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Stephen Lawrence "Steve" Engel

1956 - 2025

Stephen Lawrence "Steve" Engel obituary, 1956-2025, Apple Valley, MN

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1956

DIED

2025

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Stephen Engel Obituary

Steve, age 69, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away at his home on September 29, 2025. Born on July 8, 1956, Steve lived most of his life in Apple Valley.

Steve worked for the City of Apple Valley at the community center for 37 years. In addition to working at the community center, he also worked for ISD 196 as part of community education for 31 years. Steve enjoyed putting on family astronomy and computer classes.

Steve was active with the Boy Scouts of America his entire life. He earned the award of Eagle Scout in the 70's and then continued as an adult leader. He partook in many scouting trips near and far. These trips included venturing to our nation's capital, as well as into the Ontario province of Canada.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Rosemary and Lawrence Engel; and sister-in-law, Barb.

He is survived by his two twin brothers, Dan and Joel (Sara) Engel; as well as three nephews and one niece.

A memorial service for Steve will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Risen Savior, 1501 County Rd 42 E, Burnsville, MN 55306, with a visitation one hour prior. A private interment will be held at Lebanon Cemetery in Apple Valley.

Starkson Family ~ Anderson Chapel in Apple Valley, MN is handling arrangements.

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

Published by Sun This Week on Oct. 7, 2025.

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Church of the Risen Savior

1501 County Road 42 East, Burnsville, MN 55306

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17

Memorial service

Church of the Risen Savior

1501 County Road 42 East, Burnsville, MN 55306

Funeral services provided by:

Starkson Family-Anderson Chapel - Apple Valley (AKA Anderson Mortuary)

14850 Garrett Avenue, Apple Valley, MN 55124

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