Died Friday June 7, 2019 in Omaha.
Steve was born June 14, 1947 to Clifford and Edith 'Hultman' Mallette. He was raised on his parents' farm near Hooper, Nebr. He was baptized and confirmed at Swaburg Lutheran Church near Hooper. Later, when his parents retired, they moved to Oakland. Steve graduated from Oakland High School and then, went on to Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebr. He moved to Hooper and went to work for the Farmers Coop in Hooper and retired from there. After retirement, Steve started the Hooper Tire and Service at the former Coop location in Hooper. He continued with this business until his death.
He loved music. He sang and played the guitar with a band, The Velvet Haze. He also loved sports and spent much time playing fast pitch softball where he was an outstanding pitcher for several years. Hunting and fishing were two of his priorities. He and his brother Mike spent many long hours together, during the hunting season. Steve was inducted into both the Nebraska Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Nebraska Softball Hall of Fame.
Survivors include his daughters, Cherish Calabretto and Marcy Mallette; grandchildren, Alec and Elyse; great granddaughter Natalie; sisters, Lylas Guthrie and Bonnie Larson; brother, Mike (Donna) Mallette and several nieces and nephews and his dog, Buddy.
Deceased family members include his parents; Sister and Brother-in-law, Vivian and Lee Babcock.
A memorial service is scheduled for July 14th, 2pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Online guestbook at www.hooper-scribner.com
Condolences(4)
Jack Mulliken
Nickerson, NE Sunday, July 14, 2019 I met Steve when I was a young man starting to farm. He ran the coop tire truck. I wanted to help him when he struggled with a tractor tire but soon learned he wanted to do it himself I was just in the way. We had some great talks over the years and he was very good at what he did . A big loss to the area and to me . I'll miss buddy too he was your friend the first time you petted him. Rest in peace my friend.JUDITH OTTEMAN
Meridian, ID Wednesday, June 12, 2019 So sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. Have many memories of my cousin down at our Grandparent's farm when we were young. Condolences go out to his families.Jeff Metschke
Snyder, NE Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Very saddened to hear of Steve's passing. I knew Steve from when I worked at the Snyder Coop Station when I was younger. I always enjoyed talking to Steve. Take care my friend.Alec Peregoy
Bellevue, NE Tuesday, June 11, 2019 R.I.P. Grandpa. You'll be truly missed.