By Jim Meridith
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  • Visitation

    Thursday, October 25, 2018

    4:00 to 8:00 pm and

    Friday, October 26, 2018

    8:00 to 9:30 am

    Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

  • Service

    Friday, October 26, 2018

    10:00 am

    St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL.

  • Full Obituary

    Steven E. Ficker, Sr., 55, of Highland, IL, died Sunday, October 21, 2018, at Barnes Jewish Hospital, surrounded by his family.

    Steven was born January 18, 1963, to Richard and Phyllis (nee Flaugher) Ficker, Sr. in Granite City, IL. On March 31, 1984, he married Michelle Jenness at St. Elizabeth Church, in Granite City, IL.

    Steve was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, Highland, Steele City Bass Masters, and coached football and baseball for his sons’ teams.

    Actions speak louder than words and the best way to teach is to live your teachings and lead by example. Steve taught his family what a decent, godly man should be by living each and every day in the pursuit of perfection. He had many topics: love, selflessness, generosity, kindness, but above all, he taught that we have this one life, we ought to find joy in everything. Having fun was a priority in every aspect of life. Even in tough times, make it a point to find some joy. In his final days, determined to find the joy, Steve kept his plans to attend Kyleigh’s wedding and join his brother and friends for a weekend at the lake. The anticipation of fun kept his spirit alive and well through the toughest of times. He said it was his honor to teach us all that was important to him. He passed knowing that he had attained his life’s goal.

    He was preceded in death by his Grandparents.

    He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Michelle Ficker, Highland, IL; parents, Richard and Phyllis Ficker Sr., Granite City, IL; children, Steven Ficker Jr., Denver, CO, Joel (Kayla) Ficker, Byrnes Mill, MO, Rose Ficker, Highland, IL; granddaughter, Penelope “PJ” Ficker; brothers, Rick (Tina) Ficker, Edwardsville, IL, Rob (Christine) Ficker, Granite City, IL; many nieces and nephews.

    Memorials may be made to the Highland Quarterback Club or Steel City Bassmasters Charities.

    Visitation: Thursday, October 25, 2018, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and Friday, October 26, 2018, from 8:00 to 9:30 am at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

    Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, October 26, 2018, 10:00 am, St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL.

    Clergy: Fr. Pat Jakel, Pastor, St. Paul Catholic Church.

    Interment: St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery at a later date.

    Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

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18 Condolences
 
  1. DEBBIE AND KEITH AND DEREK AND DANNY FLAUGHER / October 22, 2018 at 5:34 pm

    RIP Steve, you were always fun to be around and had the nicest smile, you will always be loved and never forgotten, give George a hug for me, my heart goes out to all of our family and your friends

  2. Debbie and Keith and Derek Flaugher and Danny Meade / October 22, 2018 at 5:39 pm

    RIP Steve, you were always fun to be around and had the nicest smile, you will always be loved and never forgotten, give George a hug for me, my heart goes out to all of our family and your friends

  3. Laurie Chavez / October 22, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    To the family of Steven, please accept our heart felt condolences. Such a great man, who will be missed by so many. His nights up at Laurie’s Place listening to his favorite, Big Wheel, will be forever in our memories. Soar with the angels!
    Laurie Chavez and Todd Jones.

  4. The Sallee's / October 23, 2018 at 8:14 am

    We are so sorry for the loss of Steve. Our prayers and heartfelt condolences goes out to your family during this very difficult time.

  5. Mary Beth Broughtion / October 23, 2018 at 10:52 am

    My thoughts prayers and love goes to the family. He was a great person. Wonderful hearty and beautiful smile. He loved his family. I will miss seeing him around.

  6. Jack Calve / October 23, 2018 at 10:54 am

    Sincerest condolences and sympathies from Uncle Jack, Cousin Wes and Aunt Francy. Your loss is our loss. A good man is gone.

  7. Ray Harris / October 23, 2018 at 12:26 pm

    We are truly heartbroken to hear of your passing. You will be missed deeply! May God be with you and your family at this time. God be with you all!

  8. Julia Ross Ringering / October 24, 2018 at 7:12 am

    Rest In Peace Steve. May your family be surrounded by God’s healing grace during this time of sorrow.

  9. Greg and Janis Patton / October 24, 2018 at 7:39 am

    Greg and I are truly saddened by Steve’s passing. We are so happy we saw you not so long ago and have no words to express our feelings at this time. We are out of town and cannot be there this week, but know you and your family are in our prayers. We will always remember going to Happy Joe’s, a special memory for us.
    Please express our heartfelt condolences to Steve and Phyllis.

  10. Helen Davidson / October 24, 2018 at 10:45 am

    Steve I’m at a loss for words at hearing about your passing. From as far back as I can remember you always had a smile on your face and always had a kind word for everyone. You made this world a better place. My heartfelt condolences go out to Michelle and your family.

  11. Allan Bloemker / October 24, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Always fun to be around You will be missed by a lot of relatives and friends Al Bloemker

  12. Becky Kimberlin / October 24, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    Dear Ficker Family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My mom is your neighbor and he was always so kind to her. I am always so Thankful she has people looking out for her. May he rest in Peace. Thinking and praying for your family during this difficult time.

  13. Judy Hereford / October 24, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    Steve coached my son, Graham Hereford (d. 2008) in baseball years ago and nicknamed him Boog bc Graham reminded him of Boog Powell. Steve was a great coach and a wonderful person. May he rest in
    peace in the loving arms of God.

  14. Pamela Prosser / October 24, 2018 at 6:15 pm

    To the Ficker Family: My heart grieves for all of you. Steve was a true person. He liked you or he didn’t. Very few he didn’t like. Always smiling, laughing, being all crazy with everyone. I’m thankful that I got to know him many years ago, and just know you all are in my prayers every day.

    God Bless You all and Hold you High above the Circumstances.

    Mike & Pam (Cox) Prosser, Luke & Lindsey (Flaugher) Greene

  15. Kathy Dunnagan / October 24, 2018 at 9:43 pm

    Sending thoughts and prayers to the entire Ficker family! May you find peace and comfort in the days, months and years ahead! Cherish all the memories, and know he will be with you always!

  16. Dorothy Votoupal-Hayes / October 25, 2018 at 10:52 am

    Michele and family. Please accept our condolences. We know the hole in your heart can never be filled again in this world. Hugs and prayers. May he rest in peace.

  17. Suzanne Pashea / October 25, 2018 at 4:58 pm

    Rest in peace Steve. I will always remember you as such a kind and happy man!
    Michelle, I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.

  18. Patti Franklin / October 25, 2018 at 7:01 pm

    Michelle and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I’m so sorry I won’t be in town to hug you! You and Steve were always the perfect couple. Your love was so evident and touching to witness. May God wrap you in his arms of comfort and love. RIP Steve. ❤️🙏🏻

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