Stephen Vodegel went home to be with the Lord Saturday morning February 13, 2021 at the age of 66. He had just celebrated his 48th wedding anniversary with his lifelong love and best friend, Helen Vodegel, on February 3rd.
He leaves his wife, Helen, his children Lisa, Naomi (and husband Morten), Joseph (and wife Jessica), Paula (and husband Morgan); 9 grand kids (Jesselyn, Chiana, Anthony, Hannah, Christiaan, Elijah, Evangeline, Jett and Olive) and 4 great grand kids (Bo, Knox, Asani and Sage), who call him “Grandpa”. His siblings (Linda, Ray, Rodger, Debbie, Jesse, David, Esther, Rebecca, Andrea, and Marcel); multiple nieces and nephews who call him “Uncle Steve”. His mother-in-law Cathy Moir who was like a real mom to him (Spouse Bob “Gramps”).
He loved his family and lived a full life of purpose, joy, and uncompromising love for God and people as Jesus instructed.