Ian Steffen

1959 - 2022

Ian Steffen

1959 - 2022

BORN

1959

DIED

2022

Ian Steffen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 8, 2022.
After a long battle with severely worsening alcoholic liver cirrhosis, he chose to end his life at home by suicide. He is survived by his wife Catherine, daughters Sarah, Elizabeth and Natalie, his stepson Chris, his sister Susan and her family and numerous relatives living in Denmark.

It was Ian's request that he be buried at sea from the fishing vessel "Lovely Martha" where he enjoyed fishing for salmon with his buddies in the fishing club.

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January 21, 2025

Roy DeJarlar posted to the memorial.

February 13, 2022

Chris (Sanchez) Allen posted to the memorial.

February 8, 2022

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Roy DeJarlar

January 21, 2025

Is this the same Ian Stephen, that worked at Lino garden materials, as a diesel mechanic? We were friends in our youth up until our early adulthood when we both moved. Had pictures from him from our early 20s. If this is the same Ian? I´m so very sorry for the family`s loss.

Chris (Sanchez) Allen

February 13, 2022

I'm so very sorry for your loss. My parents and Ian were neighbors for many years. RIP, Ian.

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January 21, 2025

Roy DeJarlar posted to the memorial.

February 13, 2022

Chris (Sanchez) Allen posted to the memorial.

February 8, 2022

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