Steven Michael Workman

Steven Michael Workman obituary, Pana, IL

Steven Michael Workman

Steven Workman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kennedy & Sons Funeral Directors on Dec. 31, 2025.
Steven Michael Workman, 74, of Pana, Illinois passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:45 AM at Rose Garden of Pana.

Born on January 15, 1951 in Texas, Steven was the son of Clarence Edward and Sharon Joanne (Duck) Workman Bilinski. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1968-1970 mostly in Korea.

Steven is survived by his Son: Kevin Workman (Significant Other: Jennifer Starkey); Daughter: Becky Workman (Companion: Donna Deese); Grandchildren: Alexis, Nathan, Amanda, Douglas, Matthew, and Rayland Workman; and Great-Grandsons: Emilio Breese and Nash Ceasar. He is also survived by his Step-Father: Raymond Bilinski; Sisters: Rae Anne Pikowski (Chris) and Diana Oller (Doug); and Brother Dennis Workman (Alona).

He was preceded in death by his Mother: Sharon Bilinski, who previously served as Mayor of Pana and his Sister: Deborah Little.

Steven was cremated and no services are planned.

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