"We were sorry to hear of Steve\'s passing. I met Steve as we were the original members of the Best Buy sales team when it came to town. He was our expert in photography equipment and was a pleasure to work with in the video department. Later I would see him at the Walmart Electronics desk and would connect with him on his advice when purchasing items. He was a good friend and will be missed. "
In loving memory of
Steven Bergsgaard
April 12, 1956 - April 12, 2021
ONALASKA, WI - Steven "Steve" P. Bergsgaard, 65, of Onalaska, WI died on Monday, April 12, 2021, at his home of natural causes.
Steve was born on April 12, 1956, in Preston, MN to Royce and Dorothy (Knutson) Bergsgaard. He was raised in Houston and was a 1974 graduate of Houston High School. Steve attended Moorhead State University. He then transferred to Winona State University where he graduated with a degree in Mass Communications. Following graduation, Steve moved to Onalaska. He worked for Best Buy and Walmart in their electronics departments. As a child Steve would build and shoot off rockets with his friends. In July of 1969, Steve and his family witnessed the take-off of the Apollo 11 spacecraft which was launched at Cape Canaveral and was the first to land on the moon. Steve had a great interest in meteorology, photography, sci-fi movies and golfing.
He is survived by his parents: Royce and Dorothy of Houston; three sisters: Sue (Carl) Nelson of Little Canada, MN, Linda Olson of La Crescent, MN and Mary (Bill) Buenger of Rockford, MN; six nieces and nephews: Mandy, Kristen, Drew, Dana, Nicole and Kayla; two great-nephews: Lucas and Matthew; a great-niece, Claire; anticipated great nephew in July; his special friend, Shelly Dee Maas; and his loving pets.
There will be a drive through visitation at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 16. Please enter the church parking lot from the north and drive under the church awning where the family will greet you. There will be a graveside service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, at the Stone Church Cemetery with Reverend Linda McPeak officiating.
The family prefers memorials directed to the Stone Church Cemetery.
Please leave a memory of Steve and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com
Tributes
"Royce and Dorothy and family our deepest sympathy to your family! You are in our thoughts and prayers!"
"Royce and Dorothy and family we send our deepest sympathies to all of you at this difficult time. "
"Royce & Dorothy, I am so sorry for your loss. My sympathy to you & your family."
"Royce, Dorothy and family. I am saddened to hear this. Steve was always a nice guy and I know many will miss him. I\'m sending out prayers and Condolences to your whole family. The Class of 74 has lost another one of those easy to talk to friends. Dera Hanson and Paul Landry. "
"Royce, Dorothy, and family, I am so so sorry to hear this. Please know you are in the prayers of many at this sad time."
"My deepest sympathies to the family of Steve. Steve was a fellow classmate of \"74\" graduating class and a wonderful person."