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Steve Jett Obituary
October 7, 1934 - February 21, 2023
Steve Jett, October 7, 1934 - February 21, 2023, passed away on February 21, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, on October 7, 1934, to parents John Jett and Matiana Casias. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Barbara Ann Jett, brothers John Jett and Alfred Jett, sisters Cora Mc Colley, Esther Cavazos and Hazel Ochs. He is survived by son Steven Jett, nieces Ella Gatchell, Laura Ochs, Sandra Ochs, Cathy Ochs, Patricia Rose, nephew Ben Cass and numerous other relatives and friends.
Steve joined the Air Force at the age of 17 and served in Korea. Upon leaving the Air Force, he worked in civil service at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio until his retirement in 1987. His late wife Barbara was an avid equestrian, and he joined her for trail drives until her death in 1981. He enjoyed fishing as well as deer hunting in south Texas brush country. He also enjoyed living and working on his small ranch near Devine.
Services will be held on March 16, 2023, at Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, Texas. Visitation will begin at 2:00 P.M., followed by a memorial service at 3:00 P.M. There will be a reception following the memorial service at a nearby venue. The location will be announced at the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a charity of your choice or the Optimist Service Fund care of the Optimist Club of San Antonio.
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Marsalie Zinsmeyer
March 16, 2023
We pray for relief and great memories of your father.
Sincerest sympathy,
Leroy & Marsalie Zinsmeyer
Sally Sobey
March 15, 2023
My condolences to Mr. Jett´s family and friends. I remember Mr. Jett from KAFB. He was always pleasant. RIP and thank you for your service, Sir .
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