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Steven K. Stitt Steven K. Stitt, 63, Topeka, died Saturday, October 5, 2013 at St. Francis Health Center. Steve was born December 9, 1949 in Topeka, the son of Dorothy Barth and Willis Gordon Stitt. In the absence of his father, Steve was raised by his mother and maternal grandparents, Chet and Beulah Robinson. Steve graduated from Highland Park High School. He was baptized into the Christian faith. Steve worked for GMD of Topeka for several years and later was a certified nurse s aide and he transported nursing home patients to hospitals. Steve, along with his Uncle Bill Elliott, and his friend, Mike Frost, coached top-rated women s slow-pitch softball teams for many seasons. He loved traveling and fishing. Steve was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Chester and Beulah Robinson of Topeka; and his paternal grandparents, Ludell and Cora Stitt, of Quenemo. Steve is survived by his mother, Dorothy, Topeka; his father, Willis, San Paulo, Brazil; one sister, Paula Barth; and a niece, Courtney Barth, both of Topeka; two aunts he was raised with, Beverly (Gordon) Kesler, Joyce Elliott; and another aunt, Rose Robinson, all of Topeka; and numerous cousins who were all very close to Steve. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel. Burial will follow at Penwell-Gabel Cemetery. Steve will lie in state at the funeral home after 2:00 p.m. Tuesday and visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com. Steven K. Stitt

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Oct. 7, 2013.

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Patti (Penry) Hill

October 10, 2013

To the family of Steve. My cousin Donna and I both played softball for Steve and Mike Frost. Loved those days, we all had so much fun. Steve was a great guy. Sorry to hear of his passing. I will always have fond memories of Steve. God bless his family in this sad time. May God give you comfort.

Vina Gardner-Leeth

October 9, 2013

I did meet Steve, but I didn't really know him. I just know he is from a very loving family and will be deeply missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Ken Rose

October 9, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 8, 2013

So sorry to see Steve's passing. Remember all the years he played softball with our family, my brother Rick, my uncles Ken Still and Ron Baker. Steve will be missed and we will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.

Robin Shrimplin

October 8, 2013

Very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a great guy and made me laugh every time I saw him. I have fun memories of Steve at Heartland Park watching the NHRA races and just times spent together with friends. We will miss him! Blessings and peace to his family.

October 8, 2013

May happy memories make this sad time a little more bearable. Brenda Lynch

Mike Frost

October 8, 2013

Love ya man !!!

American Heart Association

October 7, 2013

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Pamela Crowder-Montez

October 7, 2013

Steve was not only our classmate; but also our friend!
With love and respect...HPHS Class of 1968

Pam Moore (Dennis)

October 7, 2013

I was so sorry to see that Steve passed away. I will always have fond memories of how Steve and my brother Rick would torture me (but nobody else was allowed to) as a kid. RIP Steve and my condolences to his family.

October 7, 2013

Living in Pittsburgh, PA, I am a distant cousin of Steve. I didn't know him as an adult, but all family is dear to me. God bless you in your loss. Genevieve Besenyi (Silversmith)

Cindy Stone

October 7, 2013

Steve was a friend and classmate of my brother, David Ridder. I remember him as a very nice guy and I even had a crush on him as a young girl. My brother passed away 10 years ago and I'm sure he was there to meet your precious Steven. I bet they're having quite a time visiting about their high school days. I am so sorry for your loss. Peace to you. Cindy Stone (Ridder)

Eddie (Beaver) & Laura Arredondo

October 7, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Karen Alkire-Morse

October 7, 2013

Sorry to hear the passing of Steve. May the memories be with you always.

Kitty Sullivan-Foster

October 7, 2013

Dorothy & Family: We are sorry to hear of Stevens passing. Many prayers, thoughts & hugs to you at this sad time. Always, Kitty & Don Foster

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