Steven Nourse

Steven Eugene Nourse entered into eternal rest on December 29, 2006, after a courageous and brave battle with cancer. He leaves behind a loving and devoted wife, Mary Sue Nourse; children, Ronnie Nourse and wife, Cindy, of Houston, Kim Lindemann and husband, Steve, of Kingwood, Debbie Williams and husband, James, of Deer Park, Buddy Stacy and wife, Shannon, of Talhequah, OK., and Stephanie Jean Ice and husband, Cherokee, of Cache, OK.; mother, Betty Jane Nourse; aunt, Sharon Daniels; brother, Bill Nourse and wife, Frankie; best friends, Big Bud and Sissy Winters; grandchildren, Codi Loren Clifton, Kyle Steven Clifton, Ethan Steven Lindemann, Eric David Lindemann, Emma Elizabeth Williams, Dylan James Williams, Timothy, Amanda, & Anthony McAlpin, Josh, Janessa, Jillian, & Jenna Stacy, and James, Jerry, Jay, Jessica, & Jordan Ice, and great grandson, Jonathan James Ice. He is preceded in death by his father. Steve was a devoted and patient husband, daddy, pawpaw and friend. Forever a role model, he showed us how to proceed with dignity, grace, and courage. He will be remembered for his for his attitude, willingness to learn, teach, provide and volunteer. Steve was by trade a machinist and tool and die maker. He was a loyal employee for Maxwell House Coffee plant on Harrisburg in Houston, Texas, for 28 years, spending 27 of those years as a Maintenance Supervisor. He was well respected by colleagues, crews and staff for his vast knowledge, ability to teach and common sense applications. He will be remembered for his tenacity, wisdom, leadership and commitment. Steve was a role model and example for others. He was never afraid to attack a project. If they did not make it, he made it. If he did not know how, he learned. If you did not know how, he taught you. If no one had ever done it, he did it. He will always be remembered as Boss by his "D" crew, Mike, Bobby, Big John and Stanley. During his tenure at Maxwell House, he led many volunteer projects. He always loved to share his knowledge with others and help those less fortunate. He was involved in one of the early Apollo projects with NASA for which he received medals, plaques and bragging rights. As a machinist he built critical components of the vehicle frame. Additionally, he was a machine shop instructor at Lee College in Baytown during to 80's. This role suited him well. He loved to share his knowledge and teach others. He lived with purpose and passion. He lived a proud life. He did not acknowledge achievements lightly. He worked hard and made a difference. He enjoyed his life and all those around him enjoyed it with him. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 pm at Crespo & Jirrels Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, 2:00 pm at Crespo & Jirrels Chapel with Rev. David Pryor officiating. A short reception will held prior to the procession to Chapel of the Pines Cemetery. Honoring the family as pallbearers are James Williams, Mike Musella, Bobby Doza, Harold Winters, Ronnie Nourse, and Donnie McMillin. Honorary Pallbearers will be Kyle Clifton, and Ethan Lindemann. For those desiring, memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society. Arrangements have been entrusted to Crespo & Jirrels Funeral and Cremation Services, 6123 Garth Rd, Baytown, Texas 77521, 281-839-0700.