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Steven Wayne CHAVES

1955 - 2017

BORN

1955

DIED

2017

Steven CHAVES Obituary

Age 62, of Phoenix, AZ raised in Stillwater, MN The Heavens got a wonderful Angel on November 9th, 2017. Born in Mankato, MN on March 1st, 1955. Preceded in death by father Ruldoph. Survived by wife Barbara; mother Jean (Ed) Zahler; stepmother Lucy; sons Steven (Lisa), Allen, Lee & daughter Jamie (Kyle) Johnson; stepsons Doug & Lance; grandchildren Brady, Ava, Ella, Jacob, Jed & Reece; siblings Betsey, Nick (Susan), Mary, Jeff (Friend Cheryl), Sheryl (Tom) Dzieweczynski, Jeri (Tim) Moran; and many many more family members and friends who all held a special place in his heart. Steve loved being with his family and had a real love of NASCAR. He worked in construction all of his life. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, November 17th, at 10:30am with visitation 1 hour prior at Guardian Angels Catholic Church 8260 4th St. North Oakdale, MN. Reception to follow at the Fraternal Order of Eagles 94 Stillwater, MN.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Nov. 12, 2017.

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Scott Coleman

November 17, 2017

Steve, like his family, were salt of the earth kind of people. The kind of people one seldom finds. Steve may have left us, but no one can erase him from our memories. I could write a book about all the situations I had with the Chaves family; and they're all good memories. Thanks Steve and family,

November 16, 2017

Steve was one of my favorite people in the world, he had the highest level of intregity of anyone i ever new. I loved him like a brother and will truely miss our visits. The good Lord must have needed him home. My sympathy to his entire family.Doug Ruder

Roxanne Wong

November 16, 2017

I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. My most sincere condolences.

Steve was truly a legacy, I have never met another person quite like him. You will be deeply missed, Steve. Thank you for all the inspiration and laughter that you brought along to Canada.

Myria Sander

November 16, 2017

Steve was a dear friend to me, and many others. I will miss him greatly. Thanks for all of the laughs, my friend.
My sincerest condolences to Steve's family. He will be missed.

Paula Pilquist

November 16, 2017

I am very sorry to hear about Steve. My deepest and sincerest sympathy to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers...

Scott Coleman

November 16, 2017

Steve and his entire family played a significant role in making me the person I am today-I owe them so much.

Scott Coleman

Scott & Deb Ginkel

November 15, 2017

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Chavez family. We are personal friends of the Chavez's and neighbors when they lived in Stillwater, MN. Our children played together and played sports together. We vacationed and spent time with Steve and family and will miss him very much. He was always fun to be with on vacation and fishing trips.

Jolene Schmdt

November 14, 2017

First time i met Steve, he yelled at one of our dogs! Well,that pissed me off,lol. You my dear Steve mad my barbies ❤ sing again! You were so awsum to her,the love and respect you had for her is awsum,
So thanking you for loving her!!she was so happy with you rip my friend

Frank Work

November 13, 2017

To Steve's family
We offer our deepest sympathy's and prayers for your loss. We worked with Steve in Colorado on an Industrial Project and he was a very nice and fun person to be around.
Frank and Judy Work

John Rogers

November 13, 2017

I am truly sorry to hear about his passing. Steve was a special kind of man and will surely be missed by all that knew him.

November 13, 2017

Sorry for your loss Steve was a funny guy to be around. My husband Ken North worked with him on many projects. He will be missed.

Ken North and Debbie North

Tofino Team Building GW Leadership Group

Tom Intlekofer

November 13, 2017

Deepest sympathies and condolences to steve's family
Truly enjoyed working with him over the years here in Canada. he will be missed by myself and many others on a personal and professional level

Connie Perry

November 13, 2017

So sorry for your loss. We worked with Steve on several projects over the years. He was a lot of fun to be around. He will be missed by many.

Brisco Davis and Connie Perry

November 13, 2017

I worked with Steve on several jobs and he was a great guy to know and be around.He will be missed.Sorry for your loss.

Tom Shubert

November 13, 2017

I worked with Steve many years. He will be missed by many people in our company along with many clients. He was a good friend.

Becky Eichten Benson

November 12, 2017

Lived next door to Steve's family in Oak Park when children. Lovely family so sorry for your loss. Will remember him and your family in my prayers.

Peggy Patterson

November 12, 2017

Though I can not be there the Chaves family will always be loved and i will sadly miss Stevie he was the best. Love you all Peggy Duden Patterson

Michelle Rexus

November 12, 2017

Sending prayers to all.

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Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Guardian Angels Catholic Church

8260 4th St., North Oakdale, MN

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Guardian Angels Catholic Church

8260 4th St., North Oakdale, MN

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