Chikako Steggell

Chikako “Chic” Steggell, 86, of Rigby, Idaho, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, Thursday, June 18, 2020 in Rexburg, Idaho. It was only seven days following the passing of her dear husband, Don Steggell.

Chic was born July 16, 1933 in Waikapu, Maui, Hawaii, the daughter of Hirao Hasuike and Yachio Takaki. She attended school in Maui, Hawaii, graduating from high school there.  She moved to Utah and continued her education attending a technical school and studying English at Brigham Young University.

Chic married Don Steggell on September 9, 1960 in the Idaho Falls temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They made their home and raised their three boys in Rigby, Idaho.

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Chic served faithfully in many callings. She was also a wonderful homemaker to her family.  She had the opportunity to work outside of her home too.  She worked as a bookkeeper for Thiokol in Utah and as a librarian in Rigby, Idaho for several years.  She enjoyed reading, baking, knitting, embroidery work, puzzles, and spending time with her family.

Chic is survived by her three sons; Kevin (Melanie) Steggell of Rigby, Idaho, Brent (Michelle) Steggell of Rigby, Idaho and David Steggell of Shelley, Idaho. A sister, Carol Yoshida and fourteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Steggell and her parents, a sister, Itsuko Munson and brother, Alvin Hasuike.

A funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at Eckersell Funeral Home (101 West Main Street, Rigby, ID 83442) at 11:00 AM.