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Steven Klauke Obituary
1955-2024
Sandy, UTSteven Allen Klauke, 69, passed away surrounded by his family early Tuesday morning, June 11, 2024, due to injuries sustained from an auto-pedestrian accident.
Steve recently retired from being the Salt Lake Bees' broadcaster after calling 4,181 games over 29 seasons. He also enjoyed being the radio voice of Weber State University football and men's basketball for the past 9 years. Steve was a three-time Utah Sportscaster of the Year winner ('95, '14, '16) and Ballpark Digest's Minor League Baseball National Broadcaster of the Year in 2014.
He had a passion for sports and play by play and fulfilled his lifelong dream of being called up to the big leagues when he was asked to fill in for a couple games by the Toronto Blue Jays and as well as the Los Angeles Angels. He also filled in to do play by play for the Utah Jazz, University of Utah, BYU, and Utah Grizzlies over his career, along with various local high school sports games.
The only thing Steve loved more than sports was his family. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and two kids sharing his passion of storytelling, taking them to the new Triple Ds restaurant in town, traveling or helping them plan their own trips and watching sports together.
Steve was adored by many, as he had the ability to make everyone feel loved and important over the years. He always had time to stop and talk to a neighbor on his daily walks, a fan at a game, or a stranger on the street. He truly impacted everyone he interacted with.
Steve is survived by his wife Sue, son Adam, and daughter Lisa; his mother Donna, brothers Jeff and Glenn, sister Cynthia, and nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life open house will be held Monday, June 17, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Le Jardin at 1910 E Dimple Dell Road (10600 S). In lieu of flowers please donate to the Humane Society of Utah, the Christmas Box house, or any charity close to your heart. -
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Klauke
Curtis Lund
June 28, 2024
I'll never forget you Steve, I have so many years of memories listening to you calling the baseball games on my radio.
Frank
June 19, 2024
A humble man for sure, but I think that's how the great ones are wired. His broadcasts were so vivid you could almost smell the hotdogs and popcorn! A fan from way back, respectfully Frank Montoya
Weber State University Alumni Association
June 18, 2024
Dear Mrs. Klauke,
Our office noted with sadness the passing of your husband, Steven, and we wish to send our condolences and sincere sympathy to you and your family at this time of bereavement. As a member of Weber State University´s extended family, friends and associates will miss him.
While we realize a condolence letter cannot lessen your sense of loss, we want to let you know that his achievements and contributions were appreciated at Weber State.
Sincerely,
Nancy B. Collinwood
Executive Director of Alumni Relations
Ryan Layton
June 17, 2024
I loved this Man in my mind one of the greatest to call the game ever!
Robert schiavo
June 17, 2024
It was a joy to listen to him.truly the sound of summer.I hope the new stadium in daybreak is named after him.
Kim Plouzek
June 15, 2024
He´s up there, He´s out there, He´s gone. Steve left a wonderful legacy.
Kim Plouzek
June 15, 2024
He´s up there, He´s out there, He´s gone. You are missed.
Mike Garcia
June 15, 2024
May The Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him.
Brian
June 14, 2024
Absolutely heart breaking. My condolences to the family who had just gotten him away from the mic. Thoughts and prayers... thoughts and prayers....
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