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Stephen Sirota Obituary

Sirota, Stephen Stanley
was born on December 19, 1954 in Kankakee, Illinois. He passed on March 16, 2011 surrounded by his family. Stephen served in the US Navy from 1973-1977. He worked as a warehouse manager in the magazine industry for 30 years. He is survived by his wife, Tracey, his sons Travis (Megan), Justin (Amanda), and Kyle (Sarah) and his daughter Brooke, his grandchildren Brody, Van, and Wyatt. His parents are Stan and Jean. His brothers are Scott (Kim), Mark (Rita), Kent, and Brad (Esther) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 26th at Shepard of the Desert Lutheran Church, 9590 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale, at 10am. In lieu of flowers please send donations to your favorite charity.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 22, 2011.

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March 24, 2011

Steve was uniquely Steve, moreover he was cool and it was a pleasure to have known him. We will always remember him.
Kim & Kurt
Goodyear, AZ.

Vicki Rustad, Black

March 22, 2011

I'll always remember his great sense of humor.

Gary and LuVerne Underhill

March 22, 2011

Jean and Stan, We will be with you in prayer although we are so many miles away. Our thoughts are with you as you experience this very difficult time. May God give you peace.

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