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2024

Stephen Gladman Obituary

Gladman, Stephen James

August 18, 1970 -

April 29, 2024

On Monday April 29, 2024 the world lost a gentle kind, caring and selfless soul in Stephen James Jamie Gladman, aged 53. Jamie blessed many with his generous and loving nature which he gave freely to everyone he encountered throughout his short life. Jamie was born August 18, 1970 to Stephen F and Kathy L Gladman (Howell). Throughout his life he took time to care for others so that they knew that they were important. Jamie was a problem solver by nature spent his time being a peacemaker who saw the good in others. Jamie met and married Angela K Gladman and they had a daughter Brittney L Gladman who now lives by his example and lifelong philosophy of being someone who tries to leave the world better than they found it. For over three decades Jamie worked alongside his father and friend in the auto repair industry. Jamie was an avid music lover, a collector of vinyl and all things vintage. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, camping, bowling and various other hobbies. Jamie was survived by his parents Steve and Kathy Gladman, his wife Angela, his mother-in-law Monica Leffel, his best friend Brian Riley and other family and friends He was preceded in death by both his maternal and paternal grandparents and his father -in-law Tom Leffel. There will be a remembrance of his life from 2 to 4 pm 07-14-2024 at the Springfield Church of Christ, 1620 Buckcreek Lane, Springfield Ohio 45502.

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Published by Springfield News Sun from Jul. 7 to Jul. 12, 2024.

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Mary Ann Vogel

July 17, 2024

Steve and Kathy so sorry to hear about the loss of your son,there are no words,just know that you´re in my thoughts and prayers

Deb Genetin

July 9, 2024

Jamie will always hold a place in my heart for his kind and caring nature. I miss his smile. He made the world a better place with the love that he shared.

Dorothy Wade

July 8, 2024

I have so many emotions... I personally am sad, I feel like I lost a brother. Witty, kind and full of spirit.! However, I know you are in a better place.I hope someday to be with you again. Thanks for excepting me into your family and trusting me with your hair. Love and miss you......

Sharon Hopkins

July 7, 2024

We pray you will in time find peace with the loss of Jamie . We love and will miss him . Our deepest condolences. Love you , Sharon and Doug

Nikki (Hess) Smith

July 7, 2024

Kathy I didn´t know your son but I want to send my deepest sympathies to you and your family and for all of you

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