Steven R. Groe, 48, of Minneapolis, died unexpectedly Feb. 9, 2006.

He was preceded in death by his father Gerald.

Steven is survived and deeply missed by his mother Maxyne, of Austin; siblings, Craig, of Mankato, Gerilyn (Mike) Elsen, of Eden Prairie; nieces, Sylvia, Emmalyn; Aunts and uncles, Evelyn Fjelstad, of Lake Mills, Carmen (Melbourne) Butler, of Northwood, JoEllen (Jim) Bailey, of Mason City, Marilyn (Phil) Peters, Arlen (Rhodette) Groe, Duane (Laurene) Groe, Jean Groe, Louise Groe, all of Albert Lea; and many cousins.

Memorials may be given to the family or the American Lung Association. Graveside services will be announced. Washburn McGreavy, (952) 920-3996, is in charge of arrangements.