Robert Richard Steave

Robert Richard Steave obituary, St.Paul, MN

Robert Richard Steave

Robert Steave Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 23, 2025.
Robert Richard Steave

July 1, 1949 - May 19, 2025

Robert Richard Steave, 75, of West St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on May 19, 2025.

Born on July 1, 1949, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Robert was the beloved son of Robert and June Steave. He spent his life in the Twin Cities area, where he found joy in the simple things- music, a good book, the beauty of nature, and the quiet companionship of his cherished cat, Parker.

Robert is lovingly remembered by his brother, Douglas Steave; and cousin Mike Carnes; his niece, Adriane Mathis; nephews, Andrew and Rudy Steave; great-niece, Alexandrea Steave; and great-nephews, Jacob and Kyle Mathis. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Robert and June Steave and his brother, Donald Steave. His kindness, unique spirit, and deep appreciation for the world around him will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A private memorial will be held by the family at a later date.

In remembrance of Robert, the family encourages you to spend a queit moment in nature or put on your favorite song and grab a great book-just as he would have done.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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