Steven Alexander Vidra, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on February 2, 2026. Born in Budapest, Hungary, to the late Leslie and Barbara Vidra (née Soltesz). In 1956, Steve courageously immigrated to the United States and became a proud U.S. citizen in 1962. He was a graduate of the University of Missouri-Rolla, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Steve began his distinguished career in the late 1960s, where he contributed to the design and manufacturing of critical components for military and commercial aircraft. Known for his technical brilliance and high integrity, earned him the respect of colleagues, peers, and industry partner alike throughout the United States.

Beyond his professional achievements, Steve loved fishing, fixing anything that could be fixed, cooking classic Hungarian dishes using recipes passed down from his mother, and cherishing time with his grandchildren.

He was the dear father of Eric Vidra (Marisa) and Kirk Vidra (Lyndsey), and the late Kim Coco; the proud "APU" (grandfather) of Baily, Andrew, Dominic, Kaden, Carson, and Kylin; and the beloved partner of Deborah Norris.

Services: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Elizabeth/St. Raymond Catholic Church, 1420 S. Sappington Road, Crestwood, MO 63126, on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be private at Resurrection Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's Hospital in honor of the care Steve received from his cardiologist, Dr. Maged Haikal. Gifts can be made at www.stlukes-stl.com/contribute/in-honor-in-memory .

Friends may sign the family's online guestbook at Schrader.com .