Steven Corell
October 16, 2011
Steve Corell, 74, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011, at home in West Des Moines. He was born July 30, 1937, in Des Moines to Stan and Christine (Brauchler) Corell.
Steve was an independent thinker and those who knew him would call him a self-made man and entrepreneur. He started Corell Contractor, Inc. with one end loader digging residential basements in 1959, and grew the business into one of the most successful excavating and grading companies in the Midwest. Steve also established the KYBO Company as well as other various businesses in the Des Moines area.
Steve graduated from Tech High School. He was a board member of Operating Engineers Local #234. Steve was a visionary – an American Picker before it was cool. He enjoyed his collection of cars, antiques, and pressed steel toys, as well as refinishing furniture and attending car shows. Steve was a wine and cigar aficiando and found joy in spending time with his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor, was a kind, honest, and loving man who touched many lives. Steve will be missed by all who knew him and those who were privileged enough to call him friend.
Steve is survived by his loving wife, Mary; children, Reneé (Mark) Corell-Newman, Grant (Sarah) Corell, Robert (Deana) Hosier, Sheri (Todd) Budzik, Theresa (Darin) Zabel, and Jennifer (Jason) Buchkowski; 11 grandchildren; sisters, Jodine (Bob) Coy and Nancy (Howard) Hecker. He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family will greet friends from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, October 20, 2011, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 21, 2011, at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, with burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Rifle Association in loving memory of Steve.
Jan Cooper
10/21/2011
Dear Mary, Grant and Renee,
Losing a husband and father is always the last thing in one's mind. It is just not going to happen. Coping is not something anyone is prepared to do, but then all of a sudden it is a must. My heart goes out to you all. Time does help, but the grief becomes internal and is always with us.
Corell reunions won't be the same without him. He never had much to say, but was always sure we had mounds of fried chicken on the table.
My heart goes out to you - you have my sympathy and may time make the going easier.
Bill Murphy
10/20/2011
Grant and family,
My sincere condolences. May you be surrounded by family and friends who share your love for Steve and may you be comforted by God's peace.
Steve Corell was one of my first clients at Bishop Engineering, shortly after I graduated college. Steve and I went to several meetings with the City of WDM during his development of the area that is now the home of Corell Contracting. After each meeting Steve would offer to buy me lunch or dinner and a drink. He always had a joke to tell and there were lots of laughs. Steve once told me, "stick with me kid, I'll take you to the top." I appreciated his friendship and am glad to have known him.
Peace,
Bill Murphy
GEORGE KINLEY
10/20/2011
THE GOEELL FAMILY, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AS I KNEW STEVE FRON A SOCIAL ASPECT AND ALWAYS ENJOYED MY TIME AROUND HIM. I WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE SERVICES BUT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU.
Janet & Kevin Mienke
10/20/2011
Renee & Family,
We just heard today of your loss. We send you the best of thoughts at this time and always. These times are never easy but remember this through it all, you have a support system just a phone call away.
Friends,
Janet & Kevin Mienke
barb ward
10/19/2011
my sympathy to all of Steve's family...may you find solace in the memory of
his love for life. May loving arms surround you all...
Fred Grau
10/19/2011
Dear Mary and Jennifer,
My sincere condolences. I was surprised to read about your loss. Enjoy the great memories that you have.
Sincerely,
Fred
Rosalie and Bob Antrim
10/19/2011
Steve was a good friend since 1962. We enjoyed his company many an evening. After dinner he often fell asleep in our family room recliner following a hard days work. We know you will all miss him terribly. Our best to the family. Rosalie and Bob Antrim, Florida
Kevan Cortright
10/18/2011
I am very sorry the family must endure the sudden loss of Steve.I will miss him in ski country where we enjoyed many happy times.I will never forget him and send you my heartfelt sympathy and prayers for support.God bless and give you strength.
David and Dianne Wisniewsky
10/18/2011
Our condolences to the family.
Charly Marchack
10/18/2011
I would like to off my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy on your loss. May the outpouring of sympathy, the kind acts of friends and strangers and the comfort in knowing that your loss is felt by many, help you through this difficult time.
Alex Dingman
10/18/2011
Grant & Renee,
I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how I know the pain you are going through right now. Draw close to your families and even closer to God through the coming days, weeks and longer as your lives continue on with your dad. Time will help to ease the pain. But take the time to feel it and talk it out as you struggle. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. I would be happy to lend an ear anytime.
Many prayers to you and your families, my cousins!
Alex
Winnie Williams
10/18/2011
Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss.
When I remember way back to the time I spent working with you and Steve, I smile. He had a special way about him that made you smile.
He will be remembered fondly by many I am sure.
Winnie
James Eginoire
10/18/2011
Renee and Grant,
You have my heart felt condolences. I'm so sorry for your loss, I know how hard it is and words do little to replace your dad.
I never had the opportunity to get to know your dad and only met him at weddings and funeral.
Still it makes little difference as I feel like I knew him from stories and photos and understand very much how hard this is for you.
You and your families are in my prayers that the comfort and peace of Christ will carry you through the difficult times to come.
Love Jim
Allison
10/18/2011
Renee' and Grant,
Sorry isn't enough to express my feelings about your loss. Your Dad wasn't just my Uncle, but also my Godfather, who allowed me so many unique experiences when I was growing up...race boats, three wheelers, cool cars and even a pool to swim in when we visited. He was truly an exceptional man and though I didn't see him often anymore, I will miss him too !! Love you both !!
sandra zukauska
10/18/2011
renee; i am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing.
you and your family have my deepest sympathy
losing a parent is always harder than you anticipate
i know you will miss him know that i am here if you need me
lol
sandy z