Lavonne Stegmiller Obituary (1953 - 2021)

Lavonne Stegmiller, 67, Mandan, ND, passed away June 22, 2021, at her home, surrounded by family. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 26, 2021, at DaWise-Perry/Mandan Crematory (4211 Old Red Trail), Mandan with Rev. Dale Nabben officiating. There will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place. Lavonne was born August 2, 1953, at Richardton, North Dakota, to Herman and Anne (Sayler) Bertsch. She was raised and educated in Hebron, North Dakota, graduated from Hebron High School in 1971. She attended Dickinson State University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in business and German. She married Michael Stegmiller on October 30, 1976. They made their home on the family farm near Flasher, ND. Being raised in town, she learned quickly about farming and ranching. Lavonne had numerous furry friends over the years but, especially the orphaned coyote "Napper" and racoon "Peanut". Michael passed away in December 2016. She enjoyed playing cards and going to the casinos. She loved spending time with family and friends. Lavonne was a friend to everyone. She is survived by her sister, Laverne Seehafer; brother-in-law, Dean Baesler; numerous nieces, nephews, the Stegmiller family and special friends, Fran and Deb. Lavonne was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Janice Baesler, brother, Gary Bertsch; and niece, Erin Seehafer; brother-in-law, Steve Seehafer; sister-in-law, Peggy Morgen; mother and father-in-law, Manuel and Frances Stegmiller.