Steven J. Seippel

Steven J. Seippel obituary, Dubuque, IA

Steven J. Seippel

Steven Seippel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory on Apr. 1, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Steven J. Seippel, 53, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully on March 31 at MercyOne Medical Center, surrounded by family.
Steve was born on October 22, 1971 in Arizona the son of Peter Seippel and Patricia Kammerude.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sara Seippel; his children, Haley Seippel, Alyssa Seippel, Austin Howard (Emily), Kaitlyn Howard (Hampton); and his father, Pete Seippel (Cathie). He is also remembered by his nephew, Nick Fischer (Ariel); his niece, Samantha Seippel; and his grandchildren, Rory Jo, Wells Michael and grandson due June 2nd.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia, sister Cathie and nephew Brandon.
If a life is measured by how many it touches around it, then Steve had the longest most memorable life there was to have. He was always looking for someone to be of service to and never once turned down someone asking for help. He was one of the rare larger than life people that became the gravity in a room full of people, whether it be making people laugh, telling a good hunting story, or his booming voice he was going to make you smile (or cringe depending on the joke and how many times he already told the story).
He was above all dedicated to his family, and to Steve it didn't take much to be family. His life was a lesson for an open heart. His memory will not soon be forgotten by all the minds he lives in.
His family would like to say a very big thank you to the nursing staff at MercyOne who took exceptional care of him on his final days and the first responders who transported him to the hospital.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Kids Hunting Foundation.
According to his wishes no public visitation or service will be held. A Celebration of Steve's Life will be held at a later date.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Steven J. Seippel, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Steven's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Steven Seippel's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Steven Seippel's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?