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STEVEN C. STALEY
WHEELERSBURG - Steven C. Staley, "Steve" 57, of Wheelersburg, Ohio, born April 11, 1957 of the late Shirley "Sedor" Staley and Kenneth E. Staley, passed away suddenly Friday evening April 3, 2015, at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. Steven grew up and was a Boy Scout (Eagle Scout), and graduated from Orrville High School. He worked for Smith Dairy for a time between graduation from high school and going into the Academy. He applied to and was accepted by the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy. He attended, graduated and was assigned to the Portsmouth Patrol Post in Scioto County. He settled into his new life and soon wed his soulmate Melanie Burkholder of Marshallville, Ohio on May 24, 1979 in Smithville, Ohio. Together they went about making a new life in a new place away from home for the first time. After a long and decorated career, Steve retired from the Ohio State Highway Patrol with 20 years' service, he was member of the OH Troopers Coalition. Currently, he was using his life skills and experience working at the Wheelersburg Ace Hardware; he was a member Wheelersburg United Methodist Church. He taught himself woodworking skills and loved making furniture and cabinetry for his home, his family and friends. He worked in the DARE Program where he and his side kick "Orkan" spoke to kids about the dangers of drugs. He taught himself to tie flies and fly fish. He coached his daughter's softball teams, and when he was not working or at the softball fields you could find him fishing. He was greatly respected in the community and will be sorely missed.
He leaves his wife, Melanie Burkholder Staley, of Wheelersburg; two daughters, Rachel, of Columbus, Ohio and Michelle, of Charleston, South Carolina; his father, Kenneth of Wooster, Ohio; a brother, Michael and "Kim " Staley, of Orrville, Ohio; and a sister, Cheryl Archer, of Clermont, Florida, along with many nieces and nephews and a great niece and great nephew.
Services will be held Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at Wheelersburg United Methodist Church, in Wheelersburg, Ohio. Friends may call from 11:00 until 2:00 p.m., with a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Perry Prosch officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home in Wheelersburg, Ohio.
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Memories and Condolences
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Bernard Potts
March 31, 2021
It's been six years now and I still can't believe that he's gone. His smile and hearty laugh always brightened my day. We grew up in law enforcement together,....I still miss him everyday. My sympathies to his multitude of friends and his lovely family
April 18, 2015
Dear Steve's Family,
I am so sorry to hear that Steve has passed away. He used to work for my parents at Brooks' Drive In Restaurant in Wooster back in the 70's. He was such a fun-loving guy. I had so much fun with him as a teenager. He taught me a lot about life; we had a lot of great talks.
I am sure he will be missed by so many people. Please know that he touched our family in a very special way.
My deepest sympathy to all of you,
Deann (Brooks) Markle
Doug Moffit
April 15, 2015
To the entire Staley Family..... Sorry to hear of Steve's passing.......I worked with him at Smith Dairy in the late 70s......also bought a 1976 Oldsmobile from him....enjoyed working with him.
Bob Deerfield
April 9, 2015
Steve was a great person and friend. He was always willing to offer his advice when I was a young officer. His service to us all is commendable!
Brad and Sherry Martin
April 8, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. We have so many precious memories of our friends back in the 'Burg. May God bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Jennifer Mangum
April 8, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the Staley family through this difficult time. I am truly sorry for this loss of a true loved one.
Michael and Carman Dickson
April 8, 2015
All our love and prayers to Michelle and her family during this difficult time.
Tom Lemmon
April 8, 2015
Steve and I graduated from the 104th class together. He was always fun to be around and would cheer you up during the long weeks. Everytime we would meet after that, he never changed and was always a great guy. I am very sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by all of us that knew him.
Eric Weaver
April 7, 2015
Steve was a great trooper and K-9 handler. I was on the first TDIT team on the turnpike and he and Orkan were known all over the state. My condolences to your family.
Eric Weaver
Retired OSHP 1060
Steve Belyus
April 7, 2015
I worked with Steve at the Lucasville prison riot. He was fearless and empathetic at the same time. RIP my brother. Condolences to your family.
Tina Hunt
April 7, 2015
We just heard about this today and man, you could have knocked me over with a feather! Such an amazingly nice guy! Always came into the office with a warm smile. He will be missed. My prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Wilma Addie
April 7, 2015
Rachel you have our deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wilma Addie and Joyce Allen Columbus Ohio
Patty Hatfield
April 7, 2015
Steve also drove school bus for Wheelersburg Local Schools. I was his trainer. He always had a story to tell me when we were training. He was a great guy. I will miss him
Pam Ferguson
April 7, 2015
sorry for your loss . I am Kim Staley sister
Wayne Nibert
April 7, 2015
Our Christian sympathy to your family. John 3:16. We are thankful Steve shared a part of his life with us. Wayne and Marilyn
Connie Snook
April 7, 2015
Prayers to you and your Family....May God comfort you in your loss.
Diana Claxon Stonerock
April 7, 2015
Love & Prayers to Melanie and the girls; so sad to hear about your Steve. The cherished memories of a devoted Husband & Dad are a testimony of a life lived well together, and will always keep him close.....God bless all his family & friends.
Patrick Crabtree
April 7, 2015
Steve was the best friend anyone could have. Not only was he a terrific fellow officer, he was devoted to the outdoors and a fishing pal of many years. I will miss him sorely and all my sympathy is with his wonderful family.
Beth Wines
April 7, 2015
Melanie, words cannot express how very sorry I am for your loss. He was a great man. Life is so short. I will keep you and your girls in my prayers. With heartfelt sympathy.
SallyAnn (Woodford) McChesney
April 7, 2015
There are few words to express my sadness for this untimely loss of such a wonderful, life-loving man. My very deepest sympathy to Melanie, the girls, and their families at this time.
Debbie bradshaw
April 7, 2015
So sorry Melanie and girls my prayers are with you
Dave Riley
April 7, 2015
I met Steve when we entered the Highway Patrol Academy in 1978. He had a big laugh and a bigger heart. I will never forget my friend.
Gordon and Betsy (Staley) Frake
April 7, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
April 7, 2015
We are so sorry for your lose, you are in our prayers. Darrell and Sue Leadingham
Bernie Potts
April 7, 2015
Melanie, Sorry that I couldn't make it back for the funeral. I've had Steve on my mind a lot lately and was really wanting to touch base with him. He was a great friend and a respected colleague. He will be sorely missed. If there is anything that we can do to help you out, please let my family know via FB.
Always,
Bernie Potts-(Working in Africa)
Thomas King
April 7, 2015
My name is Tom King, my wife Kim and I babysat for Steve And Melanies Daughter Rachel we loved them, there a great family. I am a retired Chief Deputy from Pike County Ohio never got to work with Steve but new of his work, I was also a D.A.R.E. Officer, Steve will be missed R.I.P. Brother
Alan Lewis
April 6, 2015
I can't express how sorry I am for the loss of Steve. I feel so privileged to have called him a friend. I met Steve in 1981 when he was a young Trooper and I was a young Deputy. In later years he helped me tremendously when I was a canine handler. I remember all the training we did together and the big smile and laughs when we were training Orken to bite. I know he was a great family man and he devoted a
large part of his life to fighting the battle on drugs. I will always remember what a good person and friend that he was.
Dave & Luanna (Davis) Dotterer
April 6, 2015
May you feel Gods' nearness through these dark hours. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Warner
April 6, 2015
I worked with Steve at the Scioto Co. Prosecutors office as Investigators and we fished together. I really will miss seeing him at the McDonalds cruise in's in the summer time. He was a great person.
The Dan Thomas Family
April 6, 2015
Dan and I had many wonderful memories working with Steve at the Wheelersburg Little League Fields. He was a great guy and we are saddened at his passing.
William Vassar, retired trooper OSP
April 6, 2015
I worked with Steve at the Portsmouth Patrol Post for many years. He was a wonderful person, husband and father. He will be greatly missed.
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