Steven Wayne Wozniak
Steven Wayne Wozniak, son of the late Lois J. Henry and Steve Wozniak, passed away on July 3, 2024. He was born on October 8, 1947 in Berwick, Pennsylvania. He lived in the Philadelphia area as well as Chicago and Kansas City. He lived in Ballwin, Missouri since 1997. He was the beloved husband of Joan (Stader) Wozniak. He is survived by a brother, Richard Allen Wozniak, of Bensalem, Pennsylvania. He was a member of Holy Infant Catholic Church in Ballwin.
Steven graduated with a bachelor's degree from Penn State University in 1969 and a masters degree from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois in 1984. He had a long career working for FM Global Mutual Insurance Company. He was an actor for the last 25 years in local theaters and, most notably, with Christmas Traditions in Saint Charles, Missouri. He was also employed as a standardized patient in the medical schools of Washington University, Saint Louis University and the University of Tennessee as well as other programs in nursing and pharmacy.
Services: Visitation at Holy Infant Catholic Church, Ballwin, on Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, perform an act of kindness. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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We so appreciated and cherished our many years with Steve in St. Charles Christmas Traditions and Las Posadas. He was a wonderful person, fine actor, and good friend. May he be in the peace of heaven and the company of the saints
Frank and Mary Olmsted
Friend
July 15, 2024
Joan I'm so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. I worked with Steve
at C.Trad and he was always kind and warm to everyone.
Jodi Redler
July 13, 2024
Steve and I were friends growing up in Berwick. I still remember some of the crazy things we did as kids and am saddened to learn of his passing. I followed some of his posts on Facebook and know he touched many lives through his Christmas Traditions performances. I offer my condolences to his wife and family.
JOHN GRYSHUK
Friend
July 13, 2024
Dear Joan,
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your loving husband, Steve. I'm keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless Steve, shed His light upon him, bring him healing, and give him peace. Yvonne SMPH
Yvonne Allen
Friend
July 9, 2024
Joan,
Thinking of you at this difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May your husband's memory be eternal.
Sophia Toumbalakis
July 9, 2024
I worked with Steve at Wash U as a standardized patient. We did not know each other well, but I always appreciated his warmth, kindness, humor, and wit. His energy was calming, supportive, and joyous. He encouraged generations of students to communicate with empathy, and he touched the lives of many. What a wonderful man. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends.
Lee Anne Mathews
Coworker
July 9, 2024
Steve and I worked together as standardized patients at Washington University Medical School, sometimes on small projects where it was just he and I. I will remember his kindness and cheerfulness, and the level of depth that he brought to our work in these small groups— He created a legacy of compassion, helping many young doctors develop their ability to communicate with understanding, generosity and patience. I will miss him and send my heartfelt condolences to his family..
Michelle Hand
Coworker
July 8, 2024
I am sorry to see that Wayne passed. He always kept up with me on social media. May you all find comfort in our prayers.
Jeri Wozniak
Family
July 8, 2024
Dear Joan, Nick and I are very sorry to hear about Steve and we send you our prayers and a big hug. We are reminded of the time when the three of us flew into KC every Friday night and back to Chicago early Monday mornings. Also, I think of Steve assistance when I was transferred from Allendale St. Louis to Chicago. I was is shell shock and he often was able to assure life would go on. May he rest in peace and may you find solace in his many memories. Roger and Nick
Roger Clemons
Friend
July 7, 2024
Dear Joan,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Steve was a fun-loving, caring person and will be missed by so many. We were brought together by the marriage of your niece, Gen, and we will forever be thankful to God in the gift of friendship with you and Steve, as a result.
May God Bless you, Joan, and may he hold you in his loving arms in your time of sorrow.
Wanda & Michael Bonasera
Family
July 7, 2024
Joan, we are heartbroken for you upon hearing of Steve’s passing. You two were like two peas in a pod, so we know how hard this will be for you. He lived a very happy, well-rounded life and will be missed greatly. We have many happy memories of the 14 years living beside you on Mark Wesley. Stay strong, May God bless you and the memories of many years with Steve. Paul & Paula Stevens
Paul & Paula Stevens
Neighbor
July 7, 2024
I have nothing but wonderful memories of Steve and his gifted theatrical talents and passion for performance. His joy for theatre was charming and contagious. Sincere condolences to his friends and families
Cathy Coleman
Friend
July 7, 2024
My heart breaks, upon finding out Steve is no longer with us. Steven was a genius, along with being friendly, funny, & a multi-talented friend to many, & loving partner to his brilliant, generous, loving, & caring wife. We shared many birthdays & memories, together, as well as with their mothers. Our tears are never wasted, when they come from the heart. Even from afar, each are missed.
Dayle Ann McKenzie
Friend
July 7, 2024
Our condolences to the family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sondra Wozniak Turnbach
Family
July 7, 2024
Steve and I were boyhood friends in Berwick and roommates at Penn State our Junior year. I am saddened by his passing. May he rest in peace.
John Kondrchek
Friend
July 7, 2024
Dear Joan
May your memories give you comfort at this time and just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that time heals a loti just hang onto those precious memories❤
LaVern Swishet
Friend
July 6, 2024
“Friends warm the heart, lift your spirit, and bless your life.” ~ Author Unknown
Joan, you have our deepest sympathy. Please know you and Steven are in our prayers. May he rest in eternal peace!
~ Leon and Kathy
Leon + Kathleen DeDonder
Friend
July 6, 2024
Joan, you have many wonderful memories, I am sure. Prayers for both of you. Heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
judy neary
Family
July 6, 2024
Love condolances and prayers to you dear Joan. No one ever had a more committed partner. Steven had many gifts and blessings and sufferings. He managed them all with grace and patience and thru you and your prayers found the Pearl of great price. God bless all who love and will miss him. May Steven rest easy in God's loving embrace.
Marcy Miller
Neighbor
July 6, 2024
I worked with him for many years at FM , he was a bright and caring individual.
Jillene Hoffman
Coworker
July 6, 2024
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