Steve "Stevie" Velasquez

Oxnard - "This is the day that the Lord had made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Steve (Stevie) Velasquez, devoted father, beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, godfather, and friend. Stevie passed away peacefully after a brief illness on October 6, 2020, surrounded by his family. He never complained and was always comforting and putting others before himself. Everyone loved Stevie. He always made you feel like you were the most important person in the room.

Stevie was born and raised in Oxnard (El Rio) CA. He graduated from Rio Mesa High School and attended Cal State Northridge. He was a die-hard Lakers and Rams fan, a 30-year member of Operating Engineers Local 12 as a heavy equipment operator, and was employed by Zarp, Inc. Stevie's favorite pastime was gardening with his son, Jake.

Stevie was born on June 14, 1961 to Madeline (Nena) and Jess (Chuey) Velasquez. He is survived by his son, Jake; his mother, Madeline; his siblings: MaryHelen (Hugh Clabaugh), Jess (Kathy), Bobby (Sharon), Corina Lozano, David (Kathy), Beverly (Jon Larson), Valerie (John Swangler), and Virginia (Paul Tinoco); numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren; his primo/hermano, George Perez; and his son Jake's mother, Melissa Bird. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Jess; infant brother, Robert; grandparents Pedro and Michaela Velasquez and Ramon and Maria Luisa Chacon; and brother-in-law, Tony Lozano.

The family wishes to thank Nurse Julie of Livingston Memorial Hospice; and a special thank you to Missy Paul for being an angel in Steve's life.

A celebration of Stevie's life will be held at New Life Church, 1251 N. Rice Road (entrance on Maulhardt Avenue), Oxnard CA on Tuesday, October 27 at 11 a.m. The celebration will be in accordance to CDC guidelines. The family asks that you please wear a mask and respect social distancing. Arrangements are by Otto and Sons, Guardian Memorial, Funeral Home and Crematory, Oxnard. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations in Stevie's name be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Ventura County Star on Oct. 25, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Steve Velasquez

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24 Entries

Greg & Mary Teran

November 5, 2020

We are truly saddened by your loss. You have been in our thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Bird

October 31, 2020

Melissa Bird

October 31, 2020

Steve..i can't believe i am writing in a book like this to you..of all people..it doesn't seem real..we've shared most of our adult lives together..in one way or another ..good & bad..i am so thankful that for over the last 3 years we were able to show our son that no matter what we loved him more than anything..how the 3 of us lived under the same roof..putting our differences aside..was just another great example of the wonderful dad my son has..it gave him another reason to look up to you..my heart shattered the day you were called home but i know i still have a piece of you everytime i look at jake..i thank god we were able to share what now was the last few years of your life together...together as parents and as friends...i love you steve and i miss you dearly..always Melissa

Mike Medlen

October 28, 2020

Stevie, my Brother. What can I say to you now that you have gone to a better place. Thank You for getting me my first real job at the Hilton. Going to Prom together, Thank You. Working at Neptune's Net together, Thank You. Going water skiing with you and George, Pat and Randy at Lake Havasu, Thank You for those memories. Thank You for being the best friend a man could have. Thank You for letting me be a part of your family, that is an amazing group of people. I can't say this about many people but you will make Heaven a better place. RIP Stevie, I will think of you everyday and also speak of you with a smile on my face. I Love You Forever!!! Med

Jana Jacquez

October 27, 2020

Stevie, You were always such a kind person and love just radiated from within you. I am blessed to have had you as my cousin and you will live forever in my heart. I am sure you are surrounded by all our loved ones that have gone before us and that you are celebrating at the table of our Lord in heaven. Until we meet again, I love you.

Delia Daher-Coffelt

October 26, 2020

Steve always had a sincere smile for you that lit up his face. Such a blessing to all. Praying for his family .

Erickson Family

October 26, 2020

We are very sad to hear of this, Steve and his whole family were a big part of what made our little town here in El Rio so much like home, our thoughts and prayers for Steve and the whole Velasquez family.

John Defterios

October 26, 2020

“Everyone loved Stevie. He always made you feel like you were the most important person in the room.” This says it all — one is the kindest persons one could every meet! We always had a great time together — especially on the basketball court and countless summers of practice!

Charity

October 25, 2020

I will always hold you close to my heart. Have a lot of good memories with you and your family. Condolences to the family and loved ones. Love Charity and Luke

Wade Ashmore and Family

October 25, 2020

First off my heartfelt condolences to the entire Velasquez family. To Melissa and Jake you were the love of his life.
Now to my best friend, my Compadre, my best man in my wedding! Wish I could go back a few months and say to you what I want to say now but God has other plans. You were an amazing man, always thinking of others, you will be missed by so many. The Nino of my first born, thank you for all that you did for her. She's a better person because of your influence on her life. I couldn't have picked a better person to be her Nino! My heart aches from the tragic news on Oct. 6th when my daughter told me my dearest friend and her Godfather had passed. One day we will meet again! I love you my friend.

Twanda Andersen (Ashmore)

October 25, 2020

Steve you were my friend! Loved you so much! I know my family felt the same. You came to see my mom before she passed. Thats the kind of guy you were. Meant a lot. My heart aches. Love and condolences to the family.
Twanda
Friend

Krista Delgado

October 25, 2020

To My Teddy Bear....
I will forever Cherish you as my Nino!!! I am truly Proud to be your Goddaughter!! I will forever cherish our weekends spent together with you and Melissa and all the Birthday Dinners and my Teddy Bears!! I thank God for you everyday!! I have been truly lucky to have had a Nino like you!!! You were always by my side through the good and the scary!! You never gave up on me and always had the Magic words and talks to make my world that much better!!! I will Miss you so very much and I will always carry you in my Heart!!! I LOVE you very much!!! Rest IN Paradise my Teddy Bear!!!!

Buck and Sandy Ashmore

October 25, 2020

Stevie was a wonderful fun loving guy just a big teddy bear it was a true pleasure to have known him

Daniel & Elizabeth Carmona

October 25, 2020

So sorry to hear of Stevie’s passing. We offer our sincerest condolences to the entire family. RIP Stevie.

Ernie Castelan

October 25, 2020

HANDYMAN DAYS,R.I.P. STEVE, PRAYERS & STRENGTH TO YOUR FAMILY GOD BLESS , ERNIE CASTELAN ✝

October 25, 2020

Tio Steve,
Your joy and light will be missed. I look forward to seeing your smile again one day! With Much Love- Sonya

Deedee Rivera

October 25, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

DeeDee Rivera

October 25, 2020

My deepest condolences to the entire family Velasquez

Ruben n Lydia Aguilar

October 24, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Wendy Byrne

October 24, 2020

Stevie was always so nice and just a really great guy. My deepest condolences to the Velasquez Family and his son Jake.

Kim Yanagihara

October 24, 2020

Stevie,
Would hang out with a group of boys at our house in el rio when they were in high school. Henbob, Calvin, Med, Dano, Lance, Bill, Miles, John D. They would sit, listen to music and just enjoy each other. A true brotherhood of friends. I have the best memories and will always cherish them. #foreveryoung

Frank Serrano and Family

October 24, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Gil Ramos Jr.

October 24, 2020

Great man always caring Love you Brother Rest in peace Stevie!

Virginia Velasquez Tinoco

October 24, 2020

On behalf of our Velasquez family-

We would like to thank you to all who have reached out by phone, sent a message, a card, money, flowers, food, sweet treats, your thoughts, prayers, and especially your love & support during this very difficult time. We are overwhelmed by the love! Steve loved you all and we are so thankful to have had the last two weeks of his life keeping him comfortable, showering him with love, and sharing memories with his family and close friends. It was truly a gift from God to have had this experience... to see the Glory of God!

We hope to see you all at Steve’s Celebration of Life. I am going to try a stream it live on Facebook so those that can’t be ther in person can celebrate with us. There will be a memory video (approximately 24 minutes) immediately following the Celebration for those of you that would like to watch.

If you have any questions please send me a private message on Facebook

Sincerely-
Virginia Velasquez-Tinoco

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