Steve Fred Klostermeier, 79, of DeWitt, passed away March 28, 2024, in Lincoln. He was born Nov. 2, 1944, in Fairbury.
Steve served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967. Steve and Sandi Seeman were married on August 24, 1968 in DeWitt. Steve was a dedicated individual who led a fulfilling life. He started employment with Honnegers Feed Mill and Beatrice Concrete, then he was the owner and operator of Steve's Service in Dewitt from 1968 to 1989 and later worked at American Tool Company (1991-1998). He retired from the United States Postal Service as a rural mail carrier (1998-2013).
He was a Life member of the Blue Valley Gun Club, Beatrice Gun Club, Amateur Trapshooting Association, DeWitt Community Club, an American Legion member since 1967, member of Hidden Acres Golf Course and a member of the board of directors for six years and a member of the Swan Creek Watershed Action Committee that was formed to expedite the completion of the Swan Creek Watershed Project. He was also a member of the DeWitt Park Board to raise funds for the construction of the swimming pool and supervising pool operator for a few years. He was a member of the DeWitt Town Board (20 years total) and served 14 years as chairman. He also helped organize the DeWitt Museum and Historical Society.
In his free time, Steve enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapshooting, golfing, bowling, Nebraska Husker football and any outdoor activities. His contributions to various community projects and organizations have left a lasting impact on those around him and the town of DeWitt.
Steve is survived by his wife, Sandi; children, Steven (Karrie) from Farmington, Minnesota. and Wendi from DeWitt; grandchildren, Austin Barnts (Lauren), Chase Barnts, Zachary Klostermeier, and Baylon Klostermeier; brother, Dennis (Priscilla) Klostermeier; sisters-in-law, Diane (Arlen) Klostermeier and Lanette (Kim) Klostermeier; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor R. (Chinoock) Klostermeier; father, Emil J. Klostermeier; brothers, Kim Klostermeier and Arlen Klostermeier; and sister, Glenna Oltman (Norbert).
A Celebration of Life was April 2 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in DeWitt. Interment was at the Oak Grove Cemetery in DeWitt with military honors provided by Nebraska National Guard and the DeWitt American Legion. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family’s choice for future designation with the funeral home in charge.
We encourage those who knew Steve to share their memories and upload photos, watch his video tribute and service on his memorial page at www.ghchapel.com. Your stories will serve as a testament to a life full of service, compassion, and love. Rest in peace, Steve Klostermeier. Arrangements by the Venrick-Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in DeWitt.
