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Steven “Steve” Lee Schachtschneider, 76, of Morganton, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 16, 2023.
Born in Edgerton, Wisconsin on December 8, 1946, he was the son of Mary Simon Lingo and the late Herbert John Schachtschneider.
Steve was a dedicated employee of Dana Corporation for over 42 years in various roles. When he retired in February of 2015, he was the supervisor of the shipping/receiving department. He started with Dana in Wisconsin and relocated his family in 1978 when he transferred to the Morganton plant. He had a very strong work ethic, and he instilled this ethic in his children.
Steve’s blood ran Green and Gold! He loved to watch any sports, but particularly the Green Bay Packers. He was a fisherman who liked going on charter trips to various places with his closest friends. Steve also enjoyed gambling and made many trips to Cherokee to try his luck on the slots. He may have instilled this in some of his children as well! Another past time Steve enjoyed was cooking and feeding family and friends. He loved to have gatherings at his home, the more the merrier. He was an avid helper of anyone in need, sometimes to his own detriment. However, it did not deter him from continuing to help those less fortunate.
In addition to his mother who is 95 years old, Steve leaves behind a devoted wife of 37 years, Linda Flowers Schachtschneider; children, Stephen Schachtschneider, Trisha Schachtschneider, Tammy Hilliard, James Schachtschneider (Brandi), Tammy Jensen (Yates), Lisa Lange (Chantz); grandchildren, Monica, Dylan, Alisa, Trey, Tate, Logan, Tyler, and Christian; sister, Patti Gullickson (Jim); and sister in law Pam Schachtschneider. Steve considered his grandchildren one of his greatest blessings and bragged on them every chance he got.
Steven was preceded in death by his father and a son, Michael Baldwin; sister, Susan Schachtschneider; brother, Terry Schachtschneider; and grandmothers, Mabel Schachtschneider and Esther Dallman.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Marty Bess officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Steve will be so so missed by so many friends. He was such a wonderful; generous man and all that knew him loved him. he was so fun to work with and such a caring man. He loved his family more than anything and was always there for them. We have both retired from Dana and do not keep in touch, but I still will miss him. He was such a good man and we know he is in a better place now. Hope to see him soon. Love you Schacky. Prayers for his wife and children every day. KathyFrazier. Rest in peace good friend.
We will miss you sweet friend ! RIP !!! Til we meet again !!
So very sorry. Steve was a good friend and a one-of-a-kind character. He will definitely be missed. Praying for the family.
Uncle Steve was a wonderful man he was always willing to help others in need and always encouraging people to better themselves. He was always so good to me and my kids and I am so blessed to have had him apart of my life growing up and now. I will miss him so very much but I know we will see him again. I love ya Pa! Praying for Aunt Linda, Monica and the kids. He loved his family very much.
Steve was one of my closest friends for years but our ways kind of draffed a part to all of his family prayers are being sent Steve was a great friend he will surely be messed my heart is sad and broken for I loved him like a brother rest in peace my friend
My heart aches for Miss Linda, Monica and all the family. You were such a wonderful man Steve. I'll miss our talks about all the money I lost at Harrah's. Until we meet again. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends.
I know the pain of losing your father. May God's gentle hand of mercy be upon your family as you mourn the loss of your loved-one Stephen Sr.
I send my condolences to the family and you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Steve and his amazing family have been friends since childhood. Love and friendship runs very deep in Steve's hometown ♥️🤗