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Steve Stapp Obituary
Brownsburg - Steve "The Bopper" Stapp 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in Brownsburg, IN on 4/23/21. Steve is a member of The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Iowa, (as was his father, Babe), the United State Auto Club (USAC) Hall of Fame, the Hoosier Auto Race Fans Hall of Fame & the National Association of Racing Fan Clubs Hall of Fame. Steve is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rosemary Stapp, 2 children, Andy (Sandy) Stapp, & Susannah (James "Chuy" Sandberg) Stapp, three grandchildren, Sammy & Joey Stapp, Courtney StappSandberg, & his four-legged grandchildren, Beaudry, Zoey, Findley, Offy, & Sprocket. Although he was an only child, he leaves behind his brothers, Hall of Fame driver, Pancho Carter, Buzzy Dobbins, & Tom McIntosh. They were as close, if not closer than blood. He is also survived by his partner in crime in restoring race cars, Kenneth Nichols. Celebration of Life will be Sun, May 2, 2021 at USAC Headquarters 4910 W. 16th St. Speedway, IN from 3-8pm! Please stop in throughout the day to visit with family & share your favorite Bopper stories! Donations may be made to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum, PO Box 542 Knoxville, IA 50138.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Simplicity Funeral & Cremation Care, Avon Chapel. For a full obituary please visit www.simplicityfuneralandcremationcare.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Stapp
Faye Bauer
May 20, 2021
Rosemary, Andy and Susannah, I am so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing.
Larry Janicsek
April 29, 2021
R.I.P. Bopper, the Friday night get together held on the second floor of the NSCHoF&M during Induction weekend for the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame will never be the same !!! Pairing you with Lynn Paxton to co- monitor the " open microphone " session with past inductees was a winning move. The stories came fast & furiously and were always very enjoyable. You always held steady supporting USAC racing while Lynn touted outlaw racing especially the PA racers-- GREAT FUN for all who attended. I always looked forward to the arrival in Knoxville of your passenger vehicle because the fun began when you and Rosemary arrived at the NSCHoF&M with some new stories or retelling of previous great yarns. Steve, you were one of a kind great guy and you'll long be known and respected for being the only NSCHoF inductee that has his " britches " on display in the museum.
Kim
April 29, 2021
Steve Stapp, The best story teller of all time! Heaven will be lively with all of the stories you will be telling. Loved your laugh & generous ways. You definitely left your unique mark on this world. You will be missed I have so many wonderful memories spending time with you , Rosemary, Andy, & Suz.
Larry Janicsek
April 29, 2021
R.I.P. Bopper, the Friday night get together held on the second floor of the NSCHoF&M during Induction weekend for the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame will never be the same !!! Pairing you with Lynn Paxton to co- monitor the " open microphone " session with past inductees was a winning move. The stories came fast & furiously and were always very enjoyable. You always held steady supporting USAC racing while Lynn touted outlaw racing especially the PA racers-- GREAT FUN for all who attended. I always looked forward to the arrival in Knoxville of your passenger vehicle because the fun began when you and Rosemary arrived at the NSCHoF&M with some new stories or retelling of previous great yarns. Steve, you were one of a kind great guy and you'll long be known and respected for being the only NSCHoF inductee that has his " britches " on display in the museum. Respectfully, Larry Janicsek Pewaukee, WI
Betty packard
April 29, 2021
Sending love!
Joanna Giles
April 29, 2021
With deepest sympathy.
Kenny Nemire
April 29, 2021
Prayers are with you all. He will be missed by so many.He was a true icon for the sport of racing. RIP Bopper!!
Mike Kent
April 29, 2021
Sorry were out of state. So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Fine fellow great neighbor. Lords strength to family
David Dill
April 29, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Stapp family. Bopper welcomed me into the racing world back when Mini-Sprint racing 1st started. The whole family helped me during the growing years. I wear BIBS daily and the BOPPER was my inspiration. If it is OK for the Bopper then it's OK for me. Rest in Peace my friend.
Mike and Melissa Drake
April 29, 2021
We love you, and we'll miss you so much. You'll always be Santa Bopper to us! Thanks for all the happy memories! ♥
Tom Patton
April 29, 2021
Sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Steve. I feel my life is richer having known him. Thinking of you Rosemary and family.
Tom Patton
April 30, 2021
Sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Steve. I feel my life is richer having known him. Thinking of you Rosemary and family.
Mike and Melissa Drake
April 30, 2021
We love you, and we'll miss you so much. You'll always be Santa Bopper to us! Thanks for all the happy memories!
David Dill
April 30, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Stapp family. Bopper welcomed me into the racing world back when Mini-Sprint racing 1st started. The whole family helped me during the growing years. I wear BIBS daily and the BOPPER was my inspiration. If it is OK for the Bopper then it's OK for me. Rest in Peace my friend.
Mike Kent
April 30, 2021
Sorry were out of state. So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Fine fellow great neighbor. Lords strength to family
Kenny Nemire
April 30, 2021
Prayers are with you all. He will be missed by so many.He was a true icon for the sport of racing. RIP Bopper!!
Joanna Giles
April 30, 2021
With deepest sympathy.
Susie Tuttle
April 30, 2021
I am so sorry and sending my love and hugs to all of you.
Betty Packard
April 30, 2021
Sending love!
Larry Janicsek
April 30, 2021
R.I.P. Bopper, the Friday night get together held on the second floor of the NSCHoF&M during Induction weekend for the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame will never be the same !!! Pairing you with Lynn Paxton to co- monitor the " open microphone " session with past inductees was a winning move. The stories came fast & furiously and were always very enjoyable. You always held steady supporting USAC racing while Lynn touted outlaw racing especially the PA racers-- GREAT FUN for all who attended. I always looked forward to the arrival in Knoxville of your passenger vehicle because the fun began when you and Rosemary arrived at the NSCHoF&M with some new stories or retelling of previous great yarns. Steve, you were one of a kind great guy and you'll long be known and respected for being the only NSCHoF inductee that has his " britches " on display in the museum. Respectfully,
Kim
April 30, 2021
Steve Stapp, The best story teller of all time! Heaven will be lively with all of the stories you will be telling. Loved your laugh & generous ways. You definitely left your unique mark on this world. You will be missed I have so many wonderful memories spending time with you , Rosemary, Andy, & Suz.
mark lippard
April 29, 2021
ALWAYS HAD A SMILE, AND WANTED TO KNOW HOW YOU WERE DOIN'! WOULD HELP YOU WITH ANYTHING IF HE COULD!
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