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Stephen Michael Horan

1961 - 2012

Stephen Michael Horan obituary, 1961-2012

BORN

1961

DIED

2012

Stephen Horan Obituary

Stephen Michael Horan, 51, of Red Bluff, passed away Friday, October 5, 2012. He was born to Father James and Mother Itsuko Horan in Virginia Beach, Virginia, June 18, 1961. Stephen had a younger sister Theresa and an older brother James. Shortly after Stephen's birth, their Naval based family was relocated to Middleton, RI, then moved to Kamiseya, Japan, then Staten Island, NY during Stephen's elementary schooling. Stephen grew into adulthood in Staten Island and graduated from Curtis High School class of '79. At the age of 17 Stephen joined the Navy. There in boot camp would change his future forever as he met and charmed his way in the heart of his first love, Laurie Toland. Laurie soon became his wife of 25 years and thus the creation of 4 proud children. Stephen spent 20 years in the Navy as an Airplane Electrician moving from Florida, Maryland, Sicily, Southern California, and meanwhile juggling extra part time jobs. In 2000 he then retired together with Laurie near Redding, CA in Palo Cedro. A

fter retirement from the U.S.N., Stephen worked at Sierra Pacific, and Junction Elementary before settling into a maintenance position at the Red Bluff Post Office. During his time at the post office he pursued his dream of becoming a teacher and studied at Simpson College receiving a bachelor degree in language arts. With mutual love Stephen and Laurie found separate ways, he then made home to his last residence in Red Bluff where he continued to touch lives in the Tehama/Shasta Community. During his time in Red Bluff he met Kate Bruce of Anderson, CA through mutual friends. Stephen was a man with a knack for recreation, often fixing and collecting. He was a mechanic, Sports enthusiast, having a strong respect for intelligence and ultimately God as he was raised Catholic.

Stephen found much joy and content in spending his time with Kate, his 4 children, 2 grand daughters and often showed his excitement for his future grand babies whom are in the womb. Stephen's years on Earth consisted of devoted angelic qualities as a Family man, Father, Husband, Son of proud Mother and Father, Brother and friend whom everyone loved. Stephen's kind soul naturally wrapped the hearts of those who knew him, which can never be forgotten. Stephen Michael Horan is survived by his four children: Holly Danielle Horan, Mary Emilly Breshears, Stephen Adam Horan, Grace Lynn Horan. His grand children: Bailey Itsuko Breshears and Stevey Lynn Kelly.

Funeral will be held Sunday, October 14th at 1:00 PM at Allen & Dahl Chapel, 9100 Deschutes Rd., Palo Cedro, CA 96073. Celebration of Life will follow at 2355 Sacred Heart Parish Hall, Red Bluff, CA 96080.
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Published by Redding Record Searchlight on Oct. 12, 2012.
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you have forever brought a smile to this world. you are so amazing dad. love you

Stephen Adam Horan

January 22, 2013

"You never know what tomorrow may bring." A saying that is so beyond true, and also the scariest fact to face. Never would I have thought that you'd turn out to only be in my yesterdays dad.. As I sit here on my last leg of travel back home from Montana, there are a billion thoughts and stories I had experienced in the last week that I want to tell you about, my perspectives, people I had met, and how mackie is doing without her pop alive.. Being this far away from home by myself has made me miss you so much more, but I can't help but feel blessed with your strength and guidance with my bucketfuls of new experiences. I love you so much dad, you were so wise and truly knew it all.
"My children have me learn about myself everyday. The questions they ask of me brings joy and peace as they grow into their own.
I must be thankful, in doing that I feel better to take on new things." Who would've thought your new things would be heaven.. I love you Dad. Always will till the day I die and can see you again

Grace Horan

January 14, 2013

You will always bring a smile to my face brother. All the years I was your banker, it was always a pleasure to see you. I will miss you. God Bless. God has a great angel now.

Symon Goni

December 18, 2012

Hi dad.
You always made everything ok, now I have to prove you did a job well done and i have to see you go. The reality of losing you has hit me agian for the thousandth time. yet I still cant believe this void here is truly happening. I am so gratful that I even had a man like you for my own father. It blows me away how lucky my siblings and I are. It just makes losing you that much harder though. i am comforted that you are with your mom and dad, because now i know how you felt to lose them. i cannot wait till i get to be with you yet I can wait and will have to. you have taught me what it is to be a good parent, and I thank god for Stevey'lynn. I just want to be the best I can for her, and do everything you did for me. I want to make people comfortable, i want to fix things, I will always better myself, and I want to be like you dad. I hope you know you did a good job in your life, and how loved you are by so many people. I miss you so so much, dad. thank you again and i love you. you will always be the my favorite person and true hero.

holly

December 14, 2012

stephen adam horan

November 2, 2012

October 5th 2012 my little brother Steve left many of us wondering why such a caring and giving person was taken from us. It was an honor to be the brother of such an admirable and lovable person. I will cherish the memories of growing up with my brother and how we bonded throughout our entire lives. I truly was blessed when our mom gave birth to you Steve. I feel as if a part of me has passed along with you. Your legacy will never be forgotten like your smile, laugh and your undying generosity. My heart is heavy and the tears cloud my eyes because I reflect back and look at pictures of when we were little kids and wonder. Where has the time gone so fast and my brother gone way too early in his life. Love you Steve. Your brother Jimmy

Jimmy Horan

October 31, 2012

Miss you big brother. I know that heaven needed an angel but I will forever miss you.

Theresa Nordling

October 27, 2012

To Steve's family and friends, I was very saddened to read of Steve's passing. I was in Curtis HS with Steve. He was a very smart and kind person, who I believed had wisdom beyond his years. He was very friendly, and well liked by all who knew him at school. I am honored to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with all who's life he touched, and I have no doubt that he is in Gods hands.

Christopher Larson

October 21, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You will be missed and your friendship through our years in the navy will never be forgotten. May God bless you and your family.

Tracey and Ed Avery

October 19, 2012

You have always been the love of my life sweetheart....and I trust that you will be waiting for me, as you used to say.
Untill we are together again, you will never in a million years leave my heart. Love and kisses to you forever my love. Laurie

October 18, 2012

Steve, I cannot explain in words how much I am going to miss you. Even though I have only known you for a short period of time, you have really touched my heart and I will never ever forget you. Our Lord has called you home, and it's only in time that I will get to see you again. Thank you for all the wonderful memories and for always making me smile. You are truly going to be missed.

Ashley Johnson

October 18, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nancy Cross

October 17, 2012

Steve I will miss seeing every time I go to the post office to bring Jerimi something. You were such a great friend and I will never ever forget you

sarah wagenman

October 16, 2012

With a heavy heart, I write theses words as I was lucky enough to call you cousin. My childhood is filled with wonderful memories of spending time with you in Staten island, riding the ferry to battery park, swimming in the pool and finding fascinating things you collected in your room. You always made us feel so welcome and safe, I wish we were able to spend more time together as adults. My deepest condolences to everyone in the family. May your memories be plentiful and your stories never ending. Love Sheila and Tim Fitzpatrick

Sheila Fitzpatrick

October 14, 2012

When the Lord calls our loved ones home,he leaves a gift of memories. Stephen, thank you for being such a great and caring cousin! I will always remember the fun times we had as kids in Staten Island!
With my deepest sympathy to his children, siblings, and loved ones.

Maureen Fleetwood & Family

October 14, 2012

We will miss you greatly, you were a good friend and will never be forgotten!!! Love you...

Renee Hiebert

October 14, 2012

Stephen Horan will be missed by all that knew and loved him. May he be with God in Paradise.

Dennis P. Brennan, Sr.

October 14, 2012

It is with deep sadness this day to say goodbye to someone so loved on this Earth. Your beautiful children and grandchildren and are examples of your love. With love, Patricia and family

patricia barabino

October 14, 2012

Stephen: We will always be friends, Will miss you dearly...

Pedro Quintero

October 14, 2012

Please accept my condolences for your loss.I only had the blessing Of knowing Stephen for a short time. Even so, the impression he has left me with is that of a loving and gentle soul.With heavy heart I wish all of the friends and family blessings and and peace, with all my heart. Jaimye Dice and Butch Detto.

Jaimye Dice

October 14, 2012

Steve: was a wonderful friend to our family. HE touched our hearts in a special way. HE loved his family and his friends with all his heart. HE will be greatly missed by the McAbee family.

Martin & Vicky McAbee

October 12, 2012

Stephen, this candle represents You, You had the biggest and warmest heart and you will be missed so very much. My heart is aching for your Family, Love to you All.
Kathy Jacobsen

October 12, 2012

Steve is going to be missed by so many. He touched the lives of everyone who met him who knew him. He touched my life in a way, that I will never forget all those talks we had. I am going to miss him so much. He was such a caring and loving person, he took good care of those He knew needed him the most. He loved so many, as well as so many loved him. His smiles, his hellos, his stories. He talked so much of his children, his family, going to New York. What a Blessing to know that he was able to go and see his family recently. I will find comfort in his loss, by knowing that He is in Heaven. God needed an Angel, and he took the Best Man for the Job, Stephen Michael Horan. May God Bless his family and loved ones through his loss.

Leisa K Vaillette

October 12, 2012

Steve... Your family will be our prayers and thoughts. You were a gentle giant among man kind and will be missed by all.

Margie and Larry Walden

October 12, 2012

Steve, Thank you for being our friend. My Husband & I will miss you. I used to tease you about the fact that a woman thought you looked like Superman. I thought you were a Super Man. Kind, Thoughtful and Honorable. I guess somebody slipped some cryptionite in your pocket.
I will miss you.
To Steve's family, My heart goes out to you. You were so lucky to have each other. He talked about you often. I hope you know our loved ones never really leave us. They will forever live in a our hearts and minds. If you listen they will guide you through life and still make you smile and laugh.

Christine Hubbs

October 12, 2012

Little Stephen, You and your family are in our deepest thoughts and prayers! We love you

Mercy OR

October 12, 2012

I will miss seeing you around Red Bluff and at the Post Office!

You've left a wonderful legacy behind with your children and grandchildren! What a wonderful family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers!!

Debbee Winegar

October 12, 2012

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