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James Steffek Obituary
James Edward "Jim" Steffek, age 51, died unexpectedly on Friday, March 15, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital surrounded by his family.
Jim was born April 20, 1961 in Marshfield, Wisconsin at St. Joseph Hospital son of William and Phyllis (Pierce) Steffek. He was a 1979 Marshfield High School graduate and attended the University of Stevens Point for a year. He moved to the Appleton area to be with family and received his associate's degree from Fox Valley Technical College as a Chef. Jim was formerly employed at Larry's Parkside in Kimberly for several years and was employed as a Chef with the Checkered Flag Restaurant in Darboy for over ten years. Jim was an avid fisherman and enjoyed playing cribbage with family and friends.
James is lovingly survived by his mother, Phyllis, Marshfield; a sister, Linda (Ronald) Lingle, Appleton; and three brothers, William (Susan) Steffek, Marshfield; Mark Steffek, Boulder, CO; and Jeffery (Lita) Steffek, Miami, FL; and by several nieces and nephews, Brian and Adam Berg, Brad, Kyle, Bryce and Gerritt Steffek.
James was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Sharon Steffek.
A memorial service will be held 6:00 PM on Monday, March 18, 2013 at the funeral home. Jim's family will receive relatives and friends at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 PM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in Jim's name.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Steffek
Steve and Cindy
March 22, 2013
Will, Sue, Brad and Kyle,
Continued thoughts and prayers for you and your families. May faith, love and wonderful memories of Jim ease the heaviness you feel in your hearts.
Jack Wohlfahrt
March 19, 2013
I grew up with Jim and went to school together. He was the nicest guy you ever could meet or hang out with. My thoughts and prayers for the family.
March 19, 2013
Phyllis, I'm so sorry to hear about Jim. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Jalayne Weinfurtner
Jim & Christy Swanson
March 18, 2013
Dear Steffek Family,
Though your hearts are deeply saddened, may your love for James bring you peace, and your memories with him bring you comfort.
Deepest Sympathy,
The Swanson Family
Steve Dorn
March 18, 2013
Linda, We are sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our prayers and sympathys are with you Steve nad Mary Dorn
March 18, 2013
Dear Ron and Linda,
Sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May you find comfort in knowing that Jim know rests in the arms of the angels and suffers no more. Love you both...Dave and Renee Schroeder
Heidi Stebbings
March 17, 2013
Dear Mom and Family,
We hold you dear in our thoughts. Jim will always be remembered for his warm heart and fun wit. He is truly resting in peace. Our love is with you all.
Heidi
Dave , Brenda Lingle
March 17, 2013
Linda and Ron, Are Prayers and Thoughts are with you and your Family. Dave and Brenda
March 17, 2013
To my loving brother, Jim. You had a heart larger than life. I will always cherish the memories growing up together. We made forts with blankets under the dining room table, we made snow forts alongside the driveway, all the softball games in the field behind the house and of course, all the fishing and camping trips. I recall one in particular when Dad took us to the flowage on a Sunday. Mom said she would clean whatever fish we caught. We came home with 4 northern and 98 bullhead. I even hooked my ear that afternoon. LOL I can still see you behind the wheel of the boat, driving it while you pulled me on water skiis behind. Say hi to Dad and Sharon...rest well...we'll see each other again one day.
Your Loving Brother, Mark xoxoxoxoxo
March 17, 2013
Dear Linda and Ron,
I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Please accept my condolences. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Connie and Gabe
Karen Pugh
March 17, 2013
Will and Sue, so sorry for your loss.
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