Steven William Marsh, 76, of Henderson, passed away on December 31, 2022 at the Lucy King Smith Care Center in Henderson, KY. Steve was born on September 17, 1946 in Alton, IL, to the late Royal Conklin “Conkie” Marsh and Alice Elizabeth Bartlett Marsh.
Steve took part in Chorus and intramural sports, middle school wrestling and high school indoor track. In college he was co-editor of the campus newspaper for the Homecoming edition and was also a reporter and columnist. He graduated from Illinois State University with a BS degree in Education with a major in English and minor in journalism. He taught at Jersey Community High School in Jerseyville, IL 1969-70 where he was the advisor for the student newspaper. He also taught at Shawnee State University and was a substitute teacher in Shawneetown and Eldorado, IL.
Steve appreciated trips with his family, especially the trip to New York in 1959: He visited the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall, the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, Niagara Falls at night and riding on the Maid if the Mist. He also enjoyed playing football, basketball, canoeing, horseback riding, swimming, and walking in the woods.
Steve was baptized as one of Jehovah’s witnesses in Toledo, Ohio in 1972. He was privileged to be accepted at Watchtower Farms from 1981-83 where he served as machinist, tool room attendant and night watchman.
In 1995 he was appointed an elder and attended Ministerial Training School that same year.
He also attended the Theocratic School for Elders and had the privilege of regular pioneering.
His joy was always the ministry. He wanted people to know and love Jehovah as he did and for them to know the happy future God has instore for humankind. He also loved singing Kingdom Songs, watching the JW Broadcasts and being with friends and family.
He married his wife of 25 years, Lorry Lynn Carmon, on March 8, 1997, in Morganfield, KY where they lived for 3 years. Then in 2000 they moved to Uniontown, KY and in 2020 to Henderson, KY.
He is also survived by his siblings, Winifred Streicher (Larry), and Sara Waterloo (Tim); brother-in-law Rick Shimunek.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jean Shimunek.
A Celebration of Life will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 480 Klutey Park Plaza Dr., Henderson, KY 42420.
Barrera Family says
He is an great example of a faithful servant to Jehovah. He will be greatly missed. We love you both and so glad of the many memories we made serving Jehovah with you both. Looking forward to the times we will be sharing old memories and making new memories when Jesus wakes him up. Our condolences and prayers are with you Lorry.
Christine Mays says
I am grateful that I was able to know Steve. He inspired me to pronounce Bible names properly. I enjoyed hearing him read out of the Bible. My heartfelt condolences.
Sarah Arzate says
I’ve known him since I was little. He studied with my father and that changed his life. My father came from a very troubled background and Steve helped him to learn the needed changes to make Jehovah happy. Therefore, he greatly impacted my life. I am so happy that he was part of our family. I know he was so overjoyed when he married you. Having you as part of the family has been wonderful. You both have set such a beautiful spiritual example. We love you so much. Soon we will all be together again in the new world!
The Scagliones says
Thank you for such loving insight into Steve’s life, Lory.
He was truly a quiet spiritual giant who walked among us. His steadfast loyalty will continue to encourage us all until we can tell him in person, “Thank you, our dear brother.” May the God of all comfort continue to comfort you and your family. Our deepest sympathies.