Steven L. Stickel

August 10, 1947 - October 20, 2021

Steven L. Stickel, 74, Middlebury, died 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the residence of his sister. He was born August 10, 1947, in Elkhart, to Lamar & Esther (Culp) Stickel. On October 24, 1970, he married Judith (Angel) Stickel. Surviving are his wife, Judy, Middlebury; 4 children, Joel (Amy) Stickel, Queen Creek, Arizona; Thomas (Gigi) Stickel, Gilbert, Arizona; Benjamin Stickel, Marionville, Missouri; Malinda (Frank) Cecrle, Elkhart; 5 grandchildren, Tyler, Decklan, Cameron, Gianna, Crixus; siblings, Deloris (John) Jones and Arden (Elsa) Stickel, both of Goshen. Preceding him in death are his parents, and his siblings, Marilyn Truex and Keith Stickel. Steve was raised on a family farm in Elkhart, and enjoyed his time on the gymnastics team at Concord High School. He had a strong work ethic and was a skilled Master Plumber who ran his own plumbing business. Steve took pride in providing for his family. Always eager to put his handy-man skills to use, he loved helping family with plumbing and carpentry projects. Steve was a friendly, outgoing man who loved chatting with people. He had a fun-loving, playful sense of humor, a youthful enthusiasm for classic cars and good food, and an unshakable faith in God. His smiles, laughter, and love of life will be greatly missed. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is handling arrangements and online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com