Stephen R. Arseneau

Stephen R. Arseneau, 73, of St. Anne, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born May 18, 1951, in Rensselaer, IN the son of Randy and Elaine Arseneau. He graduated Donovan High School in 1969 and served in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1973 on the USS Austin. On May 19, 1989, he married Becky Line Trudeau at their home in St. Anne. Steve worked maintenance at St. Mary’s Hospital for 32 years, retiring in 2016 and was a member of the St. Anne Fire Department for 30 years, the last 15 years he served as Chief. During his time as chief, he taught training classes at KCC aa a CPR instructor. He was also a member of the St. Anne American Legion Post #842, where he had served as commander, Aroma Park Boat Club, 100 Club, and the Pottawatomie Indian Citizen Band. Steve enjoyed going on the pontoon, fishing, going to Florida, eating a few too many plates at holiday dinners, Jimmy Buffet concerts, watching Gunsmoke, and spending time with family. Steve always looked forward to his annual motorcycle trip with 'the guys', as well as spring planting and fall harvest. Most of all he loved “tormenting” his grandchildren and loved to tell everyone a certain type of food will make your poop shine. He is survived by his beloved wife, Becky Arseneau; two sons, Rusty (Josie) Trudeau of Grant Park and Bronc Trudeau of Momence; mother, Elaine Arseneau; brother, Tony (Tina) Arseneau of Cerro Gordo, IL ; sister, Carrie Wren of Beaverville; grandchildren, Austin (Ashley Kelley) Trudeau, Jenna (Alex Ryan) Trudeau, Kayla (Carter) Pomaranski, Holly Trudeau, Jacob (Shannon Baugh) Trudeau, Hailey (Antonio) Lampley, Sydney (Cody Wyatt) Trudeau, Ashli (Jacob Betz) Trudeau, Oliver Trudeau, Joe Carroll, Daven (Alexandra Uhler) Arseneau, and Zoey Arseneau; great grandchildren, Aubrey, Jake Jr., Dixie, Josie Ann, and baby girl Pomaranski due in January 2025; many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles; labs, Stella Rose and Roo Magoo; as well as a host of friends. Preceding him in death are his father, Randy Arseneau; daughter, Kristi Arseneau, and son, Todd Arseneau. Visitation will be held Thursday, September 26, 2024, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Jensen Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held Friday, September 27, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Jensen Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Seed officiating. Burial will immediately follow in St. Anne Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.