Steven L. Mathiason

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Steven Lee Mathiason, 66, of Grand Forks, ND, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 4000 Valley Senior Living on 42nd Woodside Village.

Steve was born in Grand Forks, ND, on May 21, 1954, the son of Elmer & Irene (Brenna) Mathiason.

Steve attended grade school at Americus 23 in rural Thompson. He graduated from Thompson Public School in 1972. As a boy Steve was involved in the 4H Club where he showed his cows alongside his dad.

He went on to farm with his father; brother, Paul and later his son, Chris.

Steve met the love of his life, Karen Ysen in the field out in Brenna Township. They were married June 4, 1977 and continued to farm out in Thompson, ND. Together they raised 2 sons, Chris & Chad.

He was a member of Walle Lutheran Church where he served on the council, was a member of the Men’s Club and taught Sunday School. He also served on the boards for Thompson Elevator for 2 yrs and the Thompson Farmer’s Oil company for 10 yrs. He was a lifetime member of the Red River Archery Club.

Steve enjoyed archery, fishing, hunting, gardening and traveling. He always had a love for farming and was proud of his straight lines in the field. He also enjoyed being able to see both the sunrise and sunset daily.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Karen; sons, Chris (Kera) Mathiason, Chad (Jessica) Mathiason; sisters, Diane Yoder, Karen Freeman, Rita (Rich) Hadley; brother, Paul (Diane) Mathiason; grandchildren, Chayse, Berklee, Skotlyn, Aidan and Corbin as well as several nieces and nephews.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers-in-law, Ralph Yoder & John Freeman.

**In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Walle Lutheran Church or Circle of Friends Animal Shelter in GF.

Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Walle Lutheran Church in rural Thompson, ND.

Visitation will be on Friday from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Amundson Funeral Home. Visitation will continue at the church the hour prior to the memorial service.

Inurnment: (later spring) Walle Lutheran Cemetery.