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Steven Timothy Cheney Leslie Steven Timothy Cheney died Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at the age of 45. He was born on May 15, 1967 to Richard and Sydney (Briggs) Cheney in Mason, MI. His children were his five nephews and nieces who he adored and for whom he frequently acknowledged tremendous pride. He gathered the family together most Saturday mornings for breakfast, time for which we are grateful. Steve was a "land man" for the oil and gas leasing industry, an avid hunter, gardener, political commentator, generous giver of laughter and gifts, harmonica player, collector of antiques and friend to many. In addition to his parents, Steve is survived by his sister Denise (Jerry) Schaffer and her children Christopher and Sarah, as well as brother, Dave (Laura) Cheney and their children, Hannah, Rita, and Hayden. The family will receive visitors from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, April 5, and hold a memorial service on Saturday, April 6 at 1 p.m., at Mason Community Church, 100 E. Columbia Street, Mason, MI 48854. Contributions may be made the charity of your choice in memory of Steve.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2013.

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Ken & Jeanne Moore

April 20, 2013

Very sorry to hear you have lost Steve. He was a fine young man. Always had a wave and a smile. Our thoughts are with the entire Cheney family.

Jerry & Shirley Wilcox

April 13, 2013

To the Cheney Family,

We are deeply sorry to learn of your son's passing. May you find the strength to carry you through your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

April 11, 2013

Robert Secord 749 Princeton ave lansing mi 48915 are thoughts and prayers are with the family

Don, Phyllis, & Aaron Dickinson

April 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry to hear of your loss.

Joseph (Joe) Robinson

April 9, 2013

Cheney family,

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Carrie Switalski-Bowers

April 9, 2013

So sorry for your loss! I worked with Steve at McClures in Mason back in the day! He was a great guy and will be greatly missed!

April 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cheney family.

Bob and Wilma Groenler, Fort Myers, FL

John Arens

April 8, 2013

There are no words for this heartbreak. I will be praying for everyone in the Cheney family. I send my deepest condolences...

April 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Cheney Family.

~Diane Nodus-Rydahl

Bev Draeger

April 6, 2013

Dear Dick & Sydney,
Just learned of Steve's passing and very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

April 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerest sympathy to all.
Jennifer Herrmann Stropko

April 6, 2013

GOD BLESS

April 6, 2013

To the Cheney family, so sorry to hear about Steve. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Robin (Mohre) Gare

Harold Pitman

April 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. Harold,Jeff,Robin Pitman

Chris Williams

April 6, 2013

Although I didn't see you much after High School, I'll always remember you from the FFA days. I'm gonna miss seeing you around...thanks for the memories Steve!

Chad McCurdy

April 6, 2013

Dick, Sydney, Denise and Dave... May you be blessed with the strength to get through this time. I have spent the last few days thinking about all the times Steve made me laugh. All the times Steve got me in trouble. From K through 12, he was always primed to start mischief with many of us. He would then “bow out” just before the teachers showed up. We would be caught red-handed and Steve would grin as he walked past the principals' office as we sat waiting for our punishment. As we grew older, I think of the times we enjoyed a beer together, laughing of old times and discussing politics, hunting and real estate. Steve was a great friend and classmate. He will be missed enormously.

Beth (Shaver) Thelen

April 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Cheney family. Steve was a truly wonderful person and will be greatly missed by everyone who had the honor of knowing him.

Don Kill

April 5, 2013

So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Steve bowling with us on Monday nights Just remember to keep the good memories.

Frank Chain

April 5, 2013

It is with great sadness that we offer our deepest condolences and our heart felt prayers for your family.

Karry VanVorst-Trickey

April 5, 2013

Dear Cheney Family,

So sorry to hear about Steve. We went to school together and I remember many fun times hanging out with Steve and others from MHS of 1985. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. He will be missed....

Cathy Andresen

April 5, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many. R.I.P Steve.

Bob and Joyce Ayres

April 5, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Wishing you comfort in all your good memories.

Curtis Whitaker

April 5, 2013

Sydney and family,
We are holding you close in thought and prayer during your most difficult time. I pray you cherish the wonderful memories and allow them to sustain you during your loss. Hugs and Love.....Curtis and Scott (Southern Exposure Herb Farm)

Dennis Wendorf

April 5, 2013

Mr. and Mrs. Cheney, Dave and Denise, I am sorry to hear of Steve's passing. We had a lot of fun together as youngsters running around both of the farms. I will always cherish those memories.

Tim Ayres

April 5, 2013

Steve; known you since kindergarten, As far back as I can remember. I am thinking about your and your family. I will miss you.

Jon, Dar & Jordan Swiler

April 5, 2013

To the Entire Cheney family,
Our prayers are with your family as you go through this tragic time. Heaven has just gained one more angel.

Angie Banister

April 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Carl & Virginia Briggs

April 5, 2013

It's difficult to put into words what you feel in your heart. Steve will be missed. He always made a point to have breakfast with us when we visited Mason. He was a fun person to be with and we will miss his sunny smile and wit. Love to all, R.I.P. Nephew

Tammie Hensley

April 5, 2013

Sorry for your loss - I pray that the family will find strength from each other and friends. May God be with you.

April 5, 2013

To all the Cheney Family--Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. The Glenn and Charles Oesterle Family, Pam, Aaron, and Kristin

Diana Grinwis

April 5, 2013

I like to think that Steve is making way for everyone he loved as he takes on the other side. I am deeply thankful for all laughter-filled R&R and problems resolved with Steve's quick wit, cogent insights, and generous wise counsel readily available. Steve is loved! A broad community of wonderful people will deeply miss Steve Cheney. My depression over Steve's departure is only balanced by my very happy memories from the span of our friendship. God speed Steve!

Don Vickers

April 5, 2013

My prayers are with Steve and his family.

April 5, 2013

We send our sincere sympathy to your family. Bob and Darlene Brown Webb

April 5, 2013

The Cheney Family, I'm so sorry for your loss and pray that God gives you strength and to be at peace.
Marsha(Hansen)Robb

Rob Stauffer

April 5, 2013

Dave I have great solace you and your entire family... I remember your brother; Steve was a good man! I always enjoyed chatting with Steve...Rob Stauffer

John & Laura Lazet

April 5, 2013

Our hearts go out to you at this sad time. Steve will be deeply missed! Praying for God's grace and strength to sustain you.

Russ & Debbie Miller

April 5, 2013

To the Cheney Family....we give our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Steve. He will be missed by many.

Lynda (LaLonde) McDonald

April 5, 2013

To the Cheney Family ~

I know too well the grief process you are facing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You are blessed with all the memories and love you shared with Steve. This will get you through the rough spots. Steve always had a smile on his face whenever I saw him. What a nice memory.

Virginia Oesterle

April 5, 2013

To: The Cheney Family-Richard & Sydney, Denise & Dave. My prayers go out to each of you and trust the special memories and love your family shared will carry through. Steve was a special young man. May God Bless each of you and keep you safely in His care. My love to each of you. Virginia Oesterle (Sterle)

April 5, 2013

Dick & Sidney, So sorry for your loss. We know how hard it is to lose a child. You have our sincere sympathy. Norm and Laurene Hatt

Lisa Bateman

April 5, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Yvonne Morrison

April 5, 2013

Denise, Dave, Dick and Sydney -
I am so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. You are all be in my thoughts and prayers.
With love, Yvonne Morrison

penny snow

April 5, 2013

Cheney Family our thoughts and prayers go out to you.Penny,Matt,Mark Snow

Jeff Woolston

April 5, 2013

Steve you'll be missed brother. This world just became less friendly and less fun without you. Cheney family, I give my condolences.

Scott Eckhart

April 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Cheney family. I am so sorry to hear about your family's loss. I hadn't seen Steve in many years, but I remember him fondly and as a mentor to others.

Laura Coulter

April 5, 2013

To The Cheney Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Pam Wheeler

April 5, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. We at the Leslie Depot will miss him..his laughter, smiles and his sticking out his tongue :) What a great guy. Thoughts and prayers to everyone. Pam Wheeler and all from The Depot

Tom & Peggy Husby

April 5, 2013

Dave, Laura & Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother/uncle. Our heartfelt condolences to all of you at this time. May he rest in peace.
Tom & Peggy Husby

Frank/Joyce Carpenter

April 5, 2013

Love and prayers going out in behalf of all your family. God will give you strength to get through this time.

April 5, 2013

To the Cheney Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember Steve for his smile, great sense of humor, and many friends. Love, The Haynes Family, Gary & Sandy, Garrett & Dawn, and Melissa & Brian.

April 5, 2013

Mr & Mrs. Cheney & Family My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. I will always remember Steve coming to the house & picking up my son to go do something with the rest of the boys. He will be missed by all. Judi Wentland

Howard and Colleen Becker

April 5, 2013

May God Grace the Family of Steven with His Great Love and Memories to give them Comfort at this time of loss.
Love and Prayers Howard and Colleen

April 5, 2013

Our deepest condolences.

Jim and Sandy Leasure

Nancy Coy - Droste

April 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Very sorry for your loss.

April 5, 2013

Denise and family, our deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Treasure your memories and hold them close to your heart. God is with you. With love, John, Gwen, and Whitney Waldron

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