Michael W. Steigleder

Michael W. Steigleder

May 8, 1949 – July 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Steigleder, age 75, who left us suddenly but peacefully on July 13, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska. Mike was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, boss, and friend.

Born and raised in Omaha, Mike was a lifelong resident of the city he loved. He was the son of Josephine and Willard Steigleder, attended Cathedral High School and grew up with a deep appreciation for the Catholic faith, family, hard work, and service to others.  Mike founded MS Services in 1972, a painting company that he tirelessly built over decades, and which became his identity.  There was very little separation between Mike’s professional and personal life by design. He intertwined family, friends, and employees—all of whom became part of his larger MS Services family.

Mike is survived by his wife, Marydale; his daughter Hon. Stephanie Steigleder Shearer and her husband Samuel Jason Shearer; his sons Andrew Willard Steigleder, Zachary Dale Steigleder, and Thomas Michael Steigleder; his six grandchildren, Andrew Willard Steigleder II, Luke Thomas Steigleder, Valerie Anne Steigleder, and Evan Michael Steigleder, the children of Andrew and Allison Broussard Steigleder, and Samuel Beckett Shearer and Callen Richard Shearer. He is also survived by his two loving sisters, Mary Jo Lockart and Anne Marie Clanton, his brother-in-law Carl Clanton, and his loyal dog and constant companion, Gracie.  He is also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law Elizabeth and Paul Vande Kieft, Rod and Nancy Lindstrom, Amy Silk, Dan Julian and numerous nieces and nephews.  

Michael’s work, his family and friends meant everything to him, and he was a pillar of strength, love, and unending support for them.

Mike will be remembered for his booming voice, generous heart, and colorful language.  He had a quick wit, great sense of humor, and was embedded in the lives and welfare of those close to him. Mike was a die-hard Nebraska Cornhuskers football and Creighton basketball fan, never missed a College World Series, and he lived for tailgating, anything off the grill, and sharing food that brought everyone together.  He orchestrated numerous trips to Chicago to visit his grandchildren, to cheer on the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks, and to watch the Huskers when they played at Northwestern.  In the end though, Mike was happiest after a hard day of work and when great food, laughs, and those he loved surrounded him.

Mike’s impact on those who knew him was profound. He was a man for others, known for his generosity, willingness to lend a helping hand, and give a chance to anyone if they were willing to work; however, and whenever he could. Mike was truly one of a kind and he will be deeply missed.  Our greatest hope is that his spirit and legacy of hard work, service, and family will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

The Steigleder family extends their heartfelt thanks to everyone for their support and condolences during this difficult time.

Rest in peace, Big Mikey, you’ve earned it.

VISITATION: Friday July 19, 2024, from 4:00-7:00PM at West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road Omaha with a VIGIL SERVICE at 7:00PM.

Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 10:30AM at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church,   6116 Dodge St. Omaha.

INTERMENT: Calvary Cemetery

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