Steven Bruce Gramig

Steven Bruce Gramig: A Legacy of Laughter, Love, and Unwavering Determination
Steven Bruce Gramig, known fondly as Steve, passed away on April 2, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington, KY, at the age of 72. He was born on June 4, 1951, to Pete Gramig Jr. and Betty Jane Baxter Gramig. He is survived by two sons, David Gramig (Glenna) of Nicholasville, KY and John Gramig (Haley) of Northern California; sisters Susan Schmitz (Albert) and Lynn Gramig Schell. Steve is survived by his two grandsons, Rylan Gramig and Brooks Gramig of Nicholasville. Also left to cherish Steve's memory are his two nephews, Michael Schmitz and Ben Schell (Kaitlyn). Steve's life was a testament to resilience, humor, and an indomitable spirit.
From his early years, Steve exhibited qualities that would define him throughout his life. Despite facing adversity early on with the loss of his parents, Steve, along with his twin and older sister, embraced life with gusto. His childhood job at the ripe age of 13 digging graves might seem grim to some, but it was the perfect precursor to his lifelong affinity for sales. He even once negotiated a higher grade in biology by offering his teacher a unique souvenir-a skull from an old shallow grave. A story he shared with a twinkle in his eye and a chuckle, it perfectly captured Steve's irreverent humor and determination.
Steve's journey from humble beginnings to success was marked by his unwavering work ethic and resourcefulness. Whether it was marking his prized Charles Potato Chips can with a razor blade to identify tampering by his sisters or indulging in his passion for cars, Steve's appreciation for life's pleasures grew alongside his achievements. His garage was a shrine to his hard work, filled with the sleek curves of Chevrolet Corvettes, serving as aspirational targets for those around him.
Steve spent his college years in Lexington where he put himself through school at UK while driving a school bus to cover his tuition. His career as an executive in the audio industry took him across the country and back but Steve's true pride lay in his family. Wanting to reinvest in himself, he came back to Lexington and owned Mayne Insurance Agency with his younger son until retiring in late 2021. Wherever he went, he left his mark not only in the boardroom but also in the neighborhood. He loved sharing the access of his industry with neighbors as he would use his unbelievable knack of craftsmanship to upgrade each home that he moved to. His particular specialty; taking an unfinished basement and turning it into a man-cave that undoubtedly included a movie theater to showcase the wares of his latest company. He reveled in inviting the neighbors for an introductory screening by playing the opening scene of 'Top Gun' (the original one) so all of the neighbors would feel "Highway to the Danger Zone" bellowing through the ground.
Steve's humor was infectious, his pranks legendary. From seamlessly switching between dad jokes and intellectual banter, Steve could charm anyone with his wit. Yet, beneath the laughter, his love for his family shone brightest. Along with Carla, their main priority was building a wonderful life for their family. Every car Steve owned, every late-night at the office, was for them. And with the next generation, he found immense joy in seeing the smiling faces of his grandchildren as they ran towards his latest sports car from the school pickup line, the roar of his engine echoing their excitement.
Steven Bruce Gramig leaves behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unwavering determination. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him, a beacon of light in a world often too dark. As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the man who lived life to the fullest, leaving behind a trail of laughter and love that will endure for generations to come.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green.