Lifelong local resident Steven Eugene Pinard, 55, of Kelso passed away Feb. 18, 2009, at Oregon Health Science & University Hospital in Portland.

He was born Nov. 3, 1953, in Longview to Frank and LaDonna (Giles) Pinard and graduated from Clatskanie High School in 1972.

Steve retired from Weyerhaeuser in 1992 after 20 years of service. He then coached boys and girls Rainier Middle School basketball for 14 years. He took great fulfillment working with these kids and instilling in them a love of the sport. He helped coach "The Fury" fifth grade girls tournament basketball team. He was a league pitcher on slow pitch softball teams for many years at Roy Morris Park and for tournament teams, playing up and down the Washington I-5 corridor. Steve also managed some of those teams. He bowled league on Hilander teams. He loved to sturgeon fish and was always ready to throw a line in the water for a while. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed making items for friends and family. The biggest joy of his life was being a stay-at-home dad for his daughter, Stevie.

Steve was a people person and a friend to everyone. He could strike up a conversation with anyone any place. He was the type that was always willing to drop whatever he was doing when a friend needed his help.

He married Donna Katon in Clatskanie in 1976. They later divorced. In 1990, he married Marilyn Cullen in Longview. She survives him at home. Also surviving are a daughter, Stevie Pinard at home; two sons, Russell (Denise) Pinard of San Diego and Jacob (Candace) Pinard of Vancouver; his mother, LaDonna Pinard of Clatskanie; two brothers, Ed Pinard and Doug Pinard, both of Clatskanie; two sisters, Kathy Hamilton of Clatskanie and Cindy Burns of Rainier; and two grandchildren, Tristen Pinard and Ava Pinard, both of San Diego, and one on the way, Braxton.

His father, Frank Pinard, preceded him in death Oct. 31, 2003.

A celebration of Steve's life will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Faith Family Christian Center in Longview with a luncheon to follow. The Rev. Bob Giles Sr., will officiate. Viewings will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Steele Chapel at Longview Memorial Park & Crematory.

Account #423642 has been set up in Steve’s honor at Fibre Federal Credit union to sponsor deserving kids in the Rainier Middle School and Kelso Girl’s Youth Basketball programs.

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Published by The Daily News on Feb. 21, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Pinard

21 Entries

terry grasser

March 15, 2009

I cant believe how hard it is to say goodbye to such a great friend. He was always there to bowl with, play ball with but especially to fish with. He was the one other person who would fish the ladder hole and go up and down to get all those fish besides myself. We had some great times together. Take care Marilyn and Stevie.

Pamela Burnett

March 14, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I just wanted to say that I appreciated Steve for all his years of coaching. He coached 2 of my girls in jr. high basketball in Rainier. I appreciated him as a person, and I knew he enjoyed what he was doing. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Mike Brock

March 4, 2009

Dear Marilyn and Stevie, Steve will be greatly missed. It will not be the same this coming season not being able to talk to him on those warm summer days. He was one of the greatest neighbors anyone can have. As you two are also. Sincerely, your neighbors, Mike & Sue.

tammy cullen

February 28, 2009

me and greg just wanted to let you know you are in are in our thoughts and prayers

Mary Ann Mabey

February 27, 2009

Marylin and Stevie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. It is so very difficult to loose a loved one. God bless and comfort you is my prayer.
Mary Ann from Lite Weights

Denny King

February 27, 2009

I met Steve 10 years ago when he recruited me to play on his softball team "The Naturals"! That team name describes Steve to a T. He was a natural coach, friend. He will be missed by the players and the field!

Randie Olsen

February 26, 2009

Marilyn,
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.

Dave and Maxine Cullen

February 26, 2009

Marilyn and Stevie we just want you to know that you are in our prayers. We had only met Steve just once and that was on our visit to your house. He was such a wonderful person and made us feel so wanted and loved. I know that we will always carry that moment in our hearts.

John & Jamie Cullen

February 25, 2009

We were honored to have know him and been a part of his family. He was honored, loved and respected by so many for so many reasons, as a husband, father, brother, son, friend, coach and player. A man that stood tall, gone but never forgotten, will dearly be missed by all. Marilyn and Stevie we love you.

tiffany miller

February 25, 2009

aunt marilyn and stevie uncle steve was a great uncle and a great dad. i watched him play softball and he loved it our prayers and thaughts go out to u all we love you

Julie Hayes

February 24, 2009

I had the honor of playing with Steve on several softball teams in the last couple years. Steve was far more than a great ball player, he was the glue that kept many teams together. His positive attitude encouraged many players to "just keep trying." There will be a void on our fields that no one can fill for years to come. But the memories of this wonderful human being will keep his spirit alive! Thank you Marilyn and Stevie, for graciously sharing him with us!

Calvaloo ...Second base

February 24, 2009

Steve.... A man of integrity, someone we should all measure ourselves against.

Georgia Vincent

February 24, 2009

My deepest sympathy to the family at your great loss. Steve was a wonderful person. I had a chance to know him from the bowling alley.

Zenaida Johnson

February 24, 2009

Jacob, Candace and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Your father will be truly missed. Enjoy the memories that you were able to share with him. Just keep his memory alive with Braxton. Remind your son how important his grandfather was and how important his grandfather felt he was.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Zenaida (Zee) Johnson

Roxana and Mona Fields

February 24, 2009

Our deepest sympathies to the whole family.

Donna Reynolds

February 23, 2009

Aunt Marilynn and Stevie-
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss Uncle Steve's laughter and sense of humor.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love,
Donna, Darwin & Family

dede nix

February 23, 2009

So sorry for your loss. Steve was one of the nicest guys I have ever met. I am thankful for knowing him.

Walt Jones

February 23, 2009

Worked with Steve for lots of years, We fished many times together and even played on softball team with Steve for a short while. Always considered Steve one of my closest friends.He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out family. A Friend !

Dorcene Shern

February 23, 2009

I know how horrible it is to loose your husband. I lost mine in October. I just try and remember all the good times we had togeather in our 32 years of marriage.

Chris Smith

February 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Karin Kyllo & Tony Perkins

February 23, 2009

Steve was one of the nicest, most caring person I know. For years we have played softball together he brought so much fun to our team. He had such love for the game and enjoyed being around all his teammates. He will be greatly missed by a lot of people and always remembered.

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