Steven Austin who was affectionately Known as "Stevie" was born on December 2,1949 in Cleveland, Ohio to Gus and Gwendolyn Austin Willis. He was the eldest of four children. Phillip, Edna and Valerie preceded him in death. Ricardo "Ricky", Janice and Richard Pritchett were also recognized as his siblings.
Steve obtained his education through the Cleveland Public schools where he graduated from Glenville Highschool. After graduation he enrolled in the US marine Corps where he served a short tour and earned his status as a veteran. In the summer of 1983, Steve married Cheryl austin Branch and the two families were blended into one.
Steve was a hard working husband and father of five; Damon(Stephanie), Daniel J. ( Carolyn), Nikole Dante, Jovan, and Stevi Brian. He was a family man who definitely knew how to have a good time and enjoy life to the fullest. He thrived off of the love he shared for his family (loved ones), having a drink while socializing and dancing with friends. His smile was bright and his laugh, infectious.
In 1993 Steve and Cheryl moved to West Virginia to start a new. It was there where he met a host of people who would later become his extended family. He met many new friends who loved him dearly. In 2018, as much as they loved West Virginia and the plethora of loved ones and the memories made, they relocated back home to Cleveland,Ohio.
Steve leaves behind his loving wife, Cheryl. His youngest brother, Ricky, Five children; grandchildren; great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.
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