In loving memory of

Steve Maggart
July 21, 1948 - November 24, 2017

Steve R. Maggart, 69, of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, passed away Friday, November 24, 2017 at Collier Hospice Center. Born July 21, 1948 in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Robert L. and Martha L. (Gaylord ) Maggart.

He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School and entered the University of Illinois, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in secondary education majoring in Spanish in 1973. He had been a Spanish teacher at Abraham Lincoln High School in San Francisco, California before becoming a flight attendant for American Airlines out of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Him membership included Nichiren Shoshu Academy of Buddhism, Oak Grove Church of God and University of Illinois Alumni Association.

Survivors include his sister, Jeri (D.G.) Swoverland, of Fort Wayne and nephews, Tyler Swoverland and Trenton (Kristie) Swoverland; niece, Temple (Richard) Harris; and six great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

No services are being held locally. Arrangements with DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home. Visit www.demoneygrimes.com to send family condolences.

Tributes

Becky Killian May wrote on Dec 2, 2017:

"Condolences to the family. Steve was a fellow band member playing the alto sax. But I remember his unbelievable talent with the piano. He made that rock. Enjoy your talents in Heaven Steve. RIP"

Sharon Hurd Simmons wrote on Dec 1, 2017:

"Jerilee and Family, So very saddened at your loss. I look back at the over 55 years of being friends, with ALL of our FUN times after Church and thru our School days and what a special buddy he was to me. Our last visit over a Coke was, as always, a time of laughter. I will keep you and your family in my Prayers. You have so many, many Beautiful memories. Thru this time God will help you through your loss. An old friend and Buddy."

Kim Windemuth wrote on Nov 30, 2017:

"Steve was a great friend during our high school days and I was fortunate enough to have a nice talk with him a short time before his passing. My sympathy to his family."

Marilyn Miller Montgomery wrote on Nov 29, 2017:

"Blessings to you at this time of loss and always. Precious memories of our times together here and San Francisco, the Malibu road trip in his "race car", ....memories to keep in my heart forever. Much love to family!"

Allan Murphy wrote on Nov 29, 2017:

"Goodbye, Steve. You've been a great friend for over fifty years, and I will miss you a lot. Much sympathy to Jerilee and all. And to Tyler, who did so much for Steve."

Joyce Klingaman wrote on Nov 29, 2017:

"I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you at this time. Although you don't remember me, your father was my first cousin. May you look to the Lord for comfort."

Sue Atkins Fritz wrote on Nov 29, 2017:

"I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. We were neighbors in Jefferson Township and I remember Steve from the 'old days on the school bus'. He was such a nice guy. I also remember his Aunt Hazel from Millers Merry Manor. My thoughts are with you at this sad time."

Jim and Gloria wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"D.G., Jeri and family, sorry for your loss , you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Gloria"

Shirley Smith wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"DG, Jeri & Family,I was sorry to hear about Steve's passing. I don't think anything was mentioned about him playing the piano. I remembered how well he did that. I feel badly, that had I known he was so ill, I could have sent him cards. Tyler, that was so nice of you to sent this info to Randy Grimes. I'm sure a lot of people appreciate knowing about his passing. May God be with you all as you go through the days ahead. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. "

Brenda Adair LeFever wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"So sad to hear of the passing of your brother and uncle. Prayers form me to you."

Diane Geiger wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"Sending prayers & loving thoughts to you, Dear Jeri, & to the rest of the family. I know these past years have been hard on you. God Bless you for all that you do for others. "

Sandy (Schneider) Mavis wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"Can't express enough sympathy to you and yours in the loss of your brother and those he left behind.He was very special to me in our formative years.Prayers go out to you at this time.An old friend,Sandy"

Brian Hile wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy to Jeri and her family. So many wonderful memories of Steve will be cherished. He was such a kind person. May God bless his sole."

Marsha Coon wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"May memories of your brother and uncle fill each of your hearts during this difficult time."

CCHS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"May God give you strength in this time of grief and fond memories ofSteve Maggart, CCHS Alumni Class of 1966.The Alumni of CCHS extends sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers to Steve's family.cchsaa.orgby TLG"

Randy Grimes, Brett Gerber and the Staff of DeM.. wrote on Nov 25, 2017:

"May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief.Randy Grimes, Brett Gerber and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home"