Steven H. Nelson, 71, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Pine Haven Christian Home in Sheboygan Falls.
Steve was born to Raymond and Marion (Hess) Nelson on January 25,1954, in Sheboygan. He attended St. Peter Claver Elementary School and graduated from South High School in 1972. He also attended LTC.
He was united in marriage to Linda Horn in October of 1981 at St. Peter Claver Parish. Together they shared over 43 years of marriage.
Steve was a dedicated employee of Kohler Company and worked in various departments for over 30 years until his retirement. He was also a member of the Quarter Century Club and was a member of the Kohler Horseback Riding Club in his earlier years.
He enjoyed being a part of the St. Peter Claver Parish Septemberfest Committee and even held the position of chairman for many years.
Steve is survived by his wife, Linda; daughter, Michelle Wappler; son, Michael Nelson; and grandsons, Isaac and Noah Wappler of Sheboygan. He is further survived by his sisters, Bonnie Nelson of Pewaukee, Sheila Nelson of St. Cloud, MN, Debra (Peter) Weber of Sheboygan Falls, Linda (Luke Weber) Nelson of Wauwatosa; and brothers-in-law Richard Horn of Plymouth and Jerome Horn of the Town of Wilson; nephew, Rob Weber; niece, Jamee (Jon) Gischia; and great-nieces, Bella, Alicyah, and Lilyana Gischia, all of Sheboygan Falls.
He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond and mother, Marion, as well as his father- in-law, William Horn and mother-in-law, Mary Horn.
He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren and enjoyed camping and doing woodworking projects.
A memorial service will be held for Steven at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025 at Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 S. 12th St., Sheboygan, with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 12:00 p.m.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff at Aurora Medical Center, Pine Haven Christian Home and Sharon Richardson Hospice.
A memorial has been established in his name.
