January 25, 1953 – September 26, 2025
Leo R. Steger, Jr., age 72, of Byrnes Mill, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on September 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was a true fighter, having faced the challenges of ALS with remarkable strength and grace. Despite the disease taking away his ability to walk, talk, and breathe, Leo’s unwavering faith and love for his family carried him through to the end.
Leo was the beloved husband of Linda (née Lagermann) for over 51 years. He was a proud father to Michael (Carolyn) Steger and Karen (Bill) McMahan, and a cherished Papa to Emilee and Alyson McMahan, Step-grandpa to Kathy (Thomas) Pittman, and John Nagy. Step-great grandpa to Anthony and Lucas Willmann and Layla Hodgkins. Leo was also a devoted brother to Janice (late Paul) Bowker of California, Brother-in-Law, and a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Leo served from 1972 to 1975 and remained in the reserves for an additional 10 years. After retiring as a Mechanical Engineer, Leo enjoyed playing golf and had a special fondness for cheering on the Cardinals.
Leo’s life was defined by his kindness, humor, and deep commitment to his family. He will be dearly missed by all who have had the privilege of knowing him.
Order of Service
Visitation
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Immediate Family: 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Friends and Loved Ones: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
10:30 AM
Location: St. Anthony of Padua, 3009 High Ridge Blvd, High Ridge, MO 63049
Burial & Military Honors
12:30 PM
Location: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
In memory of Leo Steger, please consider donating to the ALS Association in place of flowers. Dedicated to Finding a Cure for ALS | The ALS Association
You are no longer in Pain. You are smiling down us letting us know you are playing golf. Love you
He is no longer suffering and is at peace
Carolyn and Mike, you and your family have my deepest condolences. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Amie Lemakis
Our deepest sympathy to all your family, s good friend and fellow golfer ,He’s at peace now 🙏. John and Maureen Bono
Our very deepest sympathy, Linda to you, Michael, Karen and your family. We’ve been overwhelmed with 40 plus years of precious memories between our families. Your pain is over, Leo. RIP our dear friend. Love to you all
Debbie & Gary Clark
My condolences to Leo’s wife, children, family and friends. I worked with Leo and he was a joy to be around. He will truly be missed.
I had the honor of knowing Leo for the past few years because of his love for golf. It was always a pleasure to be around Leo. He always had such fervor and love for the game. Great fun if you were lucky enough to have him as a partner in your group. My condolences to his family. All of us DUFFERS will miss him.
There will never be another man like Leo, always there to lend a helping hand, kindness that overflowed, my deepest sympathy for the loss to his family and friends. Leo was one of a kind. They’ll never be another one like him. His love of golf was wonderful. . He’d get there early and have all our carts ready to go, save spaces for our parking , even brought snacks to share..the world lost a wonderful man. Rest in perfect peace Leo.
Steger Family. We are both truly sorry for your loss. Leo was an amazing man to his family and to anyone that was fortunate enough to meet him. We are sending lots of love, hugs and prayers to all of you.
Brian and Carrie ❤️🙏