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Dale Steffen Obituary
June 1, 1935 - March 17, 2025
Dale E. Steffen, 89 of Oak Park Heights, Minnesota passed away on March 17, 2025. Dale was born in Davenport, IA on June 1, 1935, the second child of late Zella (Schuett) and Harry Steffen. In 1953, he graduated from Davenport High School in Davenport, IA. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Elnora (Norie) Steffen on May 12, 1956, in Davenport, IA. Dale and Norie farmed in New Boston, Illinois for many years until retirement in 1995. After retirement, they moved to Oak Run near Dahinda, IL and lived there for approximately 20 years. Dale's favorite activities included: spending time with family and friends, golfing, playing cards, gardening, and traveling. He also enjoyed volunteering at church, with the local American Legion, as a First Responder and for several other organizations throughout his life. He is survived by his 4 children, Doug (Marsha) Steffen, Portland, OR, Darryl (Denise) Steffen, New Lenox, IL, David (Cherry) Steffen, Topeka, KS, and Lisa (Peter) Cross, Stillwater, MN; six granddaughters; two great-grandchildren; sister, Arlene (Gene) Vincent and brother-in-law, Allen Lamp. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Norie; and sister, Nelda Lamp. Per Dale's wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and he will be buried at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.bakken-young.com. A link for Dale's photos is also available at www.bakken-young.com.
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