Stephen Willer

Stephen Willer died unexpectedly February 17, 2022 in Gig Harbor, WA surrounded his wife and kids. He is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Kimberlee, his children, Karen Willer and Jasen Willer, his brother Phil Willer, 8 nieces & nephews, 8 great nieces and nephews with two more on the way, and an adopted daughter and grand-daughter. He is also survived by a great deal of friends that he considered family,especially his lifetime friend of 62 years Cub. He is preceded in death by his parents Hugh and Lucille Willer of Pleasanton, CA.

Steve worked for Chevron for 34 years in both Southern CA and Northern CA, eventually retiring in Dublin, CA at the age of 49. After retirement he traveled to the UK and Europe, and took up woodworking; designing many pieces of furniture for the home and family. He also enjoyed playing golf, working in the backyard he designed himself, and taking car of his new toy, his 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.  Anyone who knew Steve, knew of his deep and abiding love for Kim, Karen and Jasen.

Steve chose to give the gift of life by, donating his corneas for transplant, his skin for burn victims, and other organs for medical research.

Services will be held on Thursday, February 24 at Gaffney Funeral Home, 1002 S. Yakima Tacoma, WA 98405.  A viewing for those wishing to see Steve one last time from 11:00am-12:00 pm, service to follow from 12:30pm-2:00pm. For those unable to attend the service, a live video stream will be available. Reception to follow at Steve’s house. Please celebrate Steve by wearing bright colors and Seahawks gear, he wouldn't want people mourning him. In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made to the following charities that represent causes that Steve held dear.

Gary Sinise Foundation

https://www.garysinisefoundation.org

Shriners Children's

https://www.shrinerschildrens.org

The Wishing Well Foundation

http://thewishingwellwa.org