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Michael Steger Obituary
June 13, 1954 - September 16, 2024
Michael J. Steger, 70, of Milan, "Dragged Up" for the final time on Monday, September 16, 2024. Private graveside services will be at the Rock Island National Cemetery, where military honors will be conducted by the Milan American Legion Post No. 569. Memorials may be made online at HDSA.org in Mike's honor.
Mike was born on June 13, 1954, in Rock Island, a son of Valentine and Dorothy (Gibbons) Steger. He married Patricia Beckman on March 12, 1983. She preceded him in death on June 25, 2020.
Growing up, Mike and his siblings never shied away from mischief. Instead of school they visited the local pool hall, and they even hosted their own backyard demolition derby, much to the dismay of their wives.
Mike and Pat raised their 'Brady Bunch' with laughter and adventure, leaving their kids with a lifetime of memories.
Mike was proud to be an Ironworker of the Local 111 brotherhood. His motto was "the higher, the better." He enjoyed adventures such as drag racing, skydiving, and living life in the fast lane. Hobbies included fighting with technology, eating sweet treats, and rehoming local wildlife.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran.
Survivors include his children, Christy Steger, Christopher (Hope) Steger, Heidi (Meghan) Steger, and Holli (Kodjovi) Ebizo; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Linda (Jim) Bussey; a brother, Tim (Patsy) Steger; and sister-in-law, Liz Steger.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Patricia; daughter, Angel; brothers, Fred (Barb) Steger, Rick Steger; sister, LaVaun (Gerry) Davis.
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