Stephen Kaechele, 39, of East Brady passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, December 12, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh on March 2, 1985. From an early age, Stephen showed high intelligence. He exhibited this through the many certifications and prestigious qualifications to obtain a position as an IT Systems Engineer. Stephen was known for being a loving father, husband and exceptional friend; and was loved by all who knew him. He enjoyed traveling and going camping in his free time. Stephen leaves behind a wife of 7 years Stephanie (Shoup) Kaechele and three children, Nevaeh (Ira) Kaechele, Kaeleigh, and Keira. He also leaves behind his parents Deanna (Richey) Wilbert and Andrew Kaechele, a brother James Kaechele, two sisters, Marlene (Brad) Stein, and Rita Metzger, his grandmother Marlene Richey. Stephen was the uncle of Max, Isabella, Avery, Spencer, Seth, Nick, and Hannah. Arrangements were made through SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 NEW CASTLE RD. BUTLER, PA 16001. WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.