Stephen Kenneth Lutz

Stephen Kenneth Lutz obituary, Louisville, KY

Stephen Kenneth Lutz

Stephen Lutz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home - East Louisville on Mar. 4, 2025.

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Stephen Kenneth Lutz ("Steve") 1/30/1961- 2/28/2025
A loving husband, devoted father, son, brother, and uncle, Stephen Kenneth Lutz, 64, passed away on February 28th, while with friends in Nicholasville, Kentucky.
Steve was born January 30, 1961, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to William Kenneth Lutz and Maxine Thompson Lutz. He grew up in Louisville, a member of Christ Church United Methodist and playing golf at Wildwood Country Club. Steve graduated from Baylor High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee (1979), continuing studies at Hanover College and Western Kentucky University. A member of the Professional Golfers' Association, Steve was the Head Professional at General Burnside Island Golf Course. Previously he was the Head Professional at Lone Oak Golf Club and Assistant Professional at Hunting Creek Country Club. Steve and his family attended Pax Christi Catholic Church in Lexington.
Steve will be missed by his surviving family, his wife, the former Maureen Shannon Brady; sons James Kenneth and Collin Patrick; daughters Molly Curran and Meghan Colleen; mother, Maxine Lutz; brother Scott Thompson Lutz (Karen); and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Saturday, March 8, from 10AM-12 PM at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church with funeral service to start at Noon, to be followed by burial at Cave Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Heart Association.
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April 11, 2025

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Charles H.

April 11, 2025

I met Steve when he came to work at Burnside Island. Super nice guy and I will miss seeing him at the course. Prayers for his family.

Joni Knight Burke ( former life guard))

March 11, 2025

Fond memories of Stephen and the entire Lutz family from many summers at the Wildwood Country Club pool, swim meets, etc. Sending my deepest sympathy.

American Heart Association

March 6, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Mark Maniaci

March 5, 2025

February 2018 I met Steve at General Burnside Island State Park Golf Course. I became a volunteer there working under him. He was sincere and caring, he is sadly missed by all who knew him including me. Rest In Peace Steve

Kelly Brady Dockter Dean

March 5, 2025

Never enough time....we love you, we miss you, we thank you for loving Shannon Brady and for your 4 sweet kiddos Rest in peace...

Ron Hill

March 5, 2025

Steve was a tireless worker that I was fortunate to work for. He treated his golf family to high standards Gonna miss you Steve. Prayers to your family.

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