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Stephen P. Leaver

1976 - 2025

BORN

1976

DIED

2025

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Shoemaker Family Services - Blairsville

49 North Walnut Street

Blairsville, Pennsylvania

Stephen Leaver Obituary

Stephen Paul Leaver, 48, of Blairsville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, at WeCare at Murrysville Rehab and Nursing Center, Murrysville. The son of William Leaver and Deborah (Campbell) Valko, he was born on Oct. 26, 1976, in McKeesport. Steve loved hunting and fishing, and he liked to spend his time visiting car shows. He could often be found outside riding dirt bikes and quads. He is survived by his devoted wife, Kim (Davis) Leaver of Blairsville; mother, Deborah Valko (Dan) of Colver; children, Greg Leaver (Abby) of Blairsville and Rebecca Leaver (Austin) of Blairsville; grandson, Braxton Leaver; brother, Ken Leaver (Kari) of Aspers; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. Steve was preceded in death by his father, William Leaver. Per the family's request, no services will be held at the funeral home. An inurnment at Blairsville Cemetery will be held at a later date. To view the online obituary, sign the guest registry, or send condolences, visit www.shoemakerfamilyservices.com.

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Published by Tribune Review on Aug. 23, 2025.

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Melinda Scalzo

August 24, 2025

Uncle Steve you will be truly missed. We haven't spent much time with you these past yrs but when we did it was great. Those memories will always be with us. You´ll never be forgotten. We love ya.

Betty Duff

August 23, 2025

You have our deepest sympathy.
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