Stephen will be remembered with deep respect and enduring love by those who knew him best. Fiercely loyal to the people he held close, he showed up with steadfast devotion, a strong work ethic, and a presence that could steady a room, often sharpened by a wonderfully dark and wicked sense of humor that friends and family came to recognize as uniquely his.
Stephen carried a lifelong dedication to discipline and perseverance. He was very athletic and excelled in soccer during high school, later pushing himself to complete four marathons. In time, he took up golf, bringing the same determination and focus to the game. He also took great pride in his work and truly loved working for DeBoer’s bakery in Holland. Away from work and the course, Stephen’s loyalty extended to the teams he followed faithfully: the Chicago Bears and the Chicago White Sox.
Stephen is survived by his wife, Lisa Pejchl; daughter, Hailey (Shane) Kaylor; favorite grandson, Ryder Kaylor; brother, John Pejchl; niece, Marilynn Boss; nephew, Brandon Pejchl; brothers-in-law, Kevin Kossman and Brian Kossman; mom, Donna (Chihak) Markakis; and father, Don Pejchl.
Stephen was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ruth and Ed Buehrle; uncle, Bob Buehrle; mother, Marilynn (Buehrle) Pejchl; and brother, Jim Pejchl.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 2-4 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. Holland, MI 49424.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to hospice of holland.
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