Stephen Robert Hite

1984 - 2025

Stephen Robert Hite

October 30, 1984 - July 18, 2025

Stephen Robert Hite was called home to be with the Lord on July 18 following a brief illness. Stephen, as family called him, was born October 30, 1984, to Lynn and Emery Hite. The ultimate younger brother, Stephen was an energetic, joyful child with a motor that only had one speed, really fast. He was blessed with an idyllic childhood in Mechanicsville.

Family was always Stephen's favorite pastime. He especially loved visiting his cousins, aunts, and uncles in Buffalo Junction. "Steve," as he later preferred to be called, graduated from Atlee High School in 2003 and was passionate about cars, action movies, and making people laugh. He was an experienced insurance professional who could talk to anyone and loved helping people.

He is survived by his parents, Emery and Lynn (Silver); his sister, Laura Hite; and his brother, Barry (Laura Wilkinson), as well as nephews Anson, Henry, and Owen. He leaves behind an extended family of Hites and Silvers to whom he was devoted.

Memories of his humor, generosity, and larger-than-life personality live on with those who loved him. The family will hold a visitation and funeral services starting at 12 p.m. on August 9 at Buffalo Baptist Tabernacle, 2326 US-58, Buffalo Junction, VA 24529, with a graveside service to follow. Flowers may be sent to Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home at 1504 N. Mecklenburg Ave., South Hill, VA 23970. Online condolences may be sent via their website, www.crowderhitecrews.com.