Stephen D. Conwell

Message from Paul Hockberger

I lost contact with Steve several years ago and was planning to recontact him when I discovered today that he passed away. Steve and I met in 1979 in Chicago where we worked for the IRS for a number years and lived in an apartment together during that time in Chicago from 1980 to 1981. I’ve visited his family in Rock Island a number of times over the years including his mom dad brother sister nieces and nephews. They always welcomed me and mada me feel at home. When Steve owned a farm south of rock island my late wife and our young son and daughter visited him and Jean. My children loved riding Steve‘s horse and seeing the chicken coop. Steve and Jean were very kind to my late wife and children. Steve had one of the brightest smile‘s I’ve ever known. He was truly a good friend. I will miss him dearly.

A candle was lit by Sharon Hood on May 19, 2017 11:17 AM

A candle was lit by Mary Naugle Bateman on May 19, 2017 9:48 AM

Message from Mary Naugle Bateman

My deepest thoughts and prayers to all the family of Steve and Petty. I went to Sacred Heart and all through high school with Steve. I knew Petty and remember the other kids since I was a young girl. We used to visit the Almquists. She also bowled at Town & Country that my late husband owned. I hope your family will find comfort in knowing that they both were so well thought of and will be rememebered with warm and caring memories.

Message from Mary Naugle Bateman

I guess the neighbors I used to visit near your moms house were the applequists not the almquists. I had forgotten after so many years ago.

A candle was lit by Phil Dasso on May 18, 2017 8:56 PM

Message from Dennis Hancq

Paul, my deepest condolences to you and yours.

A candle was lit by Maureen Romont Lawrence on May 18, 2017 9:30 AM

A candle was lit by Barry Schmelzer on May 17, 2017 6:08 PM

Message from Jim Fetes

I'm so sorry for your loss Jim;Paul and Diane....God bless you all!

A candle was lit by Sharon Steiner (torrence ) on May 17, 2017 4:30 PM

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my heart goes out ti the Conwell Family. I knew Steve (and Paul) from Alleman and the neighborhood. . Such a loss !!! Steve and Petty , Rest in Peace

A candle was lit by Mary Doran Francescon on May 17, 2017 2:58 PM

A candle was lit by Ellen De Rycke, co-worker at the Arsenal on May 17, 2017 1:33 PM

A candle was lit by Mary Zarnt DePauw on May 17, 2017 1:03 PM

Message from Mike Torrence

Steve was always one to make you smile. I had been away for many years and Steve stopped in front of my Moms, shook my hand and proceeded to give me a lecture in politics. I laughed so long.
I wish now I had kept in closer contact with him.
My sincere condolences to Jim, Paul, and Diane, my childhood friends.

A candle was lit by Christina (Fetes) Kirik on May 17, 2017 10:44 AM

Message from Jim & Deb Drish

Our sympathy to the Conwell family. Sorry for your loss. Went to Alleman with Steve. Never a dull moment when he was around. A lot of humor, he made you laugh. We will miss You. God bless You and your Mother.

Message from jim &deb drish

Never a dull moment when Steve was around. A lot of humor, he made you laugh. We wll miss you. God bless You and your Mother.

A candle was lit by Doug and Karla Bateman on May 17, 2017 10:06 AM

A candle was lit by John and Pam Walsh on May 17, 2017 7:56 AM

Message from Joseph Spratt

I worked with Steve at Rock Island Arsenal for several years and his sense of humor was always a given. May the many great memories carry the family through this time of sorrow. God Bless and Keep as He always Does.

Message from Larry And Deb Lesley

To The Conwell Family , we are so sorry for the loss of Your Brother, , I had so many wonderful Memories of Steve, He was a Great friend, and will be Truly Missed, God Bless You All.

A candle was lit by Kay Stromer, RIA coworker and friend. on May 16, 2017 8:37 PM

Message from Phyllis Schwartz Oakley

My deepest sympathy for your loss under such extreme circumstances. My twin brother and I grew up with Steve. Please accept my sympathy with the death of your mom also. May you in time find a way to deal with this.

A candle was lit by Mary Ann DeWilde Bearman l on May 16, 2017 5:22 PM

Message from Dolores Fetes

I am sad about the death of Steve. I have many pictures in albums of him with his cousins when we were children growing up with Grandma and Grandpa Conwell.
My sympathy and prayers to Jim, Paul, Diane, and all of his family.

Dolores

A candle was lit by Dolores Fetes on May 16, 2017 4:01 PM

Message from Ed Kiely

From 1st grade on, Steve was always a source of great humor. A Friend for 63 years! We will miss you, Stompy !

A candle was lit by Alleman Class of 1965 on May 16, 2017 3:54 PM