In loving memory of

Steven "Trapper" James Christle
June 11, 1949 - June 28, 2020

Steven Trapper Christle age 71, of Royalton, passed away on June 28, 2020. A memorial service will take place on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the Emblom Brenny Funeral Home in Little Falls, MN, at 11:00 AM, with a visitation taking place one hour prior to the service. A private burial will take place later that day at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN.

Steven James Christle was born on June 11, 1949, the son of James and Evelyn (Campbell) Christle of Royalton, Minnesota. Steven graduated from Royalton High School in 1967, attended Minnesota State in Mankato and joined the United States Navy in 1968. He became a hospital corpsman at Balboa Navy Hospital in San Diego, California. After being honorably discharged from the Navy, Steven began working for Christle Construction and eventually shared a partnership in the company with his brother Bill. In 1992 Steven spent time in Kodiak, Alaska as a commercial fisherman. Later he started working for PCI Roads and remained with them until his retirement.

When Steven was not working, he was hunting, fishing, fur trapping and trading. As a child he acquired the nickname Trapper, a name more people in the community knew him by. Trapper loved the great outdoors, animals and natural science. This fascination started when he was old enough to walk and always went to the door wanting to go outside for an adventure. Trapper could help anyone with whatever hunting or fishing questions they had. He enjoyed sharing his knowledge and passion with others. He was a lifetime member of the North American Hunting Club. Steven Trapper will be missed by his family and the community where he lived.

Steven Trapper Christle passed away on June 28, 2020. He is survived by his sister, Julie Christle, and her husband, Ed Stubblefield, of Plymouth; brother, Bill Christle, of St. Cloud; niece, Amy Stubblefield Barthel of Minneapolis; nephew, David Christle of California and many lifelong friends and neighbors. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Evelyn Christle; and his beloved partner of 18 years, Judy Janey.

A memorial service will take place on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the Emblom Brenny Funeral Chapel in Little Falls, Minnesota at 11:00 AM. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the chapel. A private family burial will take place later that day at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls, MN.

Arrangements for Steven are with the Emblom Brenny Funeral Service of Royalton Little Falls.

Tributes

Jill Killeaney Guith wrote on Jul 7, 2020:

"Rest in Peace Steve,Hoppy, Marlene, Jill & Boys"

Carrie Modrynski wrote on Jul 7, 2020:

"RIP Steve. Ill always remember the times we would all go help to load the Moreys trucks with the carp from the traps."

Alan and Nancy Dancer wrote on Jul 5, 2020:

"Our deepest condolences to Julie and Bill for their loss. Steve was a very good friend of ours and he will surely be missed by us and all who knew him. Steve and I were going thru our Cancer ordeal the same time and we would see each other at the Cancer Center. Always trying to keep each other's attitude positive. I know he is finally at peace and in good company with Clem and the rest of his family and friends. RIPAlan and Nancy Dancer"

Linda Winscher Burkhard wrote on Jul 4, 2020:

"Just heard of his passing. So sorry to hear that. I went to high school with him back in those good ole days and always remember him as being a handsome , charming guy. Lots of girls had a crush on him as I remember. May he rest in peace now."

DAN POPP wrote on Jul 4, 2020:

"TO MY DEAREST FRIEND IN LIFE EVER. I WILL MISS YOU BUDDY. GOD BLESS AND SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE. THE GOOD LORD BETTER HAVE ICE FISHING. LOVE YOU STEVE."

Rozanne (Sauer) Sobania wrote on Jul 3, 2020:

"May the good Lord wrap his arms around all, give you strength and comfort now and forever. God Bless. Steve is at peace God Bless him."

Connie wrote on Jul 3, 2020:

"My sincere sympathy to Julie and Bill.STEVE was a dear FREIND of Kool.HE WILL BE heartedly missed,HE was my last link to Tom.Rest in peace."

Sandy Wright-Olson wrote on Jul 3, 2020:

"My sympathies to Steves family. I met Steve through Judy , she was my best friend. Rest in eternal peace Steve ."

Mike and Peggy kuchinski wrote on Jul 2, 2020:

"You are free now. No more pain, No more problems"

Lorraine DeckerJanski wrote on Jul 2, 2020:

"My deepest sympathy Bill, Julie and family. Steve was a very dear friend to my entire family. I will always cherish the memories and Im sure him and Eddie are reminiscing and probably shaking dice or playing cards. Rest In Peace dear friend."

Dolores Colombe wrote on Jul 2, 2020:

"May god let you fly high on angels wings."

Julie Sievert wrote on Jul 2, 2020:

"Bill,So sorry for your loss. Prayers for youJulie Sievert"