Stephen Gerrells "Steve" Moody

Stephen Gerrells "Steve" Moody obituary, Tracy, CA

Stephen Gerrells "Steve" Moody

Stephen Moody Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bay Area Cremation Society - Stockton on Jan. 17, 2026.
Stephen Gerrells Moody passed away peacefully December 3, 2025 surrounded by family and an abundance of love. He was born in Santa Cruz, California July 13, 1944. He proudly served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force from 1965 until 1973 having many great adventures in Spain and Mississippi. Steve was predeceased in death by his parents Rey and Norma and his son Justin. He is survived by his wife Julie, his children Starley, David, Michelle (Ron), Julie's children Elton (Missy), and Julie (Brian), fifteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and siblings Jolene (Kent), Jan (Hal), Eileen (Dennis), and Hallard (Christie).

Please join us for graveside services on Tuesday February 10, 2026 at 11am in the Little Arlington section of Valpico Memorial Park 12815 West Valpico Road, Tracy, California. The Honor Guard will perform military honors, including the playing of Taps, possible rifle volley, folding and presentation of the Flag of the United States of America.

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