of Conway, AR
October 21, 1955 - April 9, 2025
Mark ''Fred'' Stiefvater, 69, of Conway, AR, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 9, 2025; surrounded by family. He was born on October 21, 1955, to the late Joseph and Louise Stiefvater. Fred lived life to the fullest, where he was an avid fisherman, hunter, and member of St. Joseph Catholic Church; he was also a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Fred loved spending any chance he got to take a weekend trip up to his cabin at Half Moon, AR. Another past time of Fred's was spending time on the Arkansas River even if it was making Lu drive down to ''look at the water''. If Fred wasn't off on one of his adventures, he was happy to be at his Conway home, where Joey would come by to visit and enjoy one of their favorite beverages.
Fred graduated from Conway High School in 1973, and Petit Jean VoTech (Morrilton) in 1975. He was employed as a partner at Hiegel H&S glass until his retirement in 2023.
Fred is preceded in death by his parent's; brother, James (Jim) Stiefvater; sister, Mary Ann Stiefvater, and nephew, John Stiefvater.
He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, LuAnn (Ethridge) Stiefvater; his ole buddy, Jack; two brothers, Ray Stiefvater of Conway, and Ralph (Marilyn) Stiefvater of Hot Springs Village; sister-in-law, Carol Stiefvater (Conway); brother and sister-in-law, Randy and Jennifer Ethridge; nephews, Joey, James, Brian, Alan Stiefvater, and Jacob Owens; nieces, Tamela Stiefvater, Becca Lauer, JoLynn Moix, and Suzanne Wren, and a host of additional family and friends who will all miss Fred dearly.
Services will be held Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Conway, AR, beginning with a Rosary at 10:00 a.m., followed by visitation and Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. The Burial will be at Crestlawn Memorial Park, Conway, AR.
Pallbearers; Joey Stiefvater, James Stiefvater, Brian Stiefvater, Alan Stiefvater, Art Noel and John Luyet.
Honorary Pallbearers; Bobby Hopkins, Joe Claflin, Jay Williams, Shane Causey, Randy Ethridge and Jordan Moix.
In lieu of flowers the family ask the any contributions be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 15013277727.
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17 Condolence(s)
Louise Fitzgerald
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Thinking of you Lu. Love and prayers.
Shelly Boon
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
jimmy richardson
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
I hate to hear of Mark s passing. He was a great guy who always had a friendly word when we met. I hadn't seen mark in a few years but he was my go to for glass work. He always had a gift basket to share with us come deer season. He will be missed
Karen Thessing
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
LuAnn, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. My prayers are with you.
Wanda Jordan
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about “Fred”. I know you will miss him dearly. Prayers for you, my friend.
Mary Hagenlocker
Monday, April 14, 2025
Matt and I are extremely sorry for your loss, hugs and prayers.
Donna murphy
Monday, April 14, 2025
Luann,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark. I am praying for you and your family.
Brenda Sue McClain
Monday, April 14, 2025
LuAnn and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Keller Schichtl
Monday, April 14, 2025
Lu, Joey and families. Mark was one of my truest friends and a genuine human being. He will be truly missed. I wish we’d have spent more time together. Prayers are with you and your families.
Randy Nokes
Monday, April 14, 2025
Prayers for the Stiefvater Families,
LuAnn you are in my Prayers.
Richard Grissom
Monday, April 14, 2025
You will be missed your hunting buddy! Poo Grissom.
Frederic M Simon
Monday, April 14, 2025
You will be missed my friend.
Rest in peace.
Calvin & Margaret Pearcy
Monday, April 14, 2025
We will miss our breakfasts at IHOP and going out to dinner with both of you. LuAnn you are in our prayers and may "Fred" rest in peace. May our Lord wrap his arms around you and fill you with His peace. Hope the coffee in heaven is good Fred.
Kerry Free
Monday, April 14, 2025
LuAnn you are in my thoughts and prayers, so very sorry for you loss. Kerry
KIM MALESKI
Monday, April 14, 2025
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MARK...THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND THE FAMILY
Mary Tamburo
Monday, April 14, 2025
Praying for you Mark “Fred” and dear Luann. You were certainly unique, loved and an angel with our Lord. Love you both. “Me Too” M.M.T.
Mary Ellen Kordsmeier
Monday, April 14, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. He was a good man. My thoughts and prayers go out to all that loved him.