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Stephen Wartenbe Obituary
Zanesville - Stephen Allen Wartenbe, age 65, of Zanesville, died peacefully on June 5, 2019, at his home, after a long battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Zanesville, he is preceded in death by his Mother Carol (Cooper) Smith of Zanesville, and his Father, Virgil Wartenbe of Glenford OH.
He is lovingly remembered and survived by his wife of 29 years, Kay (Doty) Wartenbe; 2 sons, Chase (Kristy) Wartenbe of Blacklick OH, and Joseph Wartenbe of Zanesville; 4 Stepsons, Tonald (Tina) Spinks of Lutz FL, Jon (Terrie) Spinks of Apollo Beach FL, Ronald (Heather) Spinks of Springfield OH, and Zonald (Hollie) Spinks of Land O Lakes FL; 5 grandchildren, Tabitha Spinks, William Spinks, Evan Spinks, Lilly Spinks, and Angelina Spinks; 3 sisters, Christina (David) Rittenhouse of Marysville OH, Kelly Wagner of Zanesville, and Karen (Rob Hail) Hessler of Clintonville OH; and 1 brother, Robert Wartenbe of Lima OH. Stephen also is lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Stephen was a graduate of West Muskingum High School. He was retired from Owens Corning in Newark OH, and a proud member of Local 244 Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics & Allied Workers International Union. Forever a BROWNS fan. Per Stephen's wishes, no services will be observed at this time and cremation has been chosen. BURRELL FUNERAL SERVICES is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kay Wartenbe
June 7, 2024
5 years have passed, many things have changed. More loved ones are gone but we still
carry on..
Kay Wartenbe
June 3, 2021
It's been 2 years and I still see things everyday I want to share with you. Traveling sites, special food. I'm learning how to grill my own now. I'm sure you are happy and at peace now.
Till we meet again.
Margaret Potter
June 21, 2019
Steve always had a smile when I would see him either at home or at the river for a cookout. He was someone I knew I could call for help and he and Kay would be there.
Leslie Lynch Colopy
June 14, 2019
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have so many wonderful memories with our Wartenbe family. Sending my love to all.
June 13, 2019
Deepest sympathy,
The Lyons family
Lisa Johns
June 12, 2019
Steve was a one of a kind brother in law ... he will be missed ♡
Ed Spinks
June 11, 2019
Losing someone we love is nothing easy, but knowing that we have been able to be a part of the life of that person, we can realize that we are blessed to have been able to share in his life before he went to rest in eternal salvation. Steve was a great outdoorsman and I am proud to have been part of his life and him of mine. He will be missed and not be forgotten, may his soul rest in peace.
gregg schultheiss
June 11, 2019
Cris'
I'll send some positive thoughts to you.
Gregg Schultheiss
1973 Graduate of West M
Leah Johns
June 11, 2019
It isn't easy to have to say goodbye to one of my favorite Uncles. Thank you for always hanging out with me when we'd visit, I know hanging out with a kid isn't always fun. The bear story you used to tell me on the porch at the house in Winter Haven will always be one of my favorite memories of you, even if it did give me nightmares! A close second would be shooting floating ice at the river. Thank you for everything. I'm going to miss you. To all of Uncle Steve's friends and family; my thoughts are with you as well as you go on your journey of healing from this immense loss. May your memories bring you comfort as mine will for me.
Amanda McLelland
June 11, 2019
Steve has been my Brother In Law for what seems forever. He was a good man,he will be missed by many. Sending prayers for the family
May Steve rest in peace...
Kay Wartenbe
June 11, 2019
Miss you...
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