Service Details
A memorial celebration of Steve’s life will be held on Sunday, September 10, 2023, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service.
Steven Grant Roest, 73, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2023. He was born in Sioux City, IA, on September 11, 1949, son of the late Robert Roest and Dorothy Smith.
Steve proudly and faithfully served his country in the United States Army stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War. He was an over the road truck driver for several companies before his retirement. Steve loved golfing, riding motorcycles, fantasy football, and the Chicago Bears. Above all, he loved his family tremendously and will be dearly missed.
Steve is survived by his children, Steven G. (Danielle) Roest II, Jessica (Louie) Giannini, Michael Roest, Matthew Roest; grandchildren, Michael Anderson II, Dylan Norton, Nicole Roest, Zachary Roest; sisters, Cheryl Brandenburg, Roxanne Williams; ex-wife, Karen Roest; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, and many dear friends.
In addition to his parents, Steve is preceded in death by his brother, Douglas Roest. A memorial celebration of Steve’s life will be held on Sunday, September 10, 2023, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service.
Theresa Ball & Family says
Awe my Brother n Law Scuba Steve. We are at a loss of words. So sad u left us so suddenly. We are grateful for all the years we had with u. Coming to NC and SC such great memories. Rest in Peace and you will be missed.
Love always,
Theresa and Family
Laura and Larry Christensen says
I am so sorry for your loss Karen. We would always enjoy talking to Steve when we ran into him in the grocery store.
Denise Stevens Isaish, Destiny, Angel and Christian says
We are heartbroken to hear this very sad news!! Steve snd Karen were the best neighbors we could have asked for these last 12 years! He loved taking care of his perfect lawn and always proudly wslking the dogs! Fly high Steve and see ya on the otherside’ Deepest sympathy to Karen snd her their children snd family snd friends! Your Father was the Greatest neighbor snd Friend! He will be dearly missed by all of us!
Ardie carter says
Steve was one of my favorite cousins. We had so much fun in our family when we were kids growing up in Kenosha Wisconsin. We would have family picnic and gatherings around birthdays and holidays. Steve had a big heart for his family. He came to Ark. For a few years and worked with my dad Don Blackford and we got to reconnect again in our late 20s. Then last year my brother Vern and l got to travel to Wisconsin and visit with Steve and our cousins. Enjoyed playing Pinnacle and reminiscing about olden times. It saddened my heart to hear about this tragedy . Praying for comfort . God is faithful and will carry us through !
Judy Johnson says
Steve was a great helpful neighbor when I moved in to my new place where he resided. I am at a loss to loose such a great friend. My prayers go out to the family at this time. God bless you Steve, I will truly miss you.
Tom and Deb Deters says
Dear Mike, we are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief.