Stephen Edward Salter

Stephen Salter Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Stephen Edward Salter
Start: 2016-07-30T17:30:00.000Z
Location: The Salvation Army, Mesa Corps

Salter, Stephen Edward
64, of Mesa, AZ passed away on July 1, 2016. A lifelong resident of the Phoenix area and a graduate of Saguaro High School class of 1969. Stephen was a tireless volunteer w/ the Salvation Army for over 30 years. He loved animals especially sea creatures, birds and amphibians. He took great pride in caring for what some would lovingly call a small zoo. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years Karen, 3 children Brandon (19), Jennifer (36) and Shawn (38). His parents Stanley & Marlene, 2 brothers Rick & Barry and their respective wives Kristi & Silvia. He also leaves behind 2 grandchildren Noah & Halo and 4 nieces Nubia, Nidia, Marlayna & Windy. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday July 30, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at The Salvation Army, Mesa Corps, 241 E.6th St. Mesa, AZ 85201.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 24, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Salter

8 Entries

Barry L Salter

July 19, 2024

PLEASE do not send flowers lol... This is Steve's brother, I come and read this and really enjoy the stories you post. Your stories help me remember my brother in other ways apart from my dwindling memories and some comments bring memories back to me I've forgotten. I really miss my brother, I can't even express how much I miss him... Please tell me what you miss about him and share your memories with me. I don't even care if it's something bad, I just want to remember him!

Harmony Wells

August 26, 2016

Oh Steve you sure taught me the meaning of HARD WORK And being a type of person that can do multiple jobs at one time. I really miss hanging out with the baby ostrichs... May you rest in peace. And may Jesus give comfort to all your family and friends xoxox

Shawn Salter

August 23, 2016

Although we all know eventually life will end, I don't think anyone is ever 100% ready for it. Obviously I wasn't ready to say goodbye to my father. I had so much more to learn and so many more things I wanted us to create memories doing. I am truly grateful for all the wonderful things I experienced especially since moving back to AZ in 2007. He taught me the meaning of selflessness and although nobody is perfect he sure tried to do the best he could many times costing himself physically and financially in the process. He meant so many different things to so many different people. He was a father, son, grandfather, uncle, friend, boss, advisor, psychologist, entrepreneur, colleague, volunteer and other labels I'm sure I am forgetting but needless to say he will be missed by countless people. You never truly say goodbye if you believe you will see them again. Love you dad rest in peace

Mike Greenwood

August 10, 2016

I met Steve several years ago in the coarse of doing business. Steve won me over with his quiet and willing spirit. If the project lacked in detail, Steve would continue to think it through until he had a solution.
Steve astonished me with his tales of working at the Salvation Army. He claimed to have started working with them unwrapping turkeys. He informed me that he was allergic to turkey but that didn't stop him.
Several months ago I asked Steve if he could get me a special piece of glass that looked like old float glass. The kind that has bubbles and waves in it - to go into a antique bookcase that I was restoring. Steve ordered the glass but would not let me pay for it. I asked him to bring it by but Steve had other ideas. I know now that Steve wanted to spend time with me by installing the glass in the cabinet door together. Unfortunately time robbed us of a special day of relationship building. I am saddened that I missed out on that experience.
My condolences to the family. Steve will be missed.

Barry L. Salter

August 1, 2016

This is Barry Salter, Steve's youngest brother. I just want to thank all of you who are posting condolences, actually mainly those posting old stories. If you where at the ceremony, and saw Karen's pictures, you realized that you knew a part of Steve, but there were a lot of parts of Steve shared with a lot of different people. As Steve's brother, I shared trips to Mexico in the tide pools. He was like a father to me for advice. I looked forward to lunches with him just to have someone to talk to who I knew cared. But I don't have your story, and now there are no new stories to tell, I'd like to hear yours if you're willing to share.. Also, if you fill out the form to allow contact, I can post a message to you if I want to reach out to you, the form will not show your info, it's a form that posts to you. Also anyone friend or family just not for unknown sales people please) my number is 602-413-6197. When you call, say your name clearly and just hang on a minute for me to answer. Barry

July 31, 2016

In 1966 I was walking up Stephen's parents driveway to give him a guitar lesson. I didn't see a cactus plant and walked into it. My knee was full of needles. Stephen got a pliers and pulled them out. He was a good kid then and as I see a good man later. Rest easy.
Saul Levine
Prescott

Mike Alexander

July 30, 2016

Steve Salter was an incredible generous individual that would never hesitate to offer to help in any way he could. He had a drive in life I admired, I respected and I will truly miss.
My condolences to all the Salter Family for your loss.
Rest in Peace Steve, Thank You for being a friend!

Mel McDonald

July 24, 2016

Steve was a neighbor and friend for many years. I kind man who worked tirelessly for the poor and displaced. He loved and cherished his wife and children. Rest in Peace, Steve.

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