Stephan L. Coumbe

Stephan L. Coumbe obituary

Stephan L. Coumbe

Stephan Coumbe Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brettschneider-Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel & Crematory - Appleton on Sep. 11, 2025.

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Stephan L Coumbe, born April 14, 1958 in Oshkosh to the late Edward O. Coumbe and Anne L. Skidmore, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning of July 15th,2025 at the age of 67.

Steve lived a life of unique experiences. He loved his experiences with his grandparents at their lake house, his mission trips, the carpet cleaning company he owned with his wife in the 80's, and his children.

He joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in his early 20's and continued in his love of Christ for the remainder of his days. He became disabled in 1998 and was a person of much solitude and habit. Still to continue on his love of nature, music, and abstract art.

He is survived by his wife Patty L Coumbe, children Donald Coumbe, Tianna Beebe, James (Kayla) Coumbe, David (Paul) Coumbe, Katharina Coumbe, Brandon (Monique) Coumbe, and Tricia (Cory) Jones; brother John Coumbe, sister Mary (John) Johnson, nieces, nephews, 17 grandchildren, and his best friend Jeff Raddatz. He is proceeded in death by his father Edward O Coumbe, mother Anne L Skidmore, infant sister Elizabeth Coumbe, and daughter-in-law Kristine Coumbe.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 425 W Parkridge Ave, Appleton, WI 54911. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

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