Stephen Vojtko Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Stephen Vojtko (New Carlisle, Indiana), born in South Haven, Michigan, who passed away on July 1, 2018 at the age of 61. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Stephen Vojtko to pay them a last tribute.

Steve used his position at the Eau Claire Fruit Exchange to promote the town and community involvement in festivals and veteran programs. "He did everything he could to help his customers, big and small, the town, and our veterans," said Jo Herman, chairman of Southwest Michigan Veterans Support Group. "When we were working on the Veteran's Park, he sent some of his people down to help us. He would loan us tools for projects involving the veterans. He made sure that the Fruit Exchange not only did monetary donations to benefit the vets, but he was also a big supporter of any fundraisers with helping hands and purchasing dinners. His passing is a terrible loss for our community." The town won't be the same without him, agreed Village of Eau Claire Clerk Shawn Foster. "He was a part of the community here for many years and helped everyone," she said. "He knew exactly what you needed and where it was and everything about it. He always had the Christmas assistance program for families in Eau Claire that were in need. He hosted a Fall Harvest with a chili cook-off. We absolutely loved the Christmas decorations he put up every year and the outdoor speakers that played Christmas music. He always donated items to the Village Scarecrow building that we do every fall. The place won't be the same without him." Steve was the manager of the Eau Claire Fruit Exchange for 16 years, as he began his job on June 10, 2002. "He was a big asset to the community and will be sadly missed," said Greg Prillwitz, President of the Eau Claire Fruit Exchange Board. "Steve had knowledge of chemicals, fertilizers, and equipment --he was very good at assisting wherever he could to help at the fruit exchange. He was a kind and giving man which was reflected in all of his community endeavors." Steve was elected to the New Carlisle Town Council for four terms: Jan. 1, 2000 through Dec. 31, 2003; Jan. 1, 2004 to Dec. 31, 2007; Jan. 1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2014; and Jan. 1, 2015 to Dec. 31, 2018.