Steven Eugene Coble

Steven Eugene Coble, loving husband, dedicated father, and proud grandfather passed away on November 29, 2023 at the age of 75 in Freeman, Missouri. A memorial service was held on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, followed by inurnment in the Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association.
Steve was born on September 14, 1948, in rural Freeman, MO, to Kenneth Floyd Coble and Thelma Marie VanMeter. Steve was a Freeman native, having spent his entire adult life in the same community. On December 22, 1967, he married his high school sweetheart, Erna Diane Moul, and they embarked on a journey filled with love and dedication that lasted for more than five decades. Together, they raised a beautiful family and created a home filled with warmth and love.
A carpenter, Steve was the owner of Coble's Custom Construction for over 30 years, working in Olathe, Overland Park and Lee's Summit. He dedicated his entire life to his craft, leaving behind a legacy of his exceptional workmanship; and many younger employees learned quickly they couldn't keep up with his work ethic. He finished his construction career with his longest tenured employee and friend, RJ Willis. Steve was a Veteran of the Air Force Reserves, leaving with the rank of Sergeant after 6 years.
One of Steve's greatest joys in life was spending quality time with his wife, Diane, their children, and their beloved grandchildren. He cherished every moment, creating lasting memories. His role as a grandfather brought him immeasurable happiness, and he loved sharing his wisdom and love with the younger generations.
In addition to his passion for family, Steve was a lifelong fisherman. He started fishing Truman lake before it had filled up. In 1984, he and his brother-in-law, James, started fishing local tournaments using knowledge of the old tracks and bluffs to catch lots of fish. Beyond the tournaments he enjoyed fishing with family and friends whenever and wherever he could; including Alaska, Texas, Canada, Tennessee and many more. Using those same catches, he enjoyed hosting large fish frys.
Steve is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Diane Coble, of the home. He is also survived by his children: Tammy Lynn Wehmeyer and Steven of Creighton, MO; Stephanie Diane Nagel of Blue Springs, MO; Ashley Rochelle Coble of Freeman, MO; and Weston Eugene Coble and Molly of Parkville, MO; his 4 grandchildren: Brandon Wehmeyer of Nashville, TN; Kaylon and Lane Bailey of Creighton, MO; Carter Coble of Freeman, MO; and Kendal Coble of Parkville, MO; his great-granddaughter, Harper Bailey; his siblings: Kenneth Coble, Sandra Andrews of Harrisonville, MO; and Dennis Coble of Peculiar, MO; and a host of other relatives and friends who will forever cherish the memories they created together.