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Steven ELLIOTT Obituary
Steven Thomas Elliott
WAVERLY, IL - Steven Thomas Elliott, 54, died Saturday, August 23, 2014, in Chatham. He was born March 1, 1960, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Edwin Thomas and Allison Evey Elliott. He married Pam Stauffer on April 3, 1997, and she survives.
Also surviving are four children, Heather Fowler of Springfield, James (Nathaly) Welch of Chicago, Susan Welch of Springfield, and Malorie A. Elliott of Chatham; six grandchildren; two brothers, Alan (Lynn) Elliott of Wickenburg, Ariz., and Randy (Lisa) Elliott of Bakersfield, Calif.; former wife, Karen Elliott of Chatham, mother of Malorie and Sean; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Sean Thomas Elliott.
Steven was a teacher at Sacred Heart Griffin for over twenty-five years.
He was an avid outdoorsman and participated in a two-year Mormon Mission in Ireland in 1980. He touched many lives and will be missed.
Celebration of Life: The family will host a Celebration of Life for family and close friends at 1 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 31, 2014, at the home of Randy Stauffer.
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Ronald D Lish
August 21, 2025
I remember an occasion when Elder Elliott recited a poem on stage . Dressed in his green fur lined hooded coat ( fake fur) and I think the poem was called Annabel Lee. His by memory rendition inspired me to go on and write 1000 poems. Adieu dear friend until we meet again, beyond, among the many to teach once again.
An early school photo of Steve.
Stephanie Evey
September 17, 2014
Only last night, a friend asked me about my sister's boys and I had to say I wasn't sure where any of them were, now. Only minutes later, I learned that Steve had passed away. Those of you who have commented, here, that he made you smile or laugh - I think he got that from my father, his grandfather, who liked to make Steve, as well as other people, laugh with puns, pranks, and silly jokes. I regret that Steve and I could not stay in touch so that we could make each other laugh. My sympathy to family, friends, students, and anyone who valued Steve's presence in their lives.
Madonna Sawyer
September 16, 2014
My most sincere condolences to all of Steve's family. I was deeply saddened to hear, just today, of Steve's passing. So very, very sorry for your loss.
Terry Elliott
September 1, 2014
Pam. I am so sorry for paid you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
August 29, 2014
He was a great teacher and friend. I will miss him greatly and offer my most sincere condolences.
Ann Delano Bunnll
Gary & Michele Wilson & Family
August 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Thomas
August 27, 2014
Mr. Elliott was such a great teacher and an even better person. I hope that he is resting in peace. I'll miss you Mr. Elliott.
Jo Burg
August 27, 2014
I had the privledge of having Mr. Elliott as a math teacher at SHG. He was one of my favorite teachers. He was a wonderful man and cared so much for all his students. He will be greatly missed.
Bruce Mills
August 27, 2014
I had the privilege of living with Steve for 3 months in Ireland as his missionary companion. He was a great mentor and friend, and just reminiscing brings a smile to my face. Such a great spirit! So caring. . . and so funny! Rest in peace, my friend.
August 27, 2014
Alan and Randy, It has been years since I have had the pleasure of seeing you. I am so sorry for your loss. We have all gone down such divergent roads. If you come through SL give me a call and lets have dinner. I am on facebook. Your old Aunt Judy
Ron Lush
August 27, 2014
My condolences to all the family at this time. I never would have thought this departure would have affected me after such a long interval after our mission. I remember a rendition he gave of a poem he memorised along with two elders who dressed as husky dogs. It became an turning point for me when I started writing poetry. God bless you all. I look forward to meeting Steven again in the eternities .
Joan Hannick
August 27, 2014
I had the privilege of getting to know Steve during his mission. He was a great guy with a wonderful sense of humour and left a lasting impression on all who met him during his time in Ireland. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this sad time.
Darlene Trapani
August 27, 2014
Pam,
So sorry to hear about Steve. He was a great person. I remember when you first met Steve and your wedding. All great memories. What a terrible loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
John Powell Lisa Tebbe
August 27, 2014
Pam, So sorry to hear about Steve. I'm sorry I had not been in touch with him after I left SHG. He helped me as a teacher. I've been praying for and to him in these days since I heard. I'm sending you prayers and thoughts. Steve, RIP.
Lisa
August 27, 2014
Great teacher who will forever come to mind when I think of the phrase, "close but no cigar." He always made his students laugh and could always cheer them up when they had a hard day. Mr Elliot, you will always be missed & I will always remember getting to draw pictures on my trig tests!
Dana Buehrle
August 27, 2014
Pam,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
August 27, 2014
Pam, I was so sorry to hear about your husband, Your family are in my prayers. Barb Tucker
Donna and Morris Grawey
August 27, 2014
So sorry to hear about Steve. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all.
tammy hupp
August 27, 2014
So sorry to hear about steve. I worked in the kitchen at shg for 5yrs. Such a nice man. Always had us laughing. Could always tell when he was is the kitchen could falli w the trail on foot chalked steps. Will miss him. J eep the family in my prayers
karen hewitt
August 27, 2014
Will always rember Mr.Elliott.Always had a smile when he came through the café at shg.He will be missed by all.
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