Stephen A. Fettig

Stephen A. Fettig, of Lake St. Louis, MO died Saturday, October 15, 2016, at the age of 75.   Beloved husband of 44 years to Janice E. “Jan” Fettig; cherished son of the late George and Charlotte Fettig; devoted father of Anthony (Mary) Fettig, Stephanie (Mark) Hall, Zachary (Nicole) Fettig, and Jeremy (Jacqueline) Fettig; loving grandfather of Kebran, Travis (Amanda), Ashley (Chris), Tiffany, Austin, Cassandra, Samantha, Jack, Kayla, Dylan, Paige, Quinn, Logan, and Mila; treasured great-grandfather of 16; dear brother of Beverly “Dutch” (Dick) Ramseyer, Phil (Page Ann) Fettig, Ron (Jan) Fettig, Mike (Ann) Fettig, and Pete (Ann) Fettig.  Stephen was also preceded in death by his brothers, Jim Fettig and Larry Fettig.

Steve was born and raised in Elwood, Indiana.  His family owned and operated Fettig Canning Corporation where Steve had jobs early on.  His house was full with 8 kids and the stories of their childhood can go on for hours.  He met Jan on a blind date and after three years of dating they tied the knot.  They lived in Elwood for a short time before moving to St. Louis, Missouri.

Steve spent his career working for St. Charles Sand Company as a dredge operator and then a purchasing agent.  His children have many memories of checking the locks and watching fireworks from barges.

Steve was a sports lover.  He enjoyed watching almost any sport and he jumped in and learned all about the sports that his children played.  He traveled many miles to watch games and meets throughout the years.  Steve was his kids’ biggest fan and also the loudest parent on the sidelines!

As a long time member of Immanuel UCC in Ferguson, Missouri he served on many committees and was a regular usher.  Through his connection with the church he became involved in ECH and specifically creating their centerpieces for their annual galas.  He loved to create and build amazing themed decorations.

Steve will always be remembered for wanting to know how things worked and taking the initiative to take apart and rebuild or “fix” those things.  His tool collection was plentiful and he was always willing to lend a hand to family or friends to build or fix their things as well.

Steve always enjoyed socializing and entertaining.  Trips to spend time with family and friends were always a fun time and full of laughter.  Steve always had a witty comment and could get a laugh from anyone; he didn’t know a stranger.  His abundant family, full of children, grandchildren, and even great grandchildren surrounded him with love and laughter, even throughout his sickness.  He will be missed dearly.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or ECH Every Child’s Hope.