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Steven Blattner Obituary

Steven R. Blattner, 52, of Topeka, passed away June 17, 2009 at a Kansas City hospital. He was born August 15, 1956 in Honolulu, Hawaii, son of Roy and Winona (Pieper) Blattner. Steve graduated from high school and attended college in California before moving to Kansas. He spent the majority of his life in the Kansas City area. He worked for the Kansas City Star and for the last 17 years was an over the road truck driver, most recently for USF Holland, Kansas City, KS. Steve enjoyed many hobbies including boating, motorcycles, ATVs and playing baseball. He enjoyed life to the fullest and had many friends. He married Helen E. Bateson on August 12, 2006 in Shawnee, KS. She survives. Steve is also survived by a son, Brandon Blattner; and daughter, Sarah Blattner, both of Overland Park, KS; step-daughters, Tara Dunagan, Broken Arrow, OK, and Erika St. Julien, Eudora, KS; two sisters, Sharon Slater, Overland Park, KS and Stacey Kelsey of Bonner Springs, KS; three step-grandchildren; a niece and two nephews; one great niece and three great nephews. Steve will be greatly missed by the many friends he has made over the years. Honoring his wishes, no memorial service is planned. Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.PenwllGabel.com

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jun. 20, 2009.

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Michael Mulvaney

June 25, 2009

Helen,

My deepest sympathy is with you and your family. My family will keep you in our prayers.

June 23, 2009

Helen, we were deeply saddened to hear of Steve's passing. Each of your lives were enriched because of the other. Please know that your family are in our prayers.
Randy, Lisa, Lauren.

Marcia White

June 23, 2009

Helen: Please accept my deepest sympathy.

June 23, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Cindi

June 23, 2009

Steve will be missed. I worked with him at Dugan and then Holland. He was always quick to make me smile or give a compliment to make sure the night went well. Hanging out with him outside work was always a good time too. You were sure to have fun. God bless. You are in our hearts forever.

Joe Novacek

June 23, 2009

Sarah,
Sorry for your loss. It sounds like your dad loved life and had a great personality. Now I know where you get it.

Joe Novacek

Joe Novacek

June 23, 2009

Sarah,
Sorry for your loss. It sounds like your dad loved life and had a great personality. Now I know where you get it.

Katy Siebert

June 22, 2009

My sincere condolences to Brandon and Sarah and to their mom, Robin. Although no longer married, I know Steve always had a place in Robin's heart so this is a big loss for her as well. There was never a dull moment when you were in the presnce of Steve Blattner and he will be missed.

Sue Stll

June 21, 2009

Steve will always be a legend among friends.Nothing can make you laugh or smile more than a "Steve Blattner" story. He was a wonderful person who loved with all his heart. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the coming days and months .
Ron, Sue, Ian and Harrison Still
Damascus, Maryland

Randy Reyes

June 20, 2009

I send my condolences to Steve's family and all who loved him. Steve gave me my first job as a paperboy when he had the route. He always took care of his kids on the route. I will remember his laughter and sense of humor. It was apparent he would do anything for anyone. He will truly be missed.

Dan & Jackie Allison

June 20, 2009

Steve is the kind of friend everyone should have. He loved the outdoors especially boating. He was a happy go lucky person, who never knew a stranger. We will miss Steve greatly. Our thoughts will always be with you.

Sandy Madsen

June 20, 2009

Remembering all the fun the kids had at your house through the years.
You guys had the best and biggest toys!!! Sending you love and support in these coming days. Hold tight to each other and know you are in our hearts. Blessings, Ron and Sandy Madsen

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