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Stephen “Chili” Sunderland

March 17, 1952 - November 9, 2019
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Koepsell Murray Funeral Home
N7199 Crystal Lake Rd.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Sunday 12/1, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Koepsell Murray Funeral Home
N7199 Crystal Lake Rd.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Sunday 12/1, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Stephen J. “Chili” Sunderland, 67, of Horicon, formerly of Beaver Dam, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 9, with his dog Sandy and wife Ellen at his side. A memorial gathering will take place on December 1st from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Sandra Schieble officiating at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam. Inurnment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon. He was born March 17, 1952, to Ruth (Miller) Sunderland and Victor F. Sunderland. He married Ellen M. Wagener May 3, 1980, at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon.Steve worked in the Fort Atkinson foundry, Rochester Silo, Foxx Fence, but found his natural talent in bartending. Eventually he owned and operated Chili’s Place, The Silver Dollar, a family sparnfarkel business, S&S Catering, with his brother Vic, JES’s Restaurant, Marshland Café in Horicon, and finally running the Dodge County Fair Concession Stand for 10 years, retiring in 2009. He had a passion for Harley riding and hunting with his family and friends. His pool shooting skills gave him notoriety in the Beaver Dam area, allowing him to serve as Dodge County Pool League President and Secretary/Treasurer for over 20 years. Steve, Ellen, and daughter Jill loved going to live concerts together enjoying over 110 performances of well-known artists.He will remain in the hearts of his wife of 40 years, daughter Jill (Jaemeson) Pohlmeier, grandson Jay Pohlmeier the joyful light of his life, brother Victor L. (Kathy) Sunderland, sister Diane Meisenburg, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters; Donna Emery, Kay Gerber, Karen Sunderland.The family is especially appreciative and thankful for all the kindness and care provided him during the last 8 years from the doctors, nurses, staff, and friends at the Waupun Dialysis Center.

Service
Koepsell Murray Funeral Home
N7199 Crystal Lake Rd.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
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Sunday 12/1, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Koepsell Murray Funeral Home
N7199 Crystal Lake Rd.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Map
Sunday 12/1, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Stephen J. “Chili” Sunderland, 67, of Horicon, formerly of Beaver Dam, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 9, with his dog Sandy and wife Ellen at his side. A memorial gathering will take place on December 1st from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m. with theContinue Reading

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Patti Schumacher left a message on December 1, 2019:
Ellen & family... My heart goes out to you. I have a lot of good memories of Chil from the late 70's. I'm so glad he had you, Ellen, to fulfill his life. He will not be forgotten.
Edwin Rahn left a message on November 30, 2019:
Miss you my old friend!
Glenn&JoAnn Stommel left a message on November 20, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.
Becky (Doug) Coleman left a message on November 19, 2019:
I met Chili several times over the years, very nice man. My husband knew him better and always spoke highly of him. My thoughts are with you and the family during your time of loss.
Sue VANDEKOLK left a message on November 18, 2019:
"CHILI", such a dear man. Was blessed to greet him quite a few mornings. Always had a great attitude. Spoke proudly of his family. Loved telling about his cooking and concerts. Thankful to have known him. God bless and comfort the ones he loved so much.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Les Schwandt left a message on November 16, 2019:
Will always remember our pool games, Les Schwandt
Pam Stoner left a message on November 16, 2019:
My sincere condolences to Ellen and the family. May the many happy memories stay in your hearts and help you heal in this most difficult time. Prayers and hugs!
john miller left a message on November 15, 2019:
So sorry to hear of Chili passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. John Miller Beaver Dam.
Mary Georg left a message on November 15, 2019:
The world just lost a wonderful man and you a loving husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Chili is dearly missed.
Lisa Schulte left a message on November 14, 2019:
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barb Zimmerman left a message on November 14, 2019:
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Dawn Indermuehle Sadowske left a message on November 14, 2019:
Vic,Kathy and Dianne,
I am so sorry for your loss. We had some great times when dad had the tavern shooting pool. My prayers to the rest of Chili's family also.
Darlene Wuolle left a message on November 14, 2019:
Ellen, my families loving thoughts are with you and all of your family and friends! May God keep you all safe!
Karen Callies left a message on November 13, 2019:
Ellen, and Jill, you have my deepest sympathies. I have great memories, working with all of you at the fairground concessions. At least he isn't suffering any more. He will be missed!!!
Glenn Miller left a message on November 13, 2019:
Would like to offer my condolence to chilis passing . Great guy was lucky to know him. Thoughts and prayers
David Kotewa left a message on November 13, 2019:




Dear Ellen and Sunderland Family. My deepest sympathies to you on the loss of Steve. Although we only worked together a short time, Steve's personality left good memories for me, and I am so sorry to learn of his passing. Ellen, may your spiritual depth give you strength at this time. Hugs and prayers to you.
Connie Wokff left a message on November 13, 2019:
Ellen, mayGod grant you his loving comfort at this time.
Connie Wolff
Rachel Guenther left a message on November 13, 2019:
My deepest sympathies to your family. Chili was a standup one of a kind man with a big heart. He will be greatly missed by many.
Faith Klostreich left a message on November 13, 2019:
So many great memories of this gentle bear of a man. I'm glad to have known him throughout many seasons of his life and grateful that Jay got to know his Grandpa Chili. Sending all my love to he Sunderland family.
Kathy and Charlie Woock and Christian left a message on November 13, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. He will be greatly missed. He was a hard worker and a good friend.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Donna Chase left a message on November 13, 2019:
R.I.P. Chili- May God give the family strength during this difficult time. Donna Chase
Gwenyth Sisson left a message on November 13, 2019:
Dearest Ellen,
Gordy and I are saddened by such a loss in your life. Please know that our deepest sympathies are with you as well as our wish for you to find peace in the fond memories you hold.
Gwen and Gordy Sisson
kris watry left a message on November 13, 2019:
So very sorry for your loss!
Diane Lechner left a message on November 13, 2019:
Tom and I send our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace.
Bob and Kay Hull left a message on November 13, 2019:
RIP Chili!
Barbara Hyne left a message on November 13, 2019:
So very sorry for you and your families loss,Steve was and always will be one of the most kind and caring person's I've ever know. May he rest in peace and may your family know that's he'll always be watching over you all.
Lisa La Reau left a message on November 13, 2019:
I am so deeply saddened and sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences for the family. He will greatly missed by many.
Ted Hazelberg left a message on November 12, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ellen!!!
Molly Henkel left a message on November 12, 2019:
Thoughts and prayers you you Ellen. My husband Hans and Chili were dialysis buddies. He will be missed.
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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