Obituary of Wilbert Steve Stagg

It is with great sadness that the family of Wilbert "Steve" Stagg announces his passing, which occurred on Monday, December 17, 2018 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born on May 10, 1947 in Saint John, he was the son of the late Wilbert John Stagg and Mary Edith (Legacy) (Stagg) Bennett. Prior to his retirement, Steve worked for 30 plus years as a Rigger at the Saint John Dry Dock. He always treasured the times spent with his family who were his world. Steve also enjoyed fishing, hunting, four-wheeling, playing his guitar and winning at the Casino. Steve is survived by his loving companion, Marilyn Van Beelen; his children, Peter Stagg (Beth) and Jennifer Hanlon (Jared); previous wife, Glenda Belyea; his grandchildren, Mathew, Jacob, Kathryn and Liam; Marilyn's children, Chris Van Beelen, Kevin Van Beelen (Amber) and Stephen Van Beelen (Robin); Marilyn's grandchildren, Justin, Bryanna, Alex, Sandrina, Brooke, Cameron and Nick; sisters, Shirley O’Brien (the late Donnie), Carol Long (the late David), Barb Cogswell (Rick) and Marilyn Somers (Don); brother, Wayne Stagg (Judy); as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424) with visiting on Thursday, December 20, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. The funeral service will be held from Brenan’s Chapel on Friday, December 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.