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Steven McDowell Obituary

Steven C. McDowell 1967-2011 Steve McDowell was born in Denver, Colo., to Harold and Irene Mcdowell on Nov. 11, 1967. The family moved to Boise, Idaho when Steve was three years old. He attended schools in the Meridian district and graduated from Meridian High School in 1986. He was on the Meridian varsity basketball team. Steve grew up playing little league baseball for coaches Bob and Larry Smith. He also played football on the Meridian Gold football team. He loved hunting with his dad and dog Misty in the fall and winter. In the summer they fished on the Snake River. He was confirmed in the King of Glory Lutheran Church in May 1982. He worked for several years for the Ottley Floor Company before he became ill. Steve was a very good dart thrower and was a member of two state championship teams and several regional championship teams. Steve is survived by his parents, his sisters Denise (Butch) Kirtley and Cindy McDowell, nieces Heather (Cody) Rhoads and Megan Kirtleya, a grand niece Parker Rhoads and several uncles and aunts and many cousins. Steve passed away on Sept. 1 2011 due to complications of diabetes. He is loved and missed by all. Private family graveside services will be held at Star Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www. bowmanfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Humphreys Diabetes Center, 520 S. Eagle Road Meridian, Idaho 83642.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Sep. 4, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven McDowell

21 Entries

Paul Kregger

July 12, 2012

I knew the McDowells as a child and I tell the story of Steven losing fishing poles to a mysterious fish named Thunder. I was thinking of the McDowells while telling of ole Thunder and google sadly led me here I sure hope Steven's made peace with that fish.:-)

Nate Covington

September 13, 2011

Had many a laughs and a few beers a long time ago, with Steve. Life is so short and fragile. Always remember his smile! Steve may you rest in peace, my friend.

Matthew Simko

September 10, 2011

Steve and his family were such an important fixture in my youth. Countless memories flood back upon hearing the sad news of his passing. Our unique friendship that crossed the city boundries of school districts,our summers spent playing baseball, the friends we made and shared, our birthdays only a day apart and the times we celebrated together. Memories of a great friend and great times shared. My sincerest condolences to all his family and friends.

Andreas Winell

September 9, 2011

Met you long time ago. I´m still there. You´re still here.

Connie Duering

September 9, 2011

Kim and I would like to express our deepest sympathies to Googan, Irene and family. We have been traveling with intermittent internet access since August and were shocked and saddened to hear of Steven's death. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

September 8, 2011

I remember Steve from elementary school through jr high(lowell scott) he had the hot car. The only jr high kid to have a car. I did not know him in adult life, as I moved away but I do remember him well. Condolences to all family....Tim Reid

Kelly Gonzales

September 7, 2011

My deepest condolences to the McDowell family...such a sad loss so young. I have you in my thoughts and prayers to gain some much need peace. Kelly Gonzales (Eagle, Idaho)

Tiffany Springan

September 7, 2011

I went to high school with Steve and enjoyed watching the basketball team. I moved away after high school but often thought about the people that affected my life back then. Steve was a great guy. My condolences to his family.

Brad Mitchell

September 7, 2011

I had the great pleasure of calling Steve my friend. Since 7th grade, Steve was always there for his pals. One of the most giving people I have ever known. Even with long periods in our life that we would not see each other, he was always ready with an offer to help. He was loved and many and will be missed by all. Rest in peace my friend.

Todd Campbell

September 6, 2011

Steve and I were good friends when we were young, and we spent many hours playing Cowboys and Indians in the neighborhood, and watching Westerns in his family's basement. My condolences to the McDowell family.

Carol Blankenship-Hampson

September 6, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the McDowell family during such a difficult time. I will always remember Steve's immediate, easy-going smile. Such a sweet guy -- he will be truly be missed by all.

Paige Freedman

September 6, 2011

Cindy,

My heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that I have all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you always.

Matt Orem

September 6, 2011

Steve will be surely missed. I enjoyed playing basketball with him in high school and he was a solid individual, on and off the court. He was always willing to join in a 'pick-up' game and had a smooth jump shot from the corner. My condolences to Steve's family during this difficult time and my thoughts & prayers are with you.

Kris Sanders

September 5, 2011

I'm sorry to hear about Steve passing away. I remember Steve as a great athlete and fun guy. I spent my grade school and junior high years playing sports, video games and carpooling with Steve. I will always remember his Mach II he drove in junior high. Steve was a handsome and popular young man with many friends. My condolences are with his family. I know he will be truly missed.

Michelle Harris

September 4, 2011

This is just so sad... *sigh* I had the pleasure of vicariously dating Steve as he and my then boyfriend 'Fisch' were good friends. He made me laugh - often. He was an easy person to be around or to speak with. And he threw a mean dart. Funniest memory was learning about a new time zone: Steve McDowell Time. Best time was a trip to Jackpot. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May Steve surely rest in peace.

Russ Wheeler

September 4, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a good friend and employee. All of us at Ottley Floor remember his big smile, he will be missed by us as well as many others. Our thoughts are with the family at this time

Robert Harris

September 4, 2011

I'm so sorry to here this sad news. Steve was a great friend and he will be missed by all his dart and pool buddies. I remember the time we were all heading out to throw darts. I took the time and put his back axle on blocks as we got ready to leave we watch him confused and about to burn his tranny up. We had to the poor guy out.

Dawn Robinson-Maxwell

September 4, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of this loss. He was a very special guy. Praying for peace in this time of grief.

Richard Rowley

September 4, 2011

I am so sorry to hear this news. Steve was a childhood friend who lived several houses down from me. He was always a lot of fun, and very kind to others. He will always be in my memories of my childhood. I lost track of him after HS and often wondered what he was up to. My condolences to the McDowell family. You had a good son.

Brad Shreeve

September 4, 2011

I could list countless memories of Steve -- this morning one keeps coming to mind- In the ninth grade we were playing basketball at lunch - there were about 6 of us playing...Two other kids came over and wanted to play - being less skilled ...and maybe not as popular, some of us scorned and ridiculed them....I remember Steve gathering us around (as the leader that he was) and saying "guys- they just want to play some ball like the rest of us"- as they began to play Steve made sure to pass them the ball and compliment their efforts. That story still holds such a great lesson in my life and I have shared it with my boys as I try to teach them to be people of character.

Shell Smith/Dobson

September 4, 2011

i'm so sorry to hear this! steve was a wonderful friend who had an amazing heart!! i knew him through school. my prayers will be with you in your time of grief. even though i hadn't seen him in many years his presence will be missed. he was a very special guy.

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