Mount Vernon, Washington
1949 - 2011
Steve McBee, beloved son, brother, husband, and father passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2011 due to complications from diabetes and congestive heart failure. Steve is survived by his wife of 39 years, Stephanie(Federal Way), son Kevin(Auburn), daughter Megan(Boston), mother Elizabeth and Herman...
Read MoreI viewed Steve as a true representation of what it is to be a public servant. His anecdotal approach to his work and life was inspiring. I enjoyed his "old sage" words each time I crossed paths with him. A gentle spirit and wise man. He will be missed by everyone and it is sad to think so many will miss the opportunity to know him. Thank you Steve for setting the bar so high!
Ed Johanson
October 18, 2011 | Kitsap Memorial State Park, WA
I went to work for State Parks in 2001 as a Ranger-In-Training under Steve McBee. His enthusiasm and passion for what he did was contagious. It only seemed fitting that on several ocassions he would suit-up in the Eager Beaver costume and greet the public. I appreciated his sense of humor along with the smile he would give you while dealing with some pretty challenging situations that arose in the urban park setting. It was my priviledge to have worked with him! Our thoughts and prayers...
Steve & Melanie Ryder
October 18, 2011 | Illahee State Park, WA
I was honored to serve with Steve for 33 years, he was a genuine Washington State Park Ranger. His sincerity and professionalism maintained the highest of public service standards, making all of us so very proud. Our grateful and heartfelt thoughts go to his family. Love, Rex and Anne Derr
Rex and Anne Derr
October 17, 2011 | Columbia, MO
What a shock to hear this about great guy, we played many rounds of golf together, had many private talks~ steve is a true person never will forget his style of laughing. We Traveled state wide to many places together work meetings~ fun events- one on one golf the last 25 years before he retired. Steve always talked of his family first-- and did not hesitate to discuss where improvements at Parkville were needed. He was the Fed Forest Guru.. WSPRA golf events we always wanted Steve on our...
Ed Gianini
October 17, 2011 | Issaquah, WA
It was always a treat to be in Stevie's foursome. The pleasure of listening to his take on life made him so easy to be around...and man...could he tag a golf ball! He was a genuine person who's keen wit and wry smile will stay with me forever.
...Kevin Kratochvil / Rasar State Park
October 17, 2011
It was my privilige to work with Steve both as a park planner, and as a member of the State Parks Interpretive Committee that he supported for so long. His insights and enthusiasm helped us all along the way. It's a real loss for us all.
Randy Person
October 17, 2011 | Tumwater, WA
My sister, brother, and I loved Steve when he was a park aid for my father at Wendberg. He was always kind to us. We are sorry to hear of his passing. Stacey (Little) Bessett
October 17, 2011
I am sorry to learn of Steve's passing. He was a one in a million ranger. He will be missed by those who knew him. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. Julie Callesen
October 16, 2011
I am saddened to hear of his passing as well. Steve impressed me as someone who saw the bigger picture in park management and the world in general. He taught me a lot on the golf course as well, and was someone who loved the game and loved sharing it with others. He will be in my memory forever. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and many friends. -Jack Hartt
Jack Hartt
October 15, 2011 | Anacortes, WA