Stephen Andrew Wills

WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Stephen Andrew Wills, age 56, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 31, 2023. He was a resident of Gogebic Care Facility in Wakefield.

Stephen was born to Kenneth and Irene Wills on Feb. 5, 1966, in Ironwood. He attended Norrie Grade School and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1984. He attended Gogebic Community College in Ironwood where he earned a certificate in construction. He was employed in various jobs related to the construction field. Stephen enjoyed spending time with his family, especially fishing with his brothers and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Irene Wills; sister, Joanne Kandoll; nephews, Zachary and Jeremy Wills; and niece, Christin Wills. He is survived by David (Barb) Wills, Boone, Iowa; Paul (Carol) Wills, Owatonna, Minnesota; Ken (Patti) Wills, Skandia; Sue (Brian) Davidson, Green Acres, Florida; George (Lori) Wills, White Bear Lake, Minnesota; and Ron (Brenda Zwick) Wills, Wakefield. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many great-nieces and great-nephews.

Stephen's family would like to express appreciation to the staff of Gogebic Medical Care Facility for their special care, and to Pastor Bruce Estola for his faithful visitation and friendship.

A memorial service will be held April 15 at Ironwood Apostolic Lutheran Church with Pastor Bruce Estola officiating.

McKevitt-Patrick Funeral home is taking care of arrangements.