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Stephen McElheny Obituary
Stephen "Steve" Jerry McElheny, 81, of Peru, Indiana passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025 at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne.
He was born on March 20, 1944 in Peru, Indiana to Eugene and Betty (Graham) McElheny. On January 31, 1984, Steve married Sandra Elaine (Jackson) McElheny. He was retired as a conductor from Norfolk & Southern Railroad. Steve loved spending time with family. He enjoyed working on things and helping others.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra, and children: Cassie McElheny (husband Robert Tarbox) of New Hampshire, Carrie (Chris) Munroe of North Carolina, Katina Christy of Elwood, Indiana, Jerry (Denise) Carr of Kokomo, Indiana, Roger Carr of Peru, Indiana, and Janice (Jerry) Leslie of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Also surviving are several grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and a brother Mike (Michiko) McElheny of Georgia. There are many other family members who loved him dearly.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents and son Cycrus Christy, and one daughter Roberta.
Per Steve's wishes, there will be no services.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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