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Steven Slyter Obituary
Steven A. Slyter
September 8, 1952-March 18, 2020
BLUE GRASS-Steven A. Slyter, 67, of Blue Grass, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at his home after a long courageous battle with cancer. Honoring his wishes the right of cremation has been accorded and Military Graveside services will be held at the National Cemetery, Rock Island Arsenal, at a date to be determined. Memorials may be made to the Central High School Athletics Department or the American Cancer Society. Halligan McCabe DeVries Funeral Home in Davenport is assisting the family with arrangements to include a celebration of life at a later date.
Steven Alvin Slyter was born September 8, 1952 in Davenport, the son of Ezra and Leona (Mealey) Slyter. He was united in marriage to Jeanine Roggenkamp, on November 15, 1996. Steven proudly served our country in the United States Army, and was the owner/operator of S.A.S Painting Plus.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife Jeanine and their daughters; Stephanie (Tom) Gilroy, Rock Island, Jodi (Luke) Erichsen, Bettendorf, Shelly (Jeff) Hitt, Davenport; grandchildren, Breanna Johnson, Hailey Vastine, Hunter Vastine and Natalie Hitt; great-grandchildren, Matthew and Harper; his siblings; Dave Slyter, Keith Slyter, and Cheryl Terry; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers; Toby, John and Bob.
Online condolences may be made to Steve's family by viewing his obituary at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.
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Bill Miller
April 7, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I'm so sorry. He was a great friend. We had a good run. Rest in peace, Buddy.
Lynn Brown
March 29, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of Steven. He was a great person and a friend of mine from Hy-Vee on Rockingham Rd. I shall keep him and all of you in my prayers.
Dean Taylor
March 22, 2020
Steve was a great man that worked very hard and enjoyed his slots. God bless . Dean
March 19, 2020
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing Jeanine.
Pat and I have very fond
Memories of trips and wine tasting with you guys. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
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