Steven Hildebrand, age 71 of Orangeville, IL passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, February 16, 2023 with his family by his side.  He was born on December 26, 1951 in Rockford, IL to Neal and Janet (Shelden) Hildebrand.  Steven attended Orangeville High School.  He married Marilyn Day on June 3, 1972 in Orangeville, IL.

Steven worked 38 years at Newell-Rubbermaid in Freeport in the building maintenance department.  He retired from Monroe Truck Equipment in 2011.  Steven enjoyed the outdoors; hunting, fishing and trapping. He also enjoyed watching the birds and doing yardwork. Steven also loved his cats.  Spending time with his friends and family, and having a few cold ones were some of his favorite things.

Steven is survived by his wife Marilyn or Orangeville, two sons; Brian (Deanna) Hildebrand of Orangeville, and Mark (Tiffany) Hildebrand of Verona, WI, his grandchildren Sierra and Madalyn Hildebrand, Lucas, Dylan, and Colton Hildebrand, his sisters Susan (Jene) Eberly of Monroe, WI, Nancy (Steve) Rodebaugh of McConnell, and Bonnie (Jeff) Clark of Freeport, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters Sally (Dennis) Nolan.

A celebration of Steven's life will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM at the Brush Creek Golf Course in Orangeville, IL.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A memorial has been established in his memory.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com .