To all of our friends and loved ones, words cannot express the love and gratitude we are feeling from all of you. I had no idea FB would be such a source of comfort and reflection in a time like this. The girls and I are doing well and have been lifted in prayer. It is through our faith and Steve's that we are so full of hope and peace..... I wish I could wrap my arms around all you who have sent messages, flowers, gifts for the girls, etc. Our family has been overwhelmed by it all. Please know that Steve is smiling down on all of us and wants us to live life to the fullest, with the security and hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. He was larger than life and touched our hearts in so many ways. Look at the cross and be reminded of our purpose here on earth, to love one another. Steve did that like no one else I know! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Jalaine Memorial Services will be held MONDAY MAY 3rd. Time to be determined...

I am so incredibly saddened to hear this news. I worked with Steve at Jones Day in the mid/late '90s and was honored to attend Steve and Jalaine's wedding. Steve's success was never a surprise to me. I always knew he'd be a tremendous success - he was one of the most confident attorneys in our junior group. He was also a great office buddy. He and I used to do recruiting dinners together, and he was always so much fun to be around. I'm so glad that I was able to stay in touch with him through the years to see the beautiful family he and Jalaine created, and I am so sorry that he is gone so soon.

I remember bleaching Steve's hair platinum in high school and then meeting up with him later at Gold's Gym my last year of college. I remember him picking me up from my apartment and taking me to church. I remember him talking about his desire for a wife and family. God blessed him with the desires of his heart. Until we meet again Steve...

I would like to take a moment to pay my respects to Steve. I met Steve around 1991 when we were all bodybuilding at Golds Gym in Fullerton. Steve was a true Gentleman. I remember him riding his motorcycle to my house (looking like an action hero) yet he was a humble, sincere, and an extrordinary fellow. Throughout the years we would get together occasionally for various engagements, and I cannot remember one time when Steve did not greet me with a smile. I appreciate that, especially in this cold world we live in. A man with such an uplifting positive spirit that the Lord wanted back in his kingdom. May the Lord rest his soul for all eternity. His mansion was prepared, and the Lord Almighty called him home. I will see him again on the other side. I'm confident that when I see him again he will greet me with a big smile, and some kind words....as usual. I pray that the Lord have mercy on the Hagermeister family during this difficult time. Let me know if Lorena & I can help in any way. Our home #'s are 949-481-6191/cell949-374-3744 & we are just a call away (& a child-proof house, to boot). Much Love to you Steve

My memories of Steve go back to the days he started going with Jalaine. I have always been impressed with his charisma, strength, faith, and drive! He took good care of Jalaine, too! I thought that was awesome! I was overjoyed when they were married and started their family. I considered Steve a good friend who was always an encouraging supporter, and I regarded him as a wonderful husband and father. I am so shocked and saddened by his passing, but I know that he has left a lasting legacy in his children. We are all better people for having known Steve. He was an inspiration! May he rest in peace and may his family find comfort in the happy memories they have. All my love and prayers to all those that miss this great guy!

Steve has been a consultant and legal adviser for my business for the past 3 years. During that time I came to consider him a friend as well as a trusted colleague. His intellect, wit and wisdom will be sorely missed as I forge ahead on this adventure without him. I look forward to meeting up with him again one day when this life’s journey is done.

I'm not really sure what to say but just I miss him so much. Everytime I start typing I start crying. I new steve my whole life we grew up together at Calvary church of placentia. I feel so blessed that I was able to grow up with him. I had my first sleep over at his his parents. We grew up playing all sports but mostly it was basketball. He played at Valencia high and I was at Esperanza. He was 2 grades ahead of me so he was always just a little better and bigger. I remember we were playing at Dennis Murphy's house we were both so competitive. He just kept backing me down and scoring. I was by then a little faster and better shooter but he was just so strong. Well he kept beating me and Dennis and I just fell apart and lost it. I got really mad and just ran away. I walked all the way back home which was about 7 miles. Even though I said some things that weren't nice he still came after me. He was always a caring friend. Steve and Dennis were trying to tell me to just get back in the car with them so they could take me back home. I was hiding in the bushes but they knew were I was it's kinda funny now looking back but he came after me I'll never forget that. We lived together for a little while over in buena park. We had the best time. We used to go to off campus pub almost every weekend. One time steve had just got this video game Metal Gear Solid. We played it for 3 straight days but were finally stopped by Jalaine. We were like zombies. Jalaine was really mad cause we couldn't put the game down we had to finish it sorry Jalaine. I felt bad so I left cause I knew Jalaine just wanted some alone time. That was kinda funny to we always had to win at everything. I'm so glad that we were able to get back to riding dirt bikes. I got mine first in 2008 and maybe a month later Steve got his KTM. We hadn't lost our skills at all and we hadn't ridden in 15,16 years. The last time I saw Steve we were riding our dirt bikes with my brother Scott. What a great last time I had with u. Thanks for being my best friend thanks for being basicly my older brother. I always admired you. I wanted to be you when I was younger and I wanted to change my name to yours cause I just thought u were the coolest guy I had ever known. You will always be the coolest dude and when I go riding you will always be right in front of me like usual. I am going to be a better husband, father, son, brother and friend. I'll just try to be more like u. I love and miss u terribly. I will see u in heaven. :) :)

I was deeply saddend when I heard the news about Steve. I started thinking of all the memories we had. I have known Steve since early grade school at Ruby Drive. We started surfing together, we played basketball in high school, we also work at the health club together as well. There are so many great memories I have of him, I don't even know where to start. I remember being out in the water surfing and we would always say " i wish we could do this for a living" but unfortunately our skill level was only good for after school or work. I remember bleaching our hair platium white and barely combing it. I also remember Steve was a straight shooter and always let you know the truth and did not sugar coat anything. That's a gift not many people have. You could always get an honest answer or opinion out of him. When I saw him at our 20 year reunion, we were talking about getting out and going surfing together again or to go have a beer. That will have to wait until I see him again and I know I will. Our prayers are with Steve's family. I will miss you buddy!

I remember back in high school going out to Anza Borrego to go off roading and camping in some little trailers. We used to stay up and talk after time to have lights out. I remember one night that Kim, Christa, Dennis, Steve and I all stayed up and talked and shared. It was a fond memory. I also always think of Steve and his dad every time I look at this picture of Robin Requejo dressed up as army men for halloween. Steve and Mike lent us their fatigues. He was a good friend and a good person to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed

Steve, my first experience with you was sitting behind your white baja bug at a railroad crossing. I saw a license plate frame that said, "Hagemeister, the man, the myth the legend." I thought, "this guys is full of himself." About a week later, Johnny introduced us and we hit if off. You were loud, voisterous and bigger than life. But you were also sincere, caring and a true friend. Thanks for the memories of going to church, working out, camping, sailing and hanging out. I'm sorry that work, family and life has gotten the better of us and we haven't been able to spend more time together. But if we weren't able to be together, that meant you spent more time with jalaine and the girls, where your time should have been spent. We'll be together again some day in heaven. You'll be missed, buddy. God bless -Scott

Steve~ Since I've known you - before life's memories began/toddler years - you have always liked to be first! You were born first in your family. You were always amongst the first in your class, even through law school. In a race, if you happened to not be in the lead whoever was knew you were close by. If there was a dare to be had, you were the first to take it- or give it. There were some things you were not first at, though. You were not first at destroying your wife or your family; infact, you never did. You were not first at giving up on working hard when times got tough; infact, you never did. You were not first to throw yourself a pity party or wallow in your sorrows; infact, you never did. You were not first at getting caught up in your image or "keeping up with the Jones'"; infact, you never did. You were also not the first to turn your back when someone you cared for was in need; infact...you never did!!! There were other firsts, too. You were the first to give wise advice when needed. You were the first to do something goofy or crazy just because. You were the first to say you weren't perfect and so thankful for the grace in your life. You were the first to encourage someone to do more or be even better than they thought possible. You were the first to walk your talk (from confident young lad to man of integrity!!). You were the first to die to yourself for the benefit of another. You were the first to say what needed to be said and/or push or back off according to situation appropriateness. You ARE the first in the "Book of Examples of Lives of Real Men". You ARE first in the hearts of the lives you touched...and...now...You ARE the first of a very small group - a rare real and trusted lifelong friend and confidante - to experience Heaven! I can only imagine! You will be so missed here on earth, my amazing, irreplaceable and better-than-a-brother friend. You made it such a better place but there is also peace in knowing what you are now free from and immersed in...until eternity...

I grew up with Steve across the street with him and his other siblings. He enjoyed company, loved to play team sports such as kick-ball, street football, anything. What I DO remember the most was his patience & kindness regardless of who we are, and he still did. Two years ago, I came to him for his services to help me found my corporation and I was not surprised the least bit on how supportive he was. Steve, you're one of a kind, a true, genuine guy. I am very, very fortunate to have known you!

I know Steve through my cousin, which I have to say is an honor to have known him. He is such a wonderful person, wonderful husband and from what I saw an even better father to his three precious daughters. I know that he is in a better place but the loss is to raw to accept that now. My heart goes to his wife and three daughters. May you all find some comfort, peace and feel the love surrounding you to help you get through the hardest time of your life... God Bless! The Bobb Family

You always cared about how other people felt. You are such a special person in alot of people's lives. I have always looked up to you as a brother and admire you for all you have accomplished in your life!! I miss you and love you soo much!! Are you playing tennis in heaven??

There are soooo many memories . You were the cutest little boy and I loved having you all over for all the holidays. You were so kind and loving to our family and will be missed beyond words. I know God has you busy already in heaven and we all anticipate meeting you there!! Thanks for the great example you were to everyone and the wonderful father and husband--you are truly missed! You are a blessing in our lives!!

Steve...how lucky is heaven! I'm sure there is a party going on for your arrival...I can just imagine the production..the music...the singing...the joy!Although we are SO selfishly sadend of the loss of you here - heaven is joyously receiving you! I very much look forward to the time that all of us are together again in God's presence...we all had SO much fun together here on earth..it can only be that much better in heaven. Because you are first in, I deem you chair person to prepare the next cousins party in heaven for us♥ <3Luv you cuz♥

Jalaine Hagemeister

14 years ago

Thank you Wendy for all of the love you are investing into this project. I am touched beyond words. You are precious and I can't wait to see you. The service time is 4:00. I love you, Jalaine