He is survived by his wife Cynthia (Dingman) Sorum, daughter Sarah [Greg] Petner, grandchildren Jack Stephen Petner and Mia Marie Petner; siblings Sharon Hitchcock and Carla [Charlie] Dingman; brother-in-law Dale Kastens, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Bruce Hitchcock, and sister-in-law Jeanine Kastens.
Steve attended Alliance High School and the University of Nebraska. He retired as the Deputy Director of the Nebraska Ethanol Board where he worked for nearly 40 years during a period of historic evolution in the industry. Steve and Todd Sneller were instrumental in the widespread use of ethanol nationally.
Steve was passionate about family, Nebraska football, and golf with his buddies. His friends and family relished his caring, kindness, inclusiveness, and most importantly his sense of humor. He will be sorely missed.
A celebration remembering Steve’s life will be held Saturday 10/12 from 10-12 am at Hillcrest Country Club.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation.