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Steven Sortor Obituary

1953 ~ 2012
On August 2, 2012 Steven Lloyd Sortor was granted peace from pain and suffering. He was born in Idaho Falls, August 23, 1953 to Madeline and Darrell Sortor. An exceptional athlete, Steve played basketball at Granger High School, receiving a basketball and track scholarship to CEU where he met his wife, cheerleader Diane Bunnell. Steve and Diane married June 22, 1974 and settled in Taylorsville/ Murray where they raised three sons: Matthew, Andrew, and Samuel. Steve was an involved and loving father- teaching his sons to build, fish, wrestle, barter, rig, tease their mother, and enjoy life. He supported them in their athletic endeavors, spending countless hours watching them play everything from baseball to soccer, basketball, swimming and golf- coaching from the sidelines and occasionally being asked to leave the premises. Steve had an excellent sense of humor and loved to have fun. He enjoyed taking his family on vacations to Lake Powel, camping, fishing in Scofield Reservoir and listening to his collection of laser disks. He worked as a mobile vendor for 36 years in Bountiful, first for Creasy Catering and then Roger's Catering. Because he was such an accepting person, he touched many lives and made many friends. Anyone who knew Steve knew how much he loved his Jets, his granddaughters, and his little dog Cocoa. We will never forget his stubbornness, his enthusiasm, his generosity, his candor, and the way he had of making tense situations and swearwords hilarious. We will miss him always.Steven is preceded in death by his father-Darrell, and his son Matthew.Steven is survived by his mother- Madeline, his wife- Diane, his sons- Andrew (Diana), and Samuel, and his four granddaughters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 9, 2012, 12:00 noon at Murray 29th Ward, 6300 S. 700 W. Viewing will be held 11-11:45 a.m. also at the church . Interment: Redwood Memorial Estates.

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Published by Deseret News on Aug. 5, 2012.

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Patti Pryor

August 10, 2012

Sounds to me Diane, that Steve and my brother David Crumpley are now up there together, having lots of fun again, with all their health problems all taken away, would love to know what happened to Steve, email please, I really admired him when I saw him, thanks Patti [email protected]

August 10, 2012

Diane,
I am saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was a remarkable guy, truly one of the funniest athletes I've ever been around. It was a blessing to know him at West Lake Jr. and to spend time with both of you at CEU 1971-72. The Lord bless you and your family with the two great losses this year. Rob McCleve

Todd "Toad" Wright Family

August 9, 2012

Diane and Boys,

Your family meant the world to me and still does. Butterfield Circle was never the same when you moved. I enjoyed my conversations with Steve about fishing, sports, trucks, the Jets and his family. I loved that man and had a deep respect for him. Please keep in touch and let me know if you need anything.

Lynne VanCleave

August 8, 2012

I will always think of Steve whenever I hear "Fleetwood Mac". He had great taste in music, decor, and gifts for his beloved wife. I will miss you Steve. Thank you for being a second "daddy" for my daughter, who married Andy shortly after her own daddy's passing.

cathy wardle

August 8, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of steve's death.
i have alot of fond memeroies of high school.it was fun to catch up with steve at the high school reunions. my thoughts and prayer are with you and your family. love cathy (evans) wardle

Dale Swindell

August 8, 2012

To the Sortor family. Steve and I worked at Creasey Catering together since 1976. We parked next to each other for many happy years!We had A lot of fun talking about stuff like Fishing at scofield. Steve was funny and had A great sense of humor. He sure loved his boys and his beautiful wife Diane. Steve liked to talk about college at CEU and playing basketball. He was A great guy and I will miss him dearly. Please tell me if there is anything I can do! Dale Swindell

Leo Paur

August 8, 2012

Steve, Mitch Lunak and myself were best friends in High School; one of the few men who ever told me he loved me and I loved him. He was funny and a great athlete, one of the best I've known in thirty five years as a high school coach. Diane, I am so sorry. I will be there tommorrow.
Leo Paur

Kayrene Bunnell Coddington

August 8, 2012

Diane,
My brother, Jim, just sent me the notice of Steve's passing. My heart goes out to you and your sons as you endure your latest loss. To lose a son, your mother, and then your husband, at the prime of your life, is heartbreaking. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Your cousin, Kayrene Bunnell Coddington & family

Jeff Wright

August 7, 2012

Diane, Andy and Sam,
My family has many fond memories of our days as neighbors in Butterfield Circle. We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that if you need anything at all, we are just a phone call away.
Love, Jeff Wright and Family

Mike Sanchez

August 7, 2012

I remember Steve in high school making us laugh and going on some wild rides with his friend Dave Crumpley, playing golf and working at Creasys. I'm sorry for your loss Peace&Love Forever....

Lucia Pappas Finley

August 6, 2012

Diane,

I just heard about Steve, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Lucia

Rob & Tammy Riley

August 6, 2012

Diane & Boys Just wanted you to know our thoughts & prayers are with you.Steve was a great friend and will be deeply missed ! Love Rob & Tammy Riley

August 6, 2012

Steve and Matt are up there living it up! Love the Sortor family! you guys are totally awesome!

Manette Allred

August 6, 2012

Diane, I am thinking of you and your family. May the Lord bless and comfort you all in the years ahead. You are in our prayers. Love, Manette

Deborah Sortor Martin

August 6, 2012

Diane and family..Our prayers are with you at this very sad time in your life..I loved Steve more than anyone truly will ever know..I will miss talking to him and seeing him..I love you and together we all will get through this... Take Care and see you soon..Debbie, Kellly, and Rachael..

Brian Triptow

August 6, 2012

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of my friend Steve Sortor. I've known Steve since elementary school. Not surprised to learn that Steve was born August 23, 1953. The implication being that he was always the big, raw, youngest kid in his class. It was significant and helped form his competitive drive and determination. It is an enduring memory I have of him. He was very talented but his greatest strength in athletics was his ability to improve every year. He went from being cut in 8th grade, to the best player in high school (along with Dave Crumpley), to a star in college. I always admired Steve as a teammate and later as a competitor. If there is such a thing as an “All-Heart” team, Steve is on it. It felt like a reunion every time our paths crossed. My deepest respect and sympathy to Diane and the rest of Steve's family.

Angie Sobek

August 6, 2012

Steve was a great guy, he will be greatly missed. Our love and condolences go out to your family.

Mary Whitman Colvin

August 6, 2012

My heart and prayers are with you. Steve, you were one of the best cousins ever, you will be truely missed.

Cheryl Rytting

August 6, 2012

Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort and peace; and know that there are many who love and support you.
Cheryl Rytting

August 5, 2012

My heart goes out to you, but now Steve is in no pain. Harold Whitman

August 5, 2012

We are so sad to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the great memories you have and peace in the knowledge of the gospel. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. The Schoeneman Family

August 5, 2012

Andy and Diana,
We are deeply sorry for your dads passing. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts. May you find comfort in each other as a family. We miss you at TransWest C.U. Stay in touch! Love, Wendy and Janice

CRUMPLEY/RICHARDS

August 5, 2012

TO THE SORTOR FAMILY,
JUST SAW THAT STEVEN PASSED. SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT. MY BROTHER DAVID CRUMPLEY SURE LOVED STEVEN. THEY WORKED TOGETHER AT CREASY CATERING. THEY SURE ENJOYED WORKING WITH EACH OTHER. STEVEN BRINGS BACK LOTS OF MEMORIES TO ARE FAMILY, HE'S IN HEAVEN NOW AND IN NO PAIN...STEVEN WILL SURE BE MISSED BY US.

Patti Pryor

August 5, 2012

Was looking closer seeing his Obituary, sorry to hear You had a son die 5 yrs ago. Way too young, So Sorry to hear that too.

Patti Pryor

August 5, 2012

I am David Crumpleys sister, seeing this takes me back 8 yrs when David Died, so sorry to hear this... Blessing to you all

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