Steve L. Weddell, 79, of Medora, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. at his home in Medora.

Steve was born on October 23, 1947, in Seymour, Indiana, to the late Victor Weddell and Katie Jane Nowland Campbell. He graduated from Medora High School in 1965 and proudly served his country as an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Steve was a member of Medora Christian Church.

Steve worked at the JayC Groub Warehouse for 40 years and also spent time cleaning at Medora Christian Church. He married Judy Abner on June 25, 1983, in Cherokee, North Carolina, and together they shared many years of marriage.

Steve enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially being at home. He loved gardening and spending time working in his greenhouse, where he could tend to his plants and enjoy his favorite pastime. He also enjoyed raising rabbits, ducks, and chickens. Steve had a special interest in collecting hats, which became one of his many unique hobbies. He was a member of the Hank Williams Jr. Fan Club and attending many of his concerts.

Steve is survived by his wife, Judy Weddell; his daughters, Nikki Weddell of Freetown, Indiana, and Melissa Chastain of Medora, Indiana; his grandchildren, Elijah Chastain, Alyssa Ward, Samantha Weddell, Isaiah Gambrel, Rhianna Gambrel, and Jestik Weddell; and his great-grandchildren, Louis and Ophelia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor Weddell and Katie Jane Nowland Campbell; his brother, Randal Weddell; and his sister, Vickie Miller.

Funeral services for Steve L. Weddell will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 2, 2026, at Johnson Funeral Home, Vallonia, with David Guinn officiating. Friends may visit with the family on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at White River Valley Cemetery, Medora with military graveside rites.

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.johnsonfh.net.