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Steven Gatrell Obituary

Steven Gordon Gatrell 2/3/1949~9/29/2003  Surrounded by loving family members, Steven Gatrell, age 54, of Salt Lake City, UT, passed away due to complications of diabetes on Monday, September 29, 2003 in Salt Lake. UT. Steve was born February 03, 1949 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Gordon and Nadene Gatrell. Steve attended Skyline High, and at age 17 enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served his country in Vietnam.  Throughout the trials of his life, Steve remained strong-willed and optimistic, never losing hope. He was kind and generous, always willing to share whatever he had. Steve will be remembered for his love of motorcycles, animals and his passion of the constitution and its protection of individuals' rights. He worked as a handyman/paralegal. He is survived by his parents, Gordon and Nadene Gatrell of Salt Lake City; brothers, Scott (Jan), Alan (Janeal), Cory (Debi) Gatrell; sisters, Jan (Rod) Rupp, Lois (Gail) Paxton, Linda (Rob) Wernli, Terri (Jeff) Shaw; and his close friend Paula Olsen.  The family would like to thank Paula for her care and concern for Steve, and especially Ed (Gordon) of the V.A. Medical Center for his compassionate help through Steve's final moments.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday Oct. 4, 2003, 12:30 pm at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 S. 2300 E., where friends may call from 11:15 A.M. to 12:15p.m. prior to the services. Interment: Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 1750 East 3300 So. Funeral Directors: The Holbrook Mortuary.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2003.

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Dale Krueger

October 4, 2003

I had the opportunity to go on a great many adventures with Steve, Feb. in New Orleans,or at "the Gathering" in southern utah. His passing will be a great loss to all of those who loved the freedom of this country and the unspoiled beauty of the outdoors.I,we have lost a good man and a great friend....rest in peace old friend

.............Dale

Brent McPhie

October 3, 2003

Brother and Sister Gatrell,



I only met Steve a couple of times, but based on the stories that Scott has told me, I feel like I knew him. I know that Scott has a lot of admiration and respect for his big brother. I know that Steve and Scott are sons of good parents. That plus the fact that Scott feels strongly about him is good enough for me to say Steve Gatrell was a great guy. My prayers are with you and your family at this challenging time.



Brent McPhie

Sandy Gloster

October 3, 2003

I will remember Steve always for his love and compassion. When I was 16 and wanted to ride motorcycles (but wouldn't ride behind anyone) Steve taught me how.

32 years later I think of him and am grateful to him every time I "saddle up".

He will be greatly missed by many.

God speed Steve.

Tracie Pehrson-Richardson

October 3, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Sean McClaugherty

October 2, 2003

You were a good man, Steve. We love you.



Mary and Sean McClaugherty

Jim Nelson

October 2, 2003

Steve was a good man whos time ended much too soon.

Larry Nelson

October 2, 2003

Steve was always a go-getter. He came up with new ideas and wasn't afraid to try them.

Roger Hawkes

October 2, 2003

I just wanted Steve's family to know what a great friend he was to me, how he helped me out with many projects, and our discussions of the Constitution and Constitutional liberties.

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