April 7, 1954 – Sunday, July 23, 2017
Service Information
The Peterson Chapel-St. Michael, MN
Friday, July 28, 2017
10:30 A.M.
Visitation Information
The Peterson Chapel-St. Michael, MN
Thursday, July 27, 2017
4-8 P.M.
Stephen Willard Weinand, age 63, of Swanville and formerly of Corcoran died Sunday, July 23, 2017 at The St. Cloud Hospital. He was born in Buffalo on April 7, 1954 the son of Willard E. & Vivian E. (Lucier) Weinand. Baptized on April 25, 1954. He was also instructed in the Lutheran Catechism and confirmed in the Christian faith on October 5, 1969 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hanover. Steve graduated from Buffalo High School in 1972 and was named All Conference football player both as a Junior and Senior. He later attended Winona State and Mankato State Universities where he also played football. Steve farmed his whole life and was a Pioneer Seed Salesman. He was proud of his sweet corn he raised and sold. He was a long time auctioneer and former partner with Carl Tessmer in Lakeland Feeder Pigs. He was a past livestock judge for the Hennepin County Fair. Steve received his realtor license later in life. He enjoyed deer hunting and fishing. Survived by children: Kenneth Weinand of Watford City, North Dakota and JoAnna Weinand of Corcoran; brothers: Kevin (Mary) Weinand of Rogers and Allan Weinand of Decorah, Iowa; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services for Steve Weinand will be held on Friday, July 28, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. at The Peterson Chapel St. Michael-Albertville Funeral Home. Pastor Leon Stier will officiate.
Interment will follow at The Greenwood Methodist Cemetery in Burschville.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 27th from 4-8 P.M. at The Peterson Chapel St. Michael-Albertville Funeral Home. Further visitation will be held on Friday morning, July 28th one hour prior to services.
Casket Bearers: Carl Tessmer, Ron Schmid, Gary Dixon, Kelly, Ron and Zach Weinand.
The Peterson Chapel St. Michael-Albertville
Dad always said you were scared to be away from home when you were a little kid, now you will be at home with Grandma and Grandpa again. Rest in Peace Uncle Steve. Much love, Suzy
Dear Kenny, Joanna and Weinand family;
I am so sorry for your loss. I cherish memories of uncle Steve at family gatherings and the farm. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dear Kenny, Joanna and Weinand family;
I am so very sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Steve.
We always enjoyed Steve as our seed corn dealer. He always had a Big smile and a good story! R.I.P. Steve. Lucian, Mary and Eddy Jordan
Dear Allan, Greg, Suzy and Rosemary:
My condolences, Allan, for the loss of your big brother Steve. I’m glad you were able to attend his memorial service and funeral. Steve sounded like a cool guy and it was fun to hear about your family and life growing up on the farm. Steve died way too young. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Love, Kathleen
My thoughts and prayers with your family on this very sad loss.