Photo courtesy of Evergreen Memorial Gardens Funeral Chapel
Vancouver, Washington
Feb 8, 1949 – Mar 4, 2026 (Age 77)
Stephen Wayne Stipe was born Feb. 8, 1949 in Ogden, Utah and died Mar. 4, 2026 in Vancouver, Washington. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Wayne Stipe and Emily Esther Schoonmaker, and two sons, Erik Wayne and Christopher Ray Stipe. He is survived by his wife, Gail Welsh;...
Read MoreI met Steve in the fifth grade when we had to stay after school for detention. We became great friends. He only lived a block away from me and so we often walked to school together. We played a lot of baseball together and I knew his family well. His brother Jeff is a good friend who I talk to often. I loved Steve´s energy and whimsical smile. He will be missed.
Jack Estes
March 13, 2026
What a wonderful man with the most beaming smile and loving heart. May he rest in peace now. Sending so much love and prayers during this difficult time. Matt and Trish
Trish Mason
March 11, 2026
