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Marion Stepniewski Obituary
Marion Stepniewski
Aug. 5, 1948 - Feb. 26, 2021
HIGHLAND, IN - Marion Stepniewski, 72, died February 26, 2021.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Shirley; his son, Brian (Mike Kwiatek); siblings: Rich Stepniewski (his twin brother), Adam (Kathe) Stennis, Barbara (David) Funk, and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his mother, Sophie Stepniewski.
Marion served as police officer for 22 years in the Highland Police Department. He was an avid golfer, film aficionado, and social butterfly. He especially loved his Thursdays with Rich. He was loved and appreciated by all who knew him, and will be missed.
The family also wishes to thank Doctor Gandhi who helped extend Marion's life and the paramedics and Highland Police Department, for their kindness and caring at this difficult time.
Funeral services will be Friday, March 5, 2021 at Ridgelawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to noon; prayer service from noon to 1:00 p.m. with burial following.
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Bob Fleming
March 20, 2021
My thoughts and prayers to Marion's family on his loss. Marion was a great person and officer. I met Marion as his trainer with his K9 for the Highland Police Dept back in 1978. Fun times sorry to hear he is gone.
David Calarie HPD #139 (retired)
March 4, 2021
My sympathies to Cookie and the rest of Step's family. Step was one of the first supervisors I had at Highland PD. He was tough on us, but fair. His expectations made a bunch of us better cops because of that. He always wanted what was best for us. I always appreciated that of him. I hope that all of you find some comfort in the knowledge many are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers at this sad time, and in the many good memories you all must have.
Kevin Hassellof
March 4, 2021
My sincere condolences to Marion's family. I have many fond memories of our Sunday golfing at Scherwood with Marvin's group with both he and Rich.
Rest In Peace Marion
Colleen Sheffer
March 3, 2021
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time!
Oscar Ramirez
March 3, 2021
To the family of Marion Stepniewski, please accept my sincere condolences. Marion was a High School classmate of mine. Later in time he was with Highland PD and I was with Hammond PD. He will be missed.
JANET SUROVIAK
March 3, 2021
i always enjoyed seeing Step at the drive-thru at 45th and chatting for a few minutes. My deepest sympathies to the family. Rest in peace, Step.
Tom James HPD #129 Det (Ret)
March 3, 2021
A tough old guy who was a good cop. Rest in peace.
Larry Muszynski
March 3, 2021
My wife DJ, my son Paul and I send our deepest condolences to Cookie, Brian, Rick, Vito, Barbara and Mrs. Stepniewski on the passing of my best friend Marion.
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