March 7, 1941 – April 1, 2026
Bonnie K. (Fjelstad) Steffens, 85, of Lake Mills, died on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at her home in Lake Mills.
A funeral for Bonnie will be held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Salem Lutheran Church, 401 S. Lake St. in Lake Mills with Pastor Melinda McVey officiating.
Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Friday, April 3, 2026 at Schott Funeral Homes-Mittelstadt Chapel, 902 E. Main St. in Lake Mills and will continue one hour prior to the service at church on Saturday.
Burial will take place in Salem Memorial Cemetery, rural Lake Mills.
The family suggests that memorials be directed to St. Croix Hospice, 4109 4th St. SW, Mason City, IA 50401.
Bonnie Kay (Fjelstad) Steffens was born March 7, 1941 in Lake Mills, IA. She was confirmed at Salem Lutheran Church in Lake Mills. She attended Lake Mills school and later obtained her GED. Bonnie went on to marry David E. Steffens of Lake Mills on September 8, 1957 at Salem Lutheran Church. Together, they had three children: David A., Michael, and Jay.
Bonnie is survived by her son David A. of Lake Mills, IA, son Michael and his wife Margaret of Waseca, MN, and son Jay and his wife Jean of Waseca, MN. She is also survived by nine grandchildren: Stephanie Steffens, Kristy Neubauer (Adam), Michelle Wetzel (Nate), Molly Steffens, Becky Levorson (Darren), Matt Steffens, Mike Jr. Steffens (Natalie), Jared Steffens, and Jordan Steffens (Carlie); thirteen great-grandchildren: Lark, Olivia (special friend Chase), Lillian (special friend Derek), Kadyn (special friend Allie), Isabelle, Avah (special friend Dalton), Reese, Gavin, Jade, Dale, Benjamin, Natalie, and Charlotte; as well as two great great-grandchildren: Esabella and Esmael. Bonnie is also survived by two brothers: Gary (Nancy) and Jim; two sisters: Kathy and Cyndi; a sister-in-law Donna; and one God child: Laura (Megan); along with many friends and loved ones.
Bonnie is preceded in death by her husband Dave, her parents Leonard and Evelyn Fjelstad, in-laws Ray and Lucille Steffens, brother David, and sister Mary, as well as two nephews: Eric Hamm and Ryan Fjelstad.
Bonnie lived a full and happy life. She found joy and comfort in all that she accomplished and in the life she built. Her three boys meant the world to her, and even though they could be a handful at times, she cherished every moment with them.
She took great pride in her years working as a marketing officer at First Bank of Minnesota in Mankato, MN and Waseca, MN. Later, she and Dave started Norsemen Trucking, building something not just for themselves, but for their family. Over 23 years, they grew it into a strong, successful business – leaving a lasting legacy of hard work and love.
Bonnie was deeply involved in her community and found joy in both service and connection with others. She was an active member of the Bridge Club and served on the Beautification Committee, where she played a meaningful role in enhancing the community she loved. She enjoyed traveling, spending time on her homes, and hosting gatherings filled with warmth and laughter. She was also a proud member of the Lake Mills Chamber, Republican Women, the Fine Arts Guild, and participated in many social clubs, forming lasting friendships wherever she went.
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