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Steven Heer Obituary

HEER STEVEN K. HEER (Age 55) Of Vermillion, SD, died Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at the Sanford Vermillion Hospital after a three year battle with prostate cancer. Steve was born November 17, 1953 in Pierre, SD to Melvin and Edith (Roesler) Heer. He graduated from Vermillion High School, and received his BS from the University of South Dakota, and his MBA from the University of Minnesota. Steve married Ellen Coffelt on May 27, 1984 in St. Paul, MN, and was employed as a Computer specialist for Personix Company in Roseville, MN. Steve is survived by his wife Ellen of Vermillion; his adoring children, Alex, Caitlin and Stephanie; and a son-in-law Tony Hanson all of Vermillion. His mother Edith of Vermillion also survives him, as well as many in-laws, family and friends that span the country. A celebration of Steve's life will be held at a later date. For further up to date information please contact the family at [email protected] . For online condolences and obituary please visit hansenfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 28, 2009.

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Andy Lindberg

April 8, 2009

Dear Ellen,
What a terrible loss to the world. I mean how could anybody not love a guy who carried his own set of chopsticks in his suit's breast pocket? And while being a political conservative, could joke that conservative intellectual was an oxymoron? Having him as a coworker made every day an adventure. I feel his absence deeply and sympathize with you in this time of pain.

gina young

April 6, 2009

Dear Ellen I was so surprised to read the paper a week ago and see that Steve had passed away. My Mom had talked to Laura and she said that Steve was ill, but we didn't realize how bad. I just wanted you to know that I am praying for you and your family and think of you often. This isn't how it's suppose to be. Love Gina (your old childhood friend).

Paul Andrews

March 29, 2009

633 Maryland Ave, 1977. My foosball partner, my casino guide, dinners at Sichuan restaurant and the debates, so many debates. One of my true life long friends-only Republican friend at that. We will never forget you. Rest in peace buddy; you are in a better place.

Jill, Michael and Chase Warner

March 28, 2009

Ellen, Alex, Cait, Steph and Tony, I am so sorry for your loss. You are a wonderful family that I have enjoyed being a part of over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you! I love you all very much.

March 28, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can be comforted knowing that Steven is no longer suffering, no longer in pain. May Our Heavenly Father give you the strength to cope during these difficult days.

Lynn Meyer

March 27, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was in martial arts many years ago in St Paul and was a frequent visitor to our store. He was always one of our favorites- always smiling and always a gentleman.

Lynn and John Meyer
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