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Stephen S. Root, CPA, Age 67 of Garland, Texas, passed away October 23, 2013. He was born December 5, 1945 in Austin to Ewing and Nila (Maultsby) Root. A graduate of McCallum High School and The University of Texas, Steve served his country proudly in the United States Army and was retired from the Internal Revenue Service. He enjoyed playing golf, listening to sports radio, but most of all he was an avid Longhorn fan. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and a friend to all who knew him and will be dearly missed.
He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Lana C. Hodges Root; sons Michael J. Root, Denny Aaron Hodges and wife Maria; daughter Bethany S. Godinez; sisters Karen Reeves, Martha Middleton and spouse Mark, and Jan Root and partner Richard Chaffee; grandchildren Gavin Godinez and Quinlyn Hodges; nephew Sean Reeves and wife Annie; great nephews and niece Ashby, Eadan and Kylie Reeves; aunt Hazel Pipkin and numerous cousins.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 10:30 am at Williams Funeral Home Memorial Chapel, Garland, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
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hank james
October 26, 2019
hey buddy, miss ya, miss the U.T. games, and all the good times we had thru the yrs. to all who knew steve you will never find a better person, and a true friend, God Bless
hank james
October 26, 2019
hey buddy, miss ya, all our good times together, there is a U.T. game today, vs T.C.U. we made a few of them, wish you where here, i truly miss you, your in good hands, love ya, henry
Patrick Dooley
October 21, 2019
It is hard to believe it has been 6 years. Steve was a good man. It was an honor to have served with him in Vietnam. I hope his family is doing well.
Jerry Frease
October 31, 2013
Our thoughts are with you, may your family feel comfort during this extreme challenge. Steve was a genuine caring and courageous Soldier. We miss you Brother. We honor your memory, your life, the men of D Company, 1st Bn. 8th Cav Rgt., 1st Air Cavalry Division, Vietnam.
Vicki James
October 29, 2013
I met Steve thru my husband Hank (Henry James) who they both claimed were best friends since 2nd grade. To know Steve was to love him. I will never forget when he and Lana came to our wedding and Steve asked me "So who did you marry?" My answer was Huh? He asked me again and said did you marry Marvin or Henry or Hank? which one? I just pointed to Hank and said Him! we laughed about that many times. when we had lunch last year at Hills Café, I called my husband Hank and then Steve called him Henry and then told him " Jeez man I wish you would make up your mind who you are! That was Steve and we love the memories. RIP Steve, we'll see you again on the other side.
John
October 28, 2013
Please except my condolences. I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Lean on Him for support through prayer and reading his word the Bible daily.
Marvin H. James
October 27, 2013
Steven and I were very close friends from the 2nd grade on. I loved you like a brother and will miss you greatly. So many times we emailed saying lets get together but we kept putting it off and didn't see each other that much. Our last time was lunch at Hills Café. RIP Steve. Some day we will see each other again in Heaven. I love you
Henry James
Patrick Dooley
October 27, 2013
To Steve's family. Maggie, I, and all his veteran friends offer our thoughts and prayers. Steve was a thoughtful person, and a good friend with a good sense of humor. He will be missed.
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