Stephen Michael Ziem

Steven “Benny” Ziem was born in St. Louis, MO, on July 16, 1963. He passed away on February 14, 2026, at the Parkland Health Center, Farmington, MO, from a lengthy struggle with multiple health conditions. He was a graduate of Windsor High School (Imperial, MO), Class of 1981, where he was on the baseball and wrestling teams. He spent his career in the construction trades, primarily as a  roofer and carpenter. 

He especially loved his family, baseball, playing pool and drinking beer. He was a devoted son to Tamra Bradford, who preceded him in death in 2013. Steve also cherished his relationship with his aunt, Sandra Warren, who was a friend and confidant; she preceded him in death in 2025. Steve is survived by his loving stepfather, Ray Davis; an uncle, Jack Huelsmann; cousins, Shelley Sharp and Lauren Jackson, along with many other family members and friends.