Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Stephen P. Radank
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
"The good man does not escape all troubles, he has them too, but the Lord helps him in each one." Psalm 34:19
Stephen P. Radank, age 54, of Oshkosh, was unexpectedly taken home to be with his Lord on Monday, March 22, 2010. In death Steve was able to help other people by being a tissue donor. He was born August 23, 1955, in Milwaukee to the late William and Arline (Froemming) Radank.
He was a graduate of Washington High School in Milwaukee. In 1991, Steve came to know the Lord and was baptized and became a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Appleton, where was a AWANA leader, served as the treasurer, and with a voice that God gifted him with and he loved to use, sang in the choir. On May 14, 1994, Steve's life changed when he married Kay Lynn Allen, and this brought him his greatest gift, his son Isaac.
Steve had worked as a security guard for the Oak Creek Power Plant in Milwaukee, did route sales and delivery for Levy Periodicals, and did assembly work for Simmons Mattress in Neenah. Due to physical limitations, Steve was forced to retire, but even in disability God was always first in his life. What his disability took from his body could not take from his spirit and he always continued to be positive.
Steve enjoyed collecting sports memorabilia with his brother Peter, and they went to signings where he met many professional athletes. He was an avid John Wayne fan, collecting John Wayne memorabilia, and also had collections of Occupied Japan items and sports cards. Steve was a Star Trek fan and was a member of the U.S.S. Fox River Star Fleet International Organization. He loved to cook and collected, studied, and read cook books from cover to cover.
Steve is survived by his wife, Kay Lynn Radank, of Oshkosh; one son, Isaac Carl Allen Radank, of Oshkosh; two brothers, John (Rose) Radank, of Hohenfels, Germany; Peter Radank, of West Bend; in-laws, Todd and Donna Allen, Lana and Ron Fisher, Kathleen and Andrew Kintopf, all of Oshkosh; Faye and Dennis Storck, of Hot Springs, Arkansas; and nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, Steve was also preceded in death by one brother, William Radank; and an infant nephew, William Carl Radank.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at Mueller Funeral Home, Winneconne, with Pastor David Eisley officiating. A Visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, an education fund has been established for Steve's son Isaac.
"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be no mourning, nor crying, nor pain any more, for the former things have passed away." Revelation 21:4
Mueller Funeral Home
904 E. Main St. P.O. Box 250
Winneconne, WI 54986
(920) 582-4242
Please submit online condolences to
www.muellerfuneralhomeinc.com
Clarke and Tammy Davison wrote on March 25, 2010
Dear Kay Lynn and Isaac, What we remember most about Steve was his sense of humor. He always seemed to have a smile and just a love of people. He will live on in many hearts, as he touched many lives. We are so sorry for your pain and sorrow. God is with you now and forever. What joy there will be when we see Steve again in Heaven.
Paulette (Froemming) Sidler wrote on March 25, 2010
Dear Kay Lynn and family,
I was saddened to hear of Steve's passing. Although we've long since lost touch, I've always kept the memories of my cousin close. What I remember most is that Steve loved to laugh. During the later part of my youth, family events meant that he and I got to hang out together, and I looked forward to that as much as our Grandmothers' cream cheese pinwheels! I wish you and your family strength - please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Paulette
Lisa Saunders wrote on March 24, 2010
Dear Kay and Isaac,
I am so sorry to hear of your husband/father's passing. I took care of Isaac at Pied Piper Daycare.
I remember him bringing Isaac in and how much love there was between them. May your memories bring you comfort. God be with you at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
trish reid wrote on March 24, 2010
Kay and Isaac we are all thinking of you and love you deeply. If you need anything or just a friend to talk to pray with or even cry with I am here. We love you trish, brandon and kids
David McMullin wrote on March 24, 2010
I remember Steve coming to my office at Emmanuel Bapstist Church and wanting to become a member. I asked if he knew whether he had eternal life or not, and he said no and wanted me to show him how he could know for sure. I opened the bible and showed him the plan of salvation and he received Jesus into his life that day.
I also remember him being someone to bring us laughs in the choir. I would get a bit serious before Christmas and Easter cantatas and he would always think of something funny to do to break the pressure. One time he and the bass section put on these weird looking fake beards just at a certain place in the cantata . . wow! Lots of laughs.
He is in Heaven and so enjoying it there right now. It is hard for those who are left behind. Know that God holds you in his hands and that my prayers are with and for you all. Steve was a great man of God and will be missed by all who knew him. "There is therefor now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Romans 8:1
Patti and Tom Butler wrote on March 24, 2010
Dear Kay Lynn and Isaac,
You have our deepest sympathies. We were saddened to hear of Steve's death. We have been praying for you as you grieve his death and yet are comforted knowing that he is present with the Lord. We have very wonderful, fond memories of Steve and his time at Emmanuel. I remember working diligently with him to learn his part for the many cantatas we sang and the great times we had with him in AWANA. I enjoyed working with him as our treasurer. We won't be able to make the Memorial Service but will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
1 Thess. 4:13-18
Patti and Tom
Garrick & Linda Eppinger wrote on March 23, 2010
There are some people you know, then there are others who are family.. Steve, Kay Lynn and Isaac have been and always shall be part of our family..
and we know we will see Steve again when the good Lord calls us all home to be with him..