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Steven Holcomb
1980 - 2017
Steven Holcomb
1980 - 2017
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BORN
1980
DIED
2017
Steven Holcomb Obituary
The U.S. Olympic Committee and the United States Bobsled and Skeleton Federation announced his death, but the cause has not been released. Foul play was not suspected, however, according to officials.
Holcomb was a three-time Olympian, competing as a bobsled driver in Torino 2006, Vancouver 2010, and Sochi 2014. In 2010, he broke a 62-year drought, piloting the American four-man bobsled team to its first gold medal since 1948. He won bronze medals in both the four-man and two-man bobsled events in Sochi in 2014. He was expected to be a part of the U.S. team that would compete in the 2018 Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.
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He was born in Park City, Utah, April 14, 1980. He began competing for U.S. bobsled in 1998.
His bobsledding career was threatened by a degenerative eye disease called keratoconus. He underwent surgery that saved his eyesight. He returned to international competition during the 2007-08 season and earned seven medals: three gold, three silver, and one bronze.
He wrote about his illness, battles with depression, and journey to Olympic glory in his autobiography, “But Now I See: My Journey From Blindness to Olympic Gold.”
U.S. Olympic Committee CEO Scott Blackmun issued a statement: “The entire Olympic family is shocked and saddened by the incredibly tragic loss today of Steven Holcomb. Steve was a tremendous athlete and even better person, and his perseverance and achievements were an inspiration to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve’s family and the entire bobsledding community.”
73 Entries
Dwight Lewis
February 23, 2018
I will miss him. He was one of my idols for his pure heart in his life.
Suzanne Sheldon
February 18, 2018
Sorry for your loss Holcomb family and to his team mates also. Win some more medals for Steve in his memory and legacy win some medals for your country and yourself. Watching the Olympics makes you prone to be American were all proud of the accomplishments go USA.
Liz
February 18, 2018
Missing you at The Olympics ...RIP
May 31, 2017
I am so sorry Steve has gone so soon. Too soon. But I will always be grateful for how he spoke up about his keratonocus and through his treatment with Dr Boxer Wachler helped me and many many others. Without Steve I would be blind today. A brave man. A true winner. A good person. May he rest in peace.
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Jaze
May 23, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Steven. May the Almighty in His infinite wisdom grant solace to the bereaved. Steven was truly an amazing and talented man of integrity. He will be sorrily missed. (Psalms 37:9-11)
May 20, 2017
I would like to send my condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff Hancock
May 17, 2017
You gave us thrills and chills as you also warmed our hearts with your quiet and humble spirit. We will never forget the gift that God gave us in you.
Mrs. K. Jackson
May 17, 2017
May the God of comfort give the family the strength that is needed to endure this difficulty. Please learn more about the hope for not only your loved one but for all loved ones.
Anthony M
May 16, 2017
I would like to give my deepest condolences to the the Holcomb family for the loss of Steven. Steven, a man of extraordinary talent, despite the obstacle within his way was very determined and dedicated. Although Steven is gone, he isn't forgotten. Isaiah 49:15 helps us to appreciate that. The scripture itself helps illustrate the bond between a parent and her baby/child and the bond that out Heavenly Father had with each one of us as to not forget a single person.
Nancy & Tom Willingham
May 13, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve & Jean. His father, a dear college friend and in our wedding, stood proud of his son. His son's passing leaves a true void for many. Steve leaves behind a legacy, tributes, medals, honors and many fond memories in his life's journey. We extend our sincerest sympathy.
Sabrina G
May 12, 2017
You are so missed. The Olympics won't be the same without you. I was looking forward to it just to see what you do again.
Find my dada in heaven give him a big hug for me. Sit awhile he has some great stories. Until we see each other brother. ❤❤❤❤
May 12, 2017
Dear Jean and Family,
You and your family have been on all of our minds and in our prayers, especially here at Valley View Elementary School in Bountiful, Utah. We never met your son in person, but after learning and studying his life for our school's musical, Good as Gold, we all feel like we know him and love him.
We hope you find peace and comfort through the family and friends close to you and from all of us here in Bountiful. We know that peace can come. I know we've never met, but I'm a mom and my heart is heavy for your loss. Steven was an inspiration to so many. The boys who played him on stage, as well as our entire cast, will always have a tender spot in their heart for Steven. As a school we feel honored to have shared his story and celebrated his accomplishments before his passing. We hope this brings comfort to you as well that his story didn't end on the bobsled track, but it lives on in the hearts of hundreds of elementary school aged children and their families.
My favorite song from the musical was sung between you and Steven as his eyes were dimming from the Keratoconus. The song was called Heaven keep the lights on. I've attached the lyrics and stage direction from the script below.
I know that Heaven kept the lights on for Steven and that he is in his Heavenly Father's loving arms and that his Heavenly Father was there for him that night, just as He is there for you now. You are not alone, Heaven's lights are on for you and we love you!
Let's please keep in touch. We love you so much!
Sincerely,
Tiffany Smith
Producer & Writer of Good as Gold
(Mother and son hug goodbye. After shutting the door, Steve stands facing audience just outside his home. His mother faces audience still inside home.)
SONG: HEAVEN KEEP THE LIGHTS ON
Steve's Mother:
Heaven keep the lights on for my son.
I just can't believe his work is done. Heaven keep the lights on
Show me where the light's gone. Can't you spare a little light
And help my only son tonight?
Steve:
Heaven keep the lights on one more night.
Tell me what I'm asking for is right. Heaven, can you be here?
Can you make my way clear?
Will you light the path ahead or keep me in the dark instead?
Both:
Heaven keep the lights on.
Jennifer Baribault
May 11, 2017
To the Holcomb Family,
There are no words that any one could say at this difficult time, yet which no body is not every prepared for the death of a love one. Also, you could find the comfort, strength of the memories that you had together, cherish them always. Steven's legacy will live on what he did. My thoughts, prayers are with you, your family.
May 11, 2017
My deepest condolences and prayers of comfort to Steve's family and all who knew him. I am so very sorry for your untimely loss. I remember the first time I met Steve, and the impression he left. I was a track crew worker at the Olympic Park in Park City, UT in 2002. He was up taking some training runs. He was very modest and unassuming. That day he needed someone to sit in and pull brakes for him for one last training run. I had never done that before, but offered to help. He was gracious, encouraging, and trusting as he explained what to do. I was nervous, but he had confidence in me. He gave us a smooth ride, and I managed to get the sled stopped. That experience with Steve would serve as a catalyst to my competing in bobsledding for the short time I did. You could say my confidence in sliding began with Steve's confidence in me. That is the Steve Holcomb I rememberhumble and great.
God bless until we meet again Brother,
Lars Peterson
Carole Monsen-Gibson
May 11, 2017
My heart and prayers go out to all the Holcomb family at this very sad and tragic time in your lives. May God console you and bring you peace.
Carole Monsen Gibson
My deepest sympathy to a great man !!
Bing Wong
May 11, 2017
You were in an inspiration,for me and what you did too,representing the U S.its a shame your dream,your career was too early for you to leave ,but may you rest in peace,you will not be forgotten!!
Craig Luther
May 10, 2017
Thoughts and Prayers to all. Truly a "Great Man" taken from us too soon. Peace.
May 10, 2017
I am sorry for your family's great loss. You may find comfort through prayer and Gof's loving promise at John 6:40.
Carlotta
May 9, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Holcomb family and friends at this difficult time.
Mark Friden
May 9, 2017
The loss of Steve has devastated me. We in the bobsled-luge sliding community are a close-knit group, and it feels like I've lost a close family member. He did so much for the success of the USBSF program in the past decade+. My prayers and condolences go out to his family and teammates.
May 9, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss,
God, promises a time soon to come when death and suffering will be no more.
Lynette Tomlinson
May 9, 2017
God is our refuge and strength during distressing times. (Psalm 46:1)
May He provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Phil. 4:6, 7
May 9, 2017
May the peace of God be with you.
May 9, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the Holcomb family. It's so sad to lose someone so young. May you find comfort in the memories and in the god of tender mercies.
LM
Nancy
May 9, 2017
Dear Family - You have my deepest heartfelt condolences. May God be with you to bring you comfort and peace through this difficult time. He promises at Isaiah 61:2, 65:8, to actually do away with death forever; ... will certainly wipe the tears from all faces.
LS
May 9, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Holcomb family. You have lost a special person that has gone too soon. May you find comfort in the many happy memories you shared. Psalm 116:15
Kim
May 9, 2017
I am so saddened by the loss of Steve. He was a great commander of the "Night Train".
You will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the Holcomb family. RIP great man.
May 9, 2017
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts,
M C
May 9, 2017
My condolences to the family. May God comfort you during this very difficult time.
J
May 9, 2017
Reciban mis condolencias por la perdida de su ser amado. Un hombre luchador y perseverante. Que " el Dios de todo consuelo" (2 Corintios 1:3, 4) este con ustedes en este momento tan tristel y les de la fortaleza que tanto necesitan en este difícil momento.
May 8, 2017
I'm so sorry, my deepest sympathies to the Holcomb family. May our heavenly father comfort you at this most difficult time.
Magee's
May 8, 2017
My prayers to the Family is that God give you comfort and strength during this time@ 2Cor 1:3
Annette Larson
May 8, 2017
so sad to hear this news! God bless this family and hold them close at this time....
Willy & Bonnie Walkinshaw
May 8, 2017
Steve, Jean Anne & family; We're so saddened by the loss of Steven. Our prayers are with you. May God's peace, which passes understanding, be with you.
May 8, 2017
May God be with the family and give you comfort and peace.
Jenkins Family
May 8, 2017
No one is every prepared for the death of a love one. Allow the wonderful memories of Steven to bring joy and laughter to you. Rely on the love of family and friends, the wonderful power of prayer and God above to carry you through and assist you with your grief.
Char R
May 8, 2017
With deepest sympathy on the tragic loss of your loved one. Time and unexpected events overtake us all as written at Ecclesiastes 9:11. Be comforted in knowing that no matter what adversities we may face we can count on our God of Comfort who will and can undo any problems or tragedies we may face in these critical times that we live in - 2 Tim 3:1.
May 8, 2017
Gone too Soon! My sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fans who lost their loved one to death. God will comfort and sustain you during this difficult time because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
May 8, 2017
We send our condolences to the family of Steven Holcomb. During this time of sadness, may you find comfort from the support given you by caring friends. (Proverbs 17:17)
May 8, 2017
Deepest sympathy in the loss of Steven. Steven's wonderful legacy will live on forever. We thank Steven for his wonderful career in making us all proud to be Americans everyday. Elaine Weeden
May 8, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the Holcomb family. So very sorry for the loss of such a brave and talented young man.
May 8, 2017
Our prayers go out to the family and friends of Steven Holcomb. He was such a fighter and a champion of sports, and he accomplished ao much. Cherish his memories that you shared together, and accept the love of family and friends to help you to cope. May God Almighty give you strength, courage, but most of peace in the difficult days ahead. I Corinthians 1:3,4
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Darlene
May 8, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family
on your loss of Steven.
May our Creator who is the Hearer of
prayers comfort you at this difficult
time for the family.
May 8, 2017
Because of Steven and his willingness to share his eye condition, Keratoconus, my son's eyesight was saved. We will be forever grateful. So sorry he has left us. RIP Steven. Andrea M.
May 8, 2017
Sincere condolences to Steve's family. He was a legend in his time and so greatly loved. This is the saddest of times.
May 8, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 8, 2017
My condolences to the Holcomb Family and friends for the loss of Steven. It is so sad to lose someone so young and talented. May the hope that God's word gives us for those we lost in death be comforting, faith building and encouraging to you (John 6:40) ~ Linda, Queens, NY
Maria Huertas
May 8, 2017
Great Athlete... Will be miss.!!! May every memories be like a warming ray of sun sunshine which bring some comfort from your pain and May God Grant you the strengthen and peace for this loss...,,,,,
Wdd
May 8, 2017
Offering our deepest sympathies to the family. May the God of all comfort help you through the difficult time.
l.
May 8, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with Steven's family as they go through this sad time. May god be with you to strengthen you and to comfort you.
May 8, 2017
My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time now and days ahead.
May 7, 2017
Goodbye Steven we will see him in paradise. May God take care of his family and friends. God love you.
Joe & Martina Ross
May 7, 2017
Our hearts go out to Stevens family. We are in shock and very sad. He drove the Night Train to a World Championship in Lake Placid and we are honored to meet him in person there. Never forgotten heavily missed
Chloe Stapp
May 7, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Steven. I pray that the many fond memories of him will always live in your minds and hearts. Please know that our loving Heavenly Father cares deeply. He will "bind up the broken-hearted and comfort all who mourn" -Isa. 61:1,2
AD
May 7, 2017
You were such a cool dude. I guess that is why you road the bobsled. RIP dude!!
Annie
May 7, 2017
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May mercy and peace and love be increased to you during this sad and difficult time. Jude 2.
AC
May 7, 2017
Gone to soon but never forgotten. God keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 119:15.
Harry Simpson
May 7, 2017
Godspeed Steven, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
A L
May 7, 2017
Condolences to Steve's loved ones. Steve will always be a true champion with heart. Steve made history and will be missed. Rest in peace.
BOB CONWAY
May 7, 2017
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MAN AND ATHLETE!! RIP STEVE! WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE!!!!
Andrea juskaitis
May 7, 2017
I remember teaching Steve at the Winter Sports School and also at Park City High School as his English teacher. What a stellar guy and a memorable spirit! My thoughts go out to his family and close friends.
Cindee
May 7, 2017
My heartfelt Condolences to Family, Friends, and Fans during this very tragic time. Prayers, God Bless you
Georgia Geerlings
May 7, 2017
I am so terribly sorry, Steve. I know you're beyond incredibly grief-stricken. Reach out. Georgia
Kacee
May 7, 2017
My condolences to family, friends and fans.
Ann Stokman
May 7, 2017
Sorry to hear of the loss
May 7, 2017
Sorry for your loss.May the "Peace of God" be with you as you cope with such sorrow.
May 7, 2017
(Luke23:43)My heart breaks to hear this sad news. Steven Holcomb's fine legacy will surely be remembered. I hope to meet him in Paradise!
Adrian Barnette
May 7, 2017
We'll miss you !
Mary Anne Weber
May 6, 2017
So saddened to hear this news today. Because of Steven sharing his story about KC and Dr. Brian, so many of us took the leap of faith and made a decision that changed the rest of our lives. I will miss watching him at the Olympics as I truly enjoyed the wonderful smiles he brought to many with his High-Fives. May he Rest In Peace.
Mary VS
May 6, 2017
I knew Steve when he was in grade school. My son, the same age as Steve had disabilities including social skills deficits so had few friends and was bullied at school. Steve saw his difficulties and went out of his way to befriend my son. It meant so much to both of us.
Valenda Newell
May 6, 2017
A GREAT MAN OF MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS ...GONE TOO SOON...OUR COLLECTIVE HEARTS ARE HEAVY WITH SYMPATHY...MAY THE MEMORIES OF STEVEN HELP FANS, FAMILY and FRIENDS FIND PEACE....MUCH LOVE
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