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Phoenix, Arizona

Steve Fotinos Obituary

Fotinos, Steve
77, died peacefully in his sleep on June 12, 2014. Steve was the fortunate recipient of a heart transplant in 2003 which allowed him eleven more years to enjoy life! He is survived by his sons Chris (Tiffany) and PJ (Brigid); brothers Tony (Sandy) and Nick (Phyllis); grandchildren Sydney, Hayden and Nico; and many close friends. He is preceded in death by his father Christ, his mother Dimitra and his sister Irene. Steve was known for his humor, stories and love of baseball. As a native of Phoenix, Steve was a well respected police officer, private investigator and member of the Greek community. When he was not spending time with lifelong friends or family, Steve could be found at Miracle Mile Deli at Park Central Mall (aka "the office"), McGurkee's, watching sports, antiquing or advocating for the transplant community. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday June 21, 2014 at 11am Friday's Front Row Sports Grill at Chase Field 401 East Jefferson Street Phoenix 85004. Casual. Memorial donations can be made to the New Life Society (www.newlifesociety.org) for Transplant Support and Awareness. For additional information, www.greenwoodmemorylawn.com

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jun. 18, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Steve Fotinos

16 Entries

July 4, 2014

Steve and I became friends in the 2nd grade at Kenilworth. He was an excellent athlete, I was blessed to have him as a friend for seventy years. I wish that he could have joined so many of his life long friends by being with us at West High.

Dan Roth

June 24, 2014

Steve was a good guy, a good friend and someone you were always glad to see because,you knew he was always going to be glad to see you.
God bless Steve
Regards Amy and Buzz Bartylla

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Lynda Jones, Munson

June 21, 2014

Steve was a friend from my high school days. He was also supportive of me and my daughter, Kristina during a difficult time. I'm saddened to hear of his death.
I will always remember him with fondness.

Lynda Jones Munson

Don Teahon

June 21, 2014

A light to guide you on your journey home

June 20, 2014

I have happy memories of Steve during our days at P.U.H.S. We were in some of the same classes from the time we were freshmen. I haven't talked with him in a very long time, but he is one of the nicest people I've known,fun,easy to talk to, a good friend. My sympathy to all of his family and know that he has a special place in the memories of his friends. Barbara Barr Montgomery

Ryan Green

June 19, 2014

Steve was a great friend to my father and my family. I am fortunate to have known him and will always cherish the conversations I had with him. I will especially miss his humor and stories about Phoenix history. Love, the Green family

June 19, 2014

You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers.. Angie AB&T

Jim Humphrey

June 19, 2014

I've known Steve almost since I joined the Phoenix Police Department in 1960 and had the privilege of counting myself his friend in later years. He was an excellent officer and investigator and did an outstanding job in whatever he put his hand to. I will truly miss lunches with him and listening his stories of his early life and experiences. My condolences to his family in their loss.

Walt Smith

June 18, 2014

I knew and worked with Steve on the police department. He was a great cop, friend and one of a kind. Steve had a great sense of humor and was well respected by his peers. RIP Steve. See you on the other side.

Erin Benn

June 18, 2014

My husband and I met Steve over 15 years ago and I can honestly say he was one of the kindest, sweetest men I have ever met. You never knew where or when you would bump into Steve but whether it was at Walgreens or at the baseball field after one of Hayden's games, you could be assured you would walk away smiling - he was just one of those kind of souls. His passing will surely leave a gap in the hearts of all that had the pleasure of making his acquaintance. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those lft behind. Much love - the Benn family

Andy Limber

June 18, 2014

I have known Steve and his family most of my life. Over the years,I would coincidentally run into Steve in central Phoenix and we would have long discussions on any number of topics. I will miss him and our impromptu meetings. May his memory be eternal.

Gary Sanchez

June 18, 2014

Chris, I would like to express my condolences to you and your family on the passing of Steve. He was a lifelong friend of my dad and the Sanchez family and was considered an uncle to me, my brothers and sisters. His presence at countless family functions over the years was appreciated as well as his gift of storytelling. He will be missed but his memory will remain with us.

Debbie Campbell

June 18, 2014

Tony, sandy and family, so sorry to see passing of Steve. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Charlie's 94 year old mom passed on June 1st.
Debbie and Charlie Campbell.

Carl Hobe

June 18, 2014

To Steve's family, I am very sorry for your loss, I will miss him too. We go back to grade school days. I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the celebration of life, but my thoughts will be with you.

albert zilli

June 18, 2014

nick and toney chris. sorry for your loss. steve was a good man.he will be missed

June 18, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Tricia Guzzetta

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