Steven Wehmeier, 71, passed away into Jesus’s arms at sunrise at his home in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Sunday, November 1, 2015 after a long illness. He struggled with cancer since surgery in early 2013.
Born April 24, 1944 in Waterville, Kansas, Steven was the youngest child of George E. Sr. and Thelma (Keefover) Wehmeier. He graduated from Rossville KS High School in 1962 where he lettered in football and basketball and was known for being fun and mischievous. Steve attended Fort Hays State University before joining the Navy where he served honorably for four years. During the Vietnam War, he attained the rank of ETR2. He served aboard the APA 213 USS Montrail and had foreign and sea service for almost 3 years. He was very proud of his service to his country, receiving the National Defense Service Medal, and was a member of the American Legion. Steve was also partially disabled in the line of duty during his service in the Navy. He later attended Washburn University and graduated in 1971 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He was married to Nancy (Kramer) Wehmeier, the love of his life for 27 years. His career included many years as a printing industry representative, a personnel manager, and then as a safety manager in the construction industry.
Steven loved Colorado and the outdoors, camping, fishing, hunting with family and friends, and his dogs. For their first Valentine’s Day together, he gave Nancy a fishing pole and tackle box.
Steve is survived by his wife Nancy; sister Donna Krische; mother-in-law Shirley Kramer; brothers-in-law Steve Kramer and John McGrath; nephews Dan (Jeanne) Krische, Bob (Debbie) Krische, Tom Krische, Craig (Darlene) Wehmeier, Brent (Charlene) Wehmeier, Terry (Trish) Kenny, Greg McGrath (Anne), Steve McGrath (Tracy); nieces Susan (Dan) Fogo, Cynthia Kenny, Jennifer (Phil) Vlositi, Andrea (Jeff) Donen, Meeka Kramer; Godchild Elienor, who shares his birthday; and his best friends Ernie Kutzley and Don Abitz. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers George Jr. and Larry; sisters Marjorie Kenney and Linda McGrath; nieces Linda Heiman (George) and Nancy Krische; nephew Joe Wehmeier; and father-in-law Jack Kramer; sister-in-law Kim Kramer; and aunt Carol Chappel.
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