Stephen “Ike” Eisert, age 66 of Batesville, passed away with his loving family by his side on January 20, 2020. Born on August 28, 1953, he was the son of Robert and Evelyn (nee: Engle) Eisert.
He is survived by the love of his life, Jennifer E. (Williams) Eisert; daughter Amy (Gary) Hawkins of Batesville; son Joshua Eisert of Batesville; Grandchildren Phoebe Kroen, Hope Kroen, Hunter Meyer, Orion Eisert, Jada Eisert and Boden Eisert, all of Batesville; brother Don (Helen) Eisert of Batesville, sisters Carol (Dennis) Tebbe of Greensburg, Debi (Gary) Williams of Batesville and brother James Eisert of Batesville. He is proceeded in death by his parents, brother Robert “Red” (survived by Wanetta) Eisert and granddaughter Norah Kroen.
Steve graduated from Batesville High School and attended Purdue University. He began his career working along side his dad at their family business, Hirt & Ellco, Inc. He later went on to start his own business Eisert Contracting, Inc. He was a hard worker and was considered by many to be the best backhoe operator around.
Steve lived life to the fullest. He was wild and crazy with a heart of gold. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His grandchildren often laugh when reminiscing about all their mischievous adventures together. He loved sports. He had a love-hate relationship with the Cincinnati Reds but always remained a loyal fan. He spent many years coaching youth baseball in Batesville. He played softball in several different leagues throughout his life into his 60s.
Visitation will be Thursday, January 23rd, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Friday, January 24th at the funeral home followed by burial in St. Louis Catholic Cemetery. The family requests memorials to Batesville Youth Baseball.