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Steven STEVENS Obituary
Steven B., 71, started his broadcasting career in his hometown of Chillicothe, Ohio. He relocated to Cincinnati to join the WLWT TV news team as the weekend anchor and reporter from St. Louis where he was a newscaster on the number-one rated KXOK. He is a 2009 inductee to the "St. Louis Broadcast Hall of Fame." He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Gisela (Schmidtke) Stevens. They have four daughters: Stephanie, who preceded him in death in 1982; Kristi Jacobsen (Ole), and children Leif and Elias; Lindsey Stevens; and Hilary Oswald (Sean). Steven recorded many Bible translations that have been duplicated millions of times. He was a Christian businessman who was passionate about increasing quality of life by staying healthy. Steven wanted everyone to know the good news of Jesus. He supported missionaries worldwide, made over 20 trips to Africa, and led many groups into Russia, bringing in medical supplies and Bibles. Steven was full of vitality and joy and will be missed by many; a memorial service will be held at Vineyard Cincinnati Church in Springdale on Wednesday, October 10 at 10am. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to make a donation to the Steven B. Stevens Foundation to support missions. To express condolences go to Grunnfuneralhome.com
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Dr. David K Brown
October 29, 2023
Just remembering Steven B and what a great servant of God he was. He raised the bar for Christian service.
Bob Newman
October 18, 2023
Steven was a good Friend and Business
Associate. He was a good man, and a super husband. I really enjoyed being around Steven and Gisela. They had a giving heart. I miss his commanding presence and his quick wit. He should fit in Heaven very nicely.
Jacqueline Smith
August 16, 2020
Stevens B Stevens is still highly Anoited in his Scripture readings I'm Now 68yrs older but I can feel the anointing of God so strong. May God continue to Bless Stevens B family.
November 12, 2017
Kay Mallard Stark
Kay Stark Mallard
November 12, 2017
Dear Gisela I am so sorry for your loss with Steven and it's be
October 24, 2012
Gisela and family:
I was so very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. You both were welcome visitors many times in my parents home -Don and Mary Walter. Steven was so kind to me and used to treat me as an adult, something a pre-teen rarely enjoyed. He used to read poetry, stories and scripture to me, when I am sure he had many more interesting things to do, and I have never forgotten that kindness.
He is now with my Mom and Dad in Heaven, and I hope they have many more joyful times togther.
God bless you and your family, and give you strength.
Linda Walter
October 24, 2012
Gisela and family,
With our deepest simpathy and all our thoughts from Henry and Odette of Sint Maarten.
Paul and Brenda Patterson
October 15, 2012
Giesla, Hilary and family,
It is great sadness that I have heard about your husband and father this day. We are very sorry to have heard this. We only met him a few times, but he was a great man and welcomed us into your home and made us feel welcomed. Please know we have you in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings to each of you as you remember the wonderful memories of you father, husband and friend!
Debbie Marks
October 15, 2012
Gisela
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Steven's passing. His kindness, generosity and love of God made such an impact on so many lives. He will truly be missed. I am so sorry – my prayers are with you and your family. Debbie Marks
Polly Stevens-Fitzwater
October 14, 2012
Dear Steven,
Thank you for finding me many years ago. It was a great comfort to know I wasn't an only child left to struggle through this earthly life alone! That was a happy surprise to discover I had a big brother. You opened my eyes and mind to so many concepts and treated me to so many new and exciting adventures. You were the shining star in our family and certainly you are now one in Heaven. I gaze up very night and can still hear your strong, gentle, understanding voice sustaining me with guidance and comfort. I know it was not your choice to leave us, but I understand you couldn't refuse God's call. I miss you more than I could ever say and will hold you deep within my heart forever. Thank you for sharing your kindness, your family, hospitality and generosity. I will be forever grateful for the time I had the blessing of having you in my life. Our father would have been in awe and admiration of all of your unique and special accomplishments, interests and travels. Without question you exemplified the true meaning of being a faithful husband and devoted father and grandfather. You had a huge hurdle to leap over, and like everything else you set your mind to, conquered it with amazing success. I'll miss you, Bro!
Danny Clark
October 10, 2012
Gisela and family,
We are very sorry for you and your family' loss, he was a true inspiration and it was a blessing to have crossed paths with him. Your family will be in our prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Danny Clark and Family
October 10, 2012
Gisela and family,
we are very sorry for you and your family's loss. He was true inspiration and I am very greatfull to have gotten to cross paths with him, it was such a blessing. You and your family will be in our prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Danny Clark and Family
Our Visit in Ohio August 2005
Robert L. Newman
October 10, 2012
Steven B. was a Friend of Mine. A Mentor and a Role Model. He will be Dearly Missed.
Our Visit in Ohio 2005
Monika Newman
October 10, 2012
Steven B. I will miss you a lot. You were such a good friend and advisor to me. We had awesome times in Naples together. Many Laughters and Memories. Gisela, "zwei Maedchen von Germany...." May God be on Your Side through these hard time. God Bless YOU and Your Family.
October 10, 2012
Dear Gisela,
Steven B's death really hit me hard. I figured he'd be around long after the rest of the KXOK gang had departed. But we never know for whom the bell will toll. I'll never forget him....or you. God bless you.
Robert R.
Bart Kotter
October 9, 2012
Steven always had a great attitude and a welcoming smile. He was a visionary and an inspiration. He'll be missed.
My condolences to the family. Steven got his promotion to the other side too early. I'm sure he's smiling down on you waiting to be with you again.
Jim & Patty Kinser
October 9, 2012
Dear Gisela and Family, we are very saddened to hear of Steven's passing. But, we know he is at home with God. We remember many good times. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave Chitty
October 9, 2012
You were always part of our life in St. Louis.
Antoinette, Ron, Tirzah & Robbie Dick
October 9, 2012
An exceptional man and dearest friend of so many years. Gisela, Lindsey, Kristi and Hilary, our hearts are wrapped around you as are our thoughts and prayers. We love you. We loved Steven. His name lives on, as will blessed memories as we await that glorious day of reunion in Jesus. He lives on in all our hearts until that wonderful day. Fully alive in Jesus for ever more.
October 9, 2012
I was surprised and saddened by this news. I used to live in Chillicothe and did my student teaching at CHS. Steven was one of my students. I have never forgotten him or his beautiful voice, and was happy to "see" him again when he began broadcasting here in Cincy.
My sympathy to his family. May God give you comfort in this difficult time. . .Marjorie Davis
Carolyn Foote
October 9, 2012
Your voice, faith, & presence was a blessing to our family. I look forward to seeing you again. Precious consolation is that you are with our wonderful Savior & your beautiful daughter, Stephanie. Sincere condolences to Gisela & your daughters.
Dick Peck
October 9, 2012
Gisela,
I'm in shock about Steve. So sorry.
Dick Peck & Susie
Sharon Cole
October 9, 2012
We were neighbors for many years and our children played together spending many hours dressing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love
Tony George
October 9, 2012
I recall listening to Mr. Stevens in the mid 60's on KXOK in St. Louis. I was about 10 years old. What great memories! My prayers and best thoughts are with the family.
Bruce & Barbara Albert
October 9, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Steven's passing... Our prayers are with you and your family...
Bruce and Barbara Albert
Ed Wiens
October 9, 2012
Steven was a great friend and colleague. I'll miss his humor, his insight and always optimistic view of life. On a lighter note, now, if God ever needs to rest his voice, he has a good substitute available.
Steven Bartolomeo
October 9, 2012
Rest in peace my brother. You're with Jesus and Stephanie now. Please give her a big hug from me...my condolences to the family from my heart....
Steven Bartolomeo...
Heather Shepherd Mail Carrier
October 8, 2012
You will be missed bye many who LIVES you touched I was no more then your Mail Carrier for the Last 3 years, Your Love and Caring and compassion for me touched my Heart in a way that no one has ever done, I will miss seeing you a couple times a week as you chase me down to get your mail, lol You left a mark on my Heart 4 ever and I will always be Blessed Bye you, Your Beautiful Wife Who I LOVE and Your Beautiful Daughters who will carry on your Heart! I am Blessed beyond means to Have been a small part of your life and your family! Heather
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