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Steven Mash Obituary
"A great man died and my heart is broken open"
Steven Mash, (Poppy), a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend died Saturday evening, Feb. 23, 2013, at his home in Murray, Utah, the city of his birth. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia, children - Steve and Paul Mash and Catherine (Richard) Prehn, granddaughter Bridget (Jeff) Gibbons and their daughters Cheyenne and Delaney, Wade Dillree and a large extended family.
Steve was born Aug. 10, 1920 to Frank Mash (Masciotra) and Felicia Casciano, the 7th of 8 children, all of whom preceded him in death. He attended the U of U until WWII cut his education short; served his country in the US Army, European Theater, as a sharp shooter (squad leader). Received a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart, honorably discharged. Retired from Westinghouse Electric after 37 years. Steve was a lifelong member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Steve's greatest joys were his family and friends, church, country, his gardens and golfing.
Mass of Christian Burial Monday March 4th, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1375 Spring Lane, Holladay, UT. Vigil Prayer Service Sunday evening at 6:30 at the church. Interment at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, 437 W. 200 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84101. Online condolences at www.jenkins-soffe.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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LEE CHRISTENSEN
February 22, 2019
Steven Mash left a profound legacy with me. I did not know him well or for a long time but he touched my life with his gentle, wise, and loving nature. I look forward to seeing him and Virginia again on the other side of the veil. He left behind some great children for which I am grateful. I know he is back with Virginia and busy doing good things. Until we meet again...
March 13, 2013
Sending lots of love your way Virgina. Come back soon to water aerobics . . I miss you. MaryEtta Chase
March 13, 2013
Hope to see you back to water aerobics soon. Hope things are going good for you. Karen Nelson
March 8, 2013
We thought the remarks from the granddaughter & the great grand daughter were nice & it was special to have them on the program. It was so nice that we got to see you Steven. We mailed Richard a copy of the program. Your Dad must have been a great influence in all of your lives & he leaves a wonderful legacy. Myles & Sharon Yeager.(Richard Button' Sister) ha
March 8, 2013
Steven Mash...Here is a man that lived, loved, learned, and left a legacy. I met him over 40 years ago and the impression he, his wife and family left, will be with me through the eternities. He, they all have provided a strenght I cannot fully explain. Gentle,noble, determined, full of intregerity and love and Christ like describe Steven best. I do so wish I could of spent more time with him. I am comfortable we will meet again soon on the other side of the veil and share again. In the meantime his legacy and family are still here to bless lives. My prayers are with his dear family. Especally his beloved wife of 66 years, Virginia who is seperated for a time from her dear Steve. May the Lord bless and keep you all.
March 4, 2013
so sorry for your loss, virginia. all of us from water aerobics send our love and prayers. julie ann
March 3, 2013
What a great man...I will miss him
Wini
March 3, 2013
Steven, we knew you as our brother, Richard's friend and enjoyed your company. Now we know you were the son of a great man. We send our heart felt sympathy.
Sincerely, Karen and Spencer Bennion , PA
Lynn Potter
March 2, 2013
I am sorry to hear about Steve. I have known Steve since 1980 when he hired me at Westinghouse. I have been employed with Murray City for the past 20 years. During these years, many times I have had the opportunity to visit with Steve while he was working in his garden. We shared many good talks along with many of his apples.
I will miss our visits. God Bless.
Sandra Mayer-Hindmarsh
March 2, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with the family.
March 2, 2013
The last of a generation closes with Steve's death. I learned of your family, first with Joe, and he introduced me and my husband Arch Bradford to your older brotherJohn's wonderful restaurant in downtown Salt Lake. It was good, and I never dreamed my entire adult life would be spent as a neighbor to others of your family. Even of your mother, Felicia and seeing your Dad going back and forth each day. It has been good, and you continued their heritage. A wonderful family, and Steve was a wonderful respresentive of it. My prayers for the blessings of God to be with him as he continues his Journey. Ethel Bradford
Annette Sawaya-Chaus
March 1, 2013
A great man that brings back so many great memories. Green apples, climbing trees and sledding in his back yard. Our prayers and love are with all of you
Lynn Potter
February 28, 2013
I am sorry to hear about Steve. I have known Steve since 1980 when he hired me at Westinghouse. I have been employed with Murray City for the past 20 years. During these years, many times I have had the opportunity to visit with Steve while he was working in his garden. We shared many good talks along with many of his apples.
I will miss our visits. God Bless.
Paul Stembler
February 28, 2013
You are all in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with both your great loss and his great journey. Mary and Paul
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