Stephen Rehm

Stephen Joseph Rehm, PhD, PE, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, surrounded by his children and the comfort of his faith. Born in St. Joseph, Missouri on March 31, 1944, Stephen lived a life marked by devotion—to God, to family, and to the work he loved. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Jayne Rehm; his parents, David and Helen Rehm; his sisters, Anna Marie Kuhr and Joyce Cole. He is survived by his children: Angela Rehm, Sarah Rehm, David Rehm and his wife Lindsay, and John Rehm; and by his grandchildren: Katherine Perry, Anna Perry, Jack Rehm, Claire Rehm, and Will Henning; his brother-in-law Ed Kuhr, sister-in-law Jacque Craven and her husband Harry Craven, and niece Alison and nephews Tommy, Steven, and Joshua. Steve was a proud graduate of Christian Brothers High School, Rockhurst University, and the University of Oklahoma, where he earned his PhD. He later became a licensed Professional Engineer, devoting years to a profession he loved in various capacities at C-E Natco, Flour Daniel Willams Brothers, ETI, and Koch Industries. He approached every challenge with precision, curiosity, and a quiet determination. A devout Catholic, Steve lived his faith through action. He served as a Eucharistic Minister, Sacristan, RCIA sponsor, and religious education teacher. Over the years, he was a parishioner at St. Pius X, St. Clement Church, and the Church of St. Benedict. His commitment to his parish communities included service on the School Board and Parish Council at St. Pius, and active involvement in the Booster Club at Bishop Kelley High School. Steve loved sports of all kinds and was a lifelong, passionate OU Sooner fan. When his children were young, Steve coached youth basketball. He found joy in watching his children and grandchildren play sports. In his later years, though homebound, he remained deeply connected to his bible study group and cherished every moment spent with family and friends. He was a man of few words, but those who knew him understood the depth of his convictions, the strength of his faith, and the quiet, unwavering love he had for his family. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the lessons he taught, and the example he set. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Church of St. Benedict at 10:30am on September 25, 2025 with interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. Hayhurst Funeral Home will hold a Visitation at 6pm and a Rosary at 7pm on September 24th. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the ACTS Program at St. Benedicts or Catholic Charities in honor of Stephen’s lifelong commitment to faith and service. ACTS CORE Team, Church of St. Benedit, 2200 W Ithica, Broken Arrow, OK 74012-7455 Catholic Charities https://cceok.org/donate “Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.”

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Stephen Rehm

March 31, 1944 - September 18, 2025