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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.
Welcome to the In Memory of Stephan "Steve" Timm's Wreaths Across America Page.
On December 13, 2025 at 11:00 am, In Memory of Stephan "Steve" Timm will be helping Kansas Veterans Cemetery at WaKeeney to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.
"Steve grew up in Paola and graduated from Paola High School in 1974. That same year he married his high school sweetheart, Sharon Christopher and joined the United States Air Force serving as an Avionics Instrument System Technician in Little Rock, Arkansas. During his time with the Air Force, he also earned his private pilot’s license. After his honorable discharge from the military, he began his 37 year career with the United Telephone Company, retiring in 2017.
Steve came to know Jesus as a young adult and maintained a strong faith for the rest of his life. He served as the song leader of Faith Baptist Church in Osawatomie for many years and was active in many other church activities including children’s ministry. He was very willing to share his faith and over the years led many individuals to Christ. He was confident that he would be called home to Heaven some day and lived without fear of the future.
Steve may have been best known for his sense of humor and boisterous story telling; he could spin a tale and those tales would often become more and more elaborate with time. He knew no stranger and was quick to help those around him or just strike up a conversation. He took great joy in being around others whether it be at the local coffee shop, going to watch a country music show, or dressing up to play Santa. Steve also enjoyed woodworking and was great at any handyman task imaginable. His most recent accomplishment was the chicken coop he built for his grandchildren. The chickens quickly became his “baby girls” and he loved taking care of them. Steve was incredibly proud of his five grandchildren and enjoyed attending their various school and sporting events."
Thank you so much for supporting the In Memory of Stephan "Steve" Timm and Wreaths Across America!
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Location Information
403 South 13th Street
WaKeeney, KS 67672, United States
Click here for the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at WaKeeney Page
Directions to Cemetery
Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, please follow the people and signs to the site of the ceremony itself.
Parking Instructions
There is plenty of parking at this cemetery, so feel free to park in any available spot.Ceremony and Volunteer Information
We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Kansas Veterans Cemetery at WaKeeney. Please do not forget to register to volunteer! That way you will get all updates about the cemetery itself.
Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:
- Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
- Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
- Please follow the location coordinators instructions on where to place wreaths, as well as "how" they should be placed.
- We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean-up. Please check in with the location coordinator if you are interested in helping with the clean-up.
The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.
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KSVCWA - Kansas Veterans Cemetery at WaKeeney
Welcome to KSVCWA - Kansas Veterans Cemetery at WaKeeney and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, December 13, 2025 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony). Please click "View" to learn more about our effort or to volunteer to help or click "Sponsor" to purchase wreaths that will be laid on the graves of our fallen heroes by our loyal volunteers.
