"Lucia and family, sorry for your loss I was going to call but I have no phone no you need anything call me sorry again I know it\'s hard.but they say we must go on. Sharon"
In loving memory of
Steven "Steve" Bartsh
March 17, 1962 - December 26, 2021
Steven (Steve) Dale Bartsh, 59 of Winona died Sunday, December 26, 2021 at his home surrounded by friends and family.
Steve was born on March 17, 1962, to Dale and Jeanette (Pasche) Bartsh in Winona, MN. He went to Lewiston-Altura High School where he earned high achievements in track and field. He grew up in Bethany, MN and later moved to Winona. Steve married Lucia Wachholz on September 24, 1983 in Winona, MN.
Steve was employed by Peerless Chain Company for over 20 years. He was also employed by Winona Industries and Winona Manufacturing. Steve loved golfing with his friends; and spending time with his family playing cards and outdoor summer games. He was an avid Minnesota sports fan, especially the Twins and Vikings. Steve attended a Minnesota Vikings game with his friends and family just weeks before his passing. It was an opportunity of a lifetime that will be remembered forever. He also enjoyed deer hunting with his brothers and nephews each year.
Steve was strong in his Lutheran faith and attended Pleasant Valley Church in Winona. He was very loyal and was willing to help others in need, at any time.
He is survived by his wife, Lucia Bartsh; daughter, Mara Steffes; son, Dylan Bartsh; granddaughter, Lybbi Alexys Bartsh; grandson, Jais Steven Bartsh; siblings, Patty (Ray) Dailey, Pam (Ron) Luehmann, Paulette (Brent) Jones, Susan Bartsh, Mike (Deb) Bartsh, Jeff (Val) Bartsh, Deanna Bartsh, Craig (Tricia) Bartsh; special niece and nephews, Dawn Barr, Todd Dailey, and Eric Bartsh along with many more nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Carol (Steve) Cichosz.
Steve was proceeded in death by his parents, Dale and Jeanette (Pasche) Bartsh and granddaughter, Audryna Grace Bartsh.
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Tributes
"Rest jn peace, free of all pain and sorrows. My sympathies to the family. "
"To all of Steve\'s family you have my deepest sympathy....I didn\'t know your brother however I knew a lot of the girls....May you hold all your happy memories close in your heart and he will only be a heartbeat away.....Margaret Beech... "
"Lybbi, So very sorry for your loss. Fondly, Jeanine"
"To the Barsh family we so sorry for your loss you are in are thoughts and prayers! Kevin and Carrie Jonsgaard"
"To Steve \'s family so sorry for your loss. He was a classmate and always had a smile . Always friendly . Prayers are with you all. "
"Lucia, I am so sorry for you loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"So sorry to hear of Steve?s passing at such a young age. He did excel in track and field and loved running. He always had a big smile on his face and worked hard in practice. I was lucky enough to coach him at Lewiston/Altura high school. Condolences to his family! RIP Steve"
"To all of Steve?s family: I?m so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you. Cherish your beautiful memories with Steve."
"Steve rest in peace with several other classmates and I know you will help us when you see us struggling."
"One of my classmates that was a good friend to have may he rest in peace with several of my classmates and enjoy his time helping us in our time of help"