Steven Charles Pahnke, 67 of Machesney Park passed away August 17, 2014. Born May 30, 1947 in Hazel Green, WI; he was the son of Walter A. and Lorraine L. (Wurm) Pahnke. He married Linda Adams on July 8, 1969 in Gersfeld, Germany.
Employed at Amberwood Care Centre for 19 years, Steven retired from the U.S. Air Force after 25 years of dedicated service to his country.
An avid Green Bay Packers fan, Steven enjoyed cake decorating, gardening, and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Linda Pahnke; sons, Paul, Gregory (Yvonne), Scott (Kristi), and David Pahnke; daughter, Heather (Brian) Mattura; 12 grandchildren; brother, Larry (Glenda) Pahnke; sisters, Lynette Warner, Joan (Roger) Goepfert, and Geri (Jerry) Quincy; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents.
Funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday, August 23, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Visitation, 6 – 9 p.m. Friday, August 22 at the funeral home. Interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be submitted at sunsetfhmemgardens.com
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