Service Information
Scott E. Markgraf, age 63, of Stewart, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at his home in Stewart.
Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 18, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Stewart with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021, from 3:00-7:00 P.M. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Scott Edward Markgraf was born on January 19, 1958, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of John Edward and Sylvia Mae (Klabunde) Markgraf. Scott was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Stewart, Minnesota. He received his education in Stewart and was a graduate with the Stewart High School class of 1976. He then began farming right out of high school, worked in construction for about eight years. Scott later became a maintenance worker for the City of Stewart over the last almost 9 years.
Scott was a longtime resident of Stewart and worked as a maintenance supervisor for the city. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Stewart.
Scott, also known by many as “Maddog” enjoyed farming for the Klammer’s, Melberg’s, and Maiers Farms. He enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings every Sunday, going snowmobiling, playing buck at every family gathering, and going to the Arlington Raceway with his kids and friends. Scott never missed a sporting event for his kids and was always known as the loudest fan in the crowd. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren; giving them rides in the tractor and teaching them how to shoot BB guns.
Scott passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at his home in Stewart, at the age of 63 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Scott is survived by his:
Children, Abby Albrecht and her husband, Josh, of Hutchinson, MN,
Zachary Markgraf and his wife, Rachel, of Hutchinson, MN,
Emily Markgraf of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Kirsten, Braeden & Eli Albrecht;
Siblings, Lee Markgraf and his wife, Gwen, of Stewart, MN,
Joyce Markgraf of Stewart, MN;
Mother, Sylvia Markgraf of Stewart, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Scott is preceded in death by his Father, John Markgraf; Grandparents, John Sr. and Elizabeth Markgraf, Otto and Minnie Klabunde.
Steve Forcier says
Sorry to here this sad news. He was a good guy and friend. God bless you.
Steve Nelson says
So sorry to Joyce and Lee and the rest of the family! Always loved Maddog and this is very sad! I’m out of town until Monday evening so we won’t be able to come to the service. I wish I could be there with you all!
Steve & Doreen Nelson
Hector/Spicer
Gayle Maurer says
Our deepest sympathy to all the families…cherish the memories you have together….hugs and prayers coming…Larry & Gayle Maurer
Carmen Forciet says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sylvia and family during this difficult time?
Carmen says
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Wendy Blixrud Beckmann says
Very sorry to receive this news. My deepest sympathies to Scott’s entire family. I hope your wonderful memories of him will sustain you.
Lynette Rosenau says
To Sylvia , Lee and family , Joyce , Scott’s kids and grandkids – I too am in shock , wow . Scott will sure be missed ; always a smile , laugh and a story from that guy ! My sincere sympathy to all of Scott’s family as they go thru the days ahead . Thinking of you all .
Kelly says
So sorry to hear. He could light up the room with his laughter!!
Deb Adams & Jerry Maiers says
Our sincere sympathy to Scott’s entire family. At a loss for words for a guy who was a great friend, told great stories and could always make you laugh. God always has a plan even though there’s times we don’t agree with his plan or even question his plan. Cherish all the great times and memories made in order to help you all through the difficult days ahead. RIP Maddog … you will be missed by many who valued your friendship.
When you lose someone you love, you gain an angel up above.
Deepest sympathy,
Deb Adams & Jerry Maiers
Steve & Chris Scholla - Hector, MN. says
So sorry for your loss ! Prayers to family ! Many awesome memories of my great friend of 60 years ! You will be missed buddy !
Lynette Rosenau says
To Scott’s family , my sincere sympathy to all of you at this difficult time . This is such a shock to all of us to hear . My love and prayers are with you all .
Lynette Rosenau says
To Scott’s family – my sincere sympathy to all of you for your loss. It truly is a shock for us to hear . My love and prayers are coming to you as you get thru the difficult days ahead .
Teresa Housenick says
Our Deepest of Sympathy to all of You!!! Your in our Thoughts and Prayers… Good Memories of when the kids were little !!!
Much Love,
John, Teresa, Ashley, Tyler and Joshua Housenick
Vicki Schreiner_Kaiser says
So Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family. Treasure the memories.
Ginny and Ron Penk says
Dear Sylvia and Family,
I was so shocked and saddened when I heard this news. My dad and I sent our sympathies and prayers as you travel this grief journey.
Diane Robinson says
My deepest sympathy to the Markgraf family especially to Sylvia, children are not suppose die before the parent.
Sylvia Mae Bunke says
Dear Sylvia, Joyce, and Lee, so sorry for your loss, Praying for the families. It came as shock, didn’t know that he was ill or whatever happen. we will not be able to attend. Sylvia and Leroy
ERIKA HOVERSTEN says
Sylvia, and family,
Dick and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Cherish the memories!
Andrea Melberg Thompson says
My sympathy to Scott’s family. As a kid, I always enjoyed riding in the sugar beet truck with Scott during fall harvest on the farm.
Andrea Melberg Thompson
Sally says
Precious Sylvia,
I’m so sorry to hear that Scott passed away so suddenly. The Lord gave Scott to you and He also gave you memories to cherish your dear son. Prayers and love to you and the family.
Love,
Sally, Charlene, Randy, and Brenda
Cousin Diana says
So sorry to hear of the passing of Scott, my first cousin. I will remember the good times we had when my family came to Minnesota. Aunt Sylvia, prayers and thoughts to you, Lee, his wife and children and to Joyce. God Bless Scott’s wife, children and grandchildren.
Leslie Glup says
Your Nebraska family is grieving with you. So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort at this difficult time. God bless you all. We love you, Whitey & Leslie Glup
Dale Lauwagie says
My sympathy to Sylvia, Lee, Joyce and the rest of Scott’s family.
I have many fond memories of growing up with Scott. He was always a key contributor to our Class of 1976. Scott will be missed by all who knew him.