LaVerne F. Steenhard, 87, of Sanborn, Iowa, formerly of Latimer, Iowa, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017, at Sanford Sheldon Hospital in Sheldon, Iowa. He was born on January 14, 1930, in Latimer, Iowa, to David and Marie (Honald) Steenhard. LaVerne graduated from the 8th grade. He was united in marriage to Deone Creeden on September 23, 1951, at the Hampton United Methodist Church. He worked with an electrician before entering the military. LaVerne served in the US Army, Company B 7th Cavalry Regiment, 10th Infantry Division from 1951-1954. After his return, they moved to the family farm North of Latimer and later they became over the road truck drivers. He was member of the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Latimer. LaVerne enjoyed boating, golfing, snowmobiling and polka dancing with Deone. He was proud of having so many friends he could count on. LaVerne was preceded in death by his parents (David and Marie) and his wife (Deone). LaVerne leaves behind a daughter Vicki Potter and Archie Van Ravenswaay of Sanborn, grandson Brandon (Rachel) Krukow of Boyden, great-grandson Taylor Krukow and great-granddaughter Josie Krukow.[more]