home, into God's embrace, but he will be in our hearts forever.
Services will be at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery in Igo, Calif., on March 30 at 11:30 a.m. Family and friends will be welcomed.
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Marianne
February 22, 2025
Our good friend and most thoughtful person will not be forgotten in my heart.
Shirley Eatwell
March 27, 2011
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He is now with the lord and he is not in pain. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Keep his love in your heart.
stephanie fristoe
March 27, 2011
my dad was a man who was had a lot to learn from. astrology..gold panning..fishing..water skiing..the list goes on. he was a proud man of his work and accomplishments.
he was a very loved man and will be missed by many.
i didnt just loose my father i lost my best friend. gone but not forgotten.
i love you daddy.
Dave Richey
March 13, 2011
Steve's uplifting spirit and crazy-fun attitude will be missed by all who knew and loved him!
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Duane and Kathy Sickert
March 12, 2011
Kathy and I had some really great times and many a laugh with Steve. We will never forget his laugh!
We loved Steve and he was our true-blue and steadfast friend.
\Hiedi Fristoe
March 9, 2011
My dad was funny, carring. I will remember watching the stars and learning about rocks and taking the rafting triprs down the Sacromento river with my dad Or taking a ride on the bike. . He will be missed by me and his grandsons Zane and Sean. I Love you Daddy.
Lorretta Olmstead
March 8, 2011
Steve, we will always hold you in our hearts. You and Paule had such a special love. I know you will gather the angels around you and watch over her. We will miss your goofy humor and your wonderful spirit.
Curt Christensen
March 8, 2011
I always enjoyed Steve's company. He was interesting, interested, and he was a genuinely kind person. I only regret that I didn't get to know him better.
Brent & Patti Zumalt
March 8, 2011
God Bless. I'm sorry to hear about Steve but now he is in peace. Our prayers are with you.
Linda Nafie
March 8, 2011
I will always remember the guy with the great laugh and smile. The caring and giving guy. That was you Steven E.
Until we see you again in Heaven I will think of you when I see a motorcycle pass by or a pelican on the beach.
Patsy Laam
March 6, 2011
It's a comfort to know my dear friend is at peace. The ones we love are never gone. You'll live within my heart forever.
The McLaughlin Family
March 5, 2011
Steve was a great person, friend, and neighbor to our family. He will be missed dearly. It is of great comfort to know that he is in heaven with the Lord. Our prayers are that the Lord comfort and support Paule at this time of mourning the loss of her best friend and husband. We pray also for Steve's family, that they will find comfort in knowing that their loved one is in heaven at peace.
Scotty Kelley
March 5, 2011
I worked with Steven at Walmart in Anderson, and being from ALabama he used to call me "Forrest Gump"! I enjoyed talking with Steven and considered him a friend. I was in the Navy but spent time on an army base he said he served on years before which gave us more in common. I am sorry for the family's loss and will pray for you all. ~Scotty Kelley Red Bluff, CA
Rosa Enriquez
March 5, 2011
He was a amazing person....i am truely sad... i worked with him and he was so funny! always made my day!
Candy & Tammy
March 3, 2011
Tammy and I will really miss him being our mail man and funny man and the meat on the BBQ. He was a good BBQ guy. We might be sad now but the thought of him makes us smile. Love you most Paule.
Jim Young
March 3, 2011
Steve's sense of humor and outlook on life will be greatly missed.
Gerry Germany
March 2, 2011
Paule, it must be of great comfort to you to have had the lasting friendship and love of Steven. I wish I could change the present circumstances, but as it most things in life I know you will understand its meaning with the passage of time.
My thoughts and prayers are for both of you as you travel forward on the path ahead of you. Steven will always be with, and part of you.
Lara Meduri
March 2, 2011
I was fortunate enough to know Steve through my Aunt Paule. Steve gave my husband and me one of our most beloved wedding gifts. A Vietnamese tile that he acquired during his tour to Vietnam. Steve’s generosity, sensitivity and thoughtfulness touched our hearts. I know that with that gift were many memories. It meant so much to me personally as I was an orphan in Vietnam. I feel honored to have known such a wonderful man.
mike leggett
March 2, 2011
i worked with steve at mac-co for many years he was a good person i am sorry for your loss
March 2, 2011
Steven always had the best ideas for the most fun.
He took me on my first motorcycle ride.
Rest in peace, my dear friend.
Marianne Vanish, Silverton, BC, Cansda
Sarah Christensen
March 1, 2011
I love my uncle Steven so much. He brought so much love into my auntie's life, and he always treated me as a friend would. I looked up to him for his service to our country, and I loved his sense of humor. He was sensitive and loving, a true humanitarian, and I will miss him very much. I take comfort that he is in paradise with the creator.
Christina Christensen
March 1, 2011
Stevie was my "brother" and a great friend. We shared many laughs and sorrows. We miss him and his great sense of humor. I am comforted only by knowing he is with the Lord and has no pain.
John Durbin
March 1, 2011
You have been a great friend for a long time and you will be missed. Take care my friend.
Richard Hall
March 1, 2011
Steve served his country with honor. We are all grateful for his time in the Army and National Guard. He knew what it meant to be a leader and how to take care of his soldiers. God Bless.
Jim Phillips
March 1, 2011
I'm sorry to hear that Steve passed away. I always considered him to be a friend and God Bless.
Brown Family
February 28, 2011
We were so blessed to have met you. We will never forget your kindess. Dance with the Lord now.
Mike Wirfs
February 28, 2011
Steve was a very special person and the only brother I ever had. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. And we all will be there for you, Paule.
Sandie Tillery
February 28, 2011
What great love Steve had for Paule...a love story to rival any romance novel. And what a man of passion for his God as he depended upon Him throughout the trial he and Paule faced in this last year! We will miss him, too.
Dina (McNemar) Kalmbach
February 28, 2011
My heart breaks for you Paule. Steve was a wonderful man and a great friend. I really enjoyed working with Steve all those years at Mac-Co and always felt safe and protected when he was around. My dad, John, and my uncles Don and Jim all loved Steve. He will be missed.
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