Stephen Baete Obituary

We announce the death of Stephen Baete of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, who passed away on August 11, 2026, at the age of 83. Stephen will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Stephen Baete to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Louis Baete and Alta Baete (Wick); his sister JaNelle Baete; and his sister-in-law Cheryl Baete. He is survived by: his wife Laura Baete of Sioux Falls, SD; his children, Marty Baete of Canoga Park, CA, Scott Baete (Marilene) of Sioux Falls, SD, Kelli Lemke (Travis) of Chanhassen, MN, Kristie Trimarco (Thomas) of Bow, NH, Michael Durband (Suzy) of Oxford, PA, Matthew Durband (Heidi) of Hartford, SD and Molly Joseph (Phillip) of Brandon, SD; his grandchildren, Emma, Sarah, Peyton, Ellen, Griffin, Mary-Katherine, Grace, Christopher and Addison; and his siblings, Karen Weires (Jerry) of Omaha, NE and Gregory Baete (Debbie) of Harrisburg, SD.