Steven B. Garbukas

Steven Garbukas Obituary

Age 44. Of Valparaiso IN, formerly of Brown Deer, WI. Born to Eternal Life on Nov. 20, 2005 at Porter Hospital from complications of his hard-fought battle with cancer. He was the son of Gladys (Kaleva) Kane of Tallahassee, FL. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Garbukas of Traverse City, MI and his maternal and paternal grandparents. He was a regional salesperson with PPG Aerospace in Indianapolis, IN. Steve was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Valparaiso and an associate member of King of Kings Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI.

Beloved husband of Debbie (nee Stead) who survives in Valparaiso. Also surviving are 2 daughters, Erin and Kelly Garbukas at home; a sister, Cheryl (Steven Kunst) Stuart of Tallahassee; a brother, Michael (Laura) Garbukas of Marietta, GA; nieces and nephew, Alyssa Runyan, Kate and Karen Stuart and Caroline and Andy Garbukas; father-in-law, Arthur Stead of Dousman and sister-in-law, DeeDee (Chris) Runyan of Merton. Many other family members, friends and colleagues also survive to cherish his memory.

Visitation Tues., Nov. 29 from 4 to 8 PM at the:

ZWASKA FUNERAL HOME

4900 W. Bradley Rd. (414)354-5330

www.zwaskafuneral.com

Services are on Wed., Nov. 30 with Visitation at 10 AM and Services at 11 AM. Private burial. In memory of Steven, the family asks that friends donate blood to their local blood bank. Memorial contributions are suggested in his name to the Garbukas Children Education Fund. Steve was an organ donor. The family wishes to extend a special thanks for the kindness and care of the oncology nursing staff of 3E at Porter Hospital.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 27, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Garbukas

6 Entries

Steven Ahonen

December 3, 2005

Steve and I grew up in Warren, Michigan and spent the first 13 years of our lives together doing what boys do. We have visited and stayed in touch since then. Steve has had and will continue to have an amazing impact on everyone he touched, which was just about everyone he met. A great father, husband, teacher and friend, he has set the bar pretty high for the rest of us. He also leaves a great legacy in his wonderful wife and two beautiful children. He left me pondering how much better I can be, and how much work I have left to do. I will never have a friend like him again and consider myself fortunate to have known Steve for as long as I did. He had more positive impact in his short stay, than I could have if I were to live 200 years. Yes, he was THAT special. Goodbye, my dearest friend, rest well with the Lord. We will do our best to pick up where you left off.

Karen Sederberg

December 3, 2005

Dear Debbie, You have been an inspiration to all of us at Karen's. Your faith in God and your strength has shown us that God truly will see us through all things, no matter how hard. We love you and pray for you and we know that Steve is now resting comfortably in the presence of our Savior Jesus Christ. May He bless you with peace and wonderful memories all the days of your life.

Love, Karen and the girls

Jeanie Sienkowski

December 1, 2005

You are in my thoughts and prayers continually. Each of Kelly's 4th grade friends are thinking of her with much love.

Jim Thorne

December 1, 2005

The entire Central Families' thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jeffrey Perenic

November 28, 2005

Debbie, Erin, and Kelly,

I only had the opportunity to meet Steve once. It was on a trip he took to Michigan with Roald Johannsen. We played a round of golf (which I believe was his only full round in sometime)and it was here that I was introduced to Steve's wonderful sense of humor and his will and determination to overcome any obstacle. He talked about his battle with cancer and the love and support he received from his family. His positive attitude made me feel like I could accomplish just about anything! And although none of us played exceptionally well that day, we had a fantastic time and it is a day that I will always remember.

Steve Krogness

November 28, 2005

Steve was a wonderful person and colleague. We knew each other because of business. He touched everyone at 3M Company. We will miss his smiling face and his wonderful way.

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