Stephen G. "Steve" Madril

1956 - 2017

Stephen G. "Steve" Madril obituary, 1956-2017, Durango, CO

BORN

1956

DIED

2017

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Stephen Madril Obituary

Stephen G. "Steve" Madril passed away Sunday, October 1, 2017, surrounded by family. Steve was born September 7, 1956, to Robert and Midge (Ruybal) Madril in Alamosa, Colorado. Steve grew up in Alamosa, but graduated from Durango High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1976 and was honorably discharged in 1980. While in service, Steve was a rifle sharpshooter and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Meritorious Mast, Good Conduct Medal, and received a letter of recognition. In 1981, he met Bernice, they married in 1982. Steve and Bernice raised their sons in Durango. Steve worked in the construction industry and most recently for the Southern Ute Tribe. Steve enjoyed spending weekends at Pastorius Lake, being outdoors, taking care of his yard, but most of all - spending time with his grandkids. He was always helping others, especially his buddy and neighbor Jack. Steve is survived by his wife, Bernice; sons: Matt (Kayla) Madril and Steven (Amanda Walker) Madril; Siblings: Bob Madril, Evelyn Barry, and Rose (Nick) Rees; grandchildren: Kobe, Dreis, Keelan, and one on the way Kaizen. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother: Tony; sisters: Anna O'Malley and Peggy Gafford. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 10am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 254 E. 5th Ave., Durango, CO. Final resting place and burial will be held during a private ceremony with family. Memorial contributions may be sent in Steve's name to an organization of your choice to support Veteran Advocacy and disabled Veterans.(https://www.dav.org/); (http://saluteheroes.org/); (https://thewarriorsjourney.org/); (https://www.vfw.org/); Or to the American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org/.

Published by The Durango Herald on Oct. 4, 2017.
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So sorry to hear of Stephen's passing. I want to extend my most sincere condolences to his family. You are in our thoughts and prays, Take comfort in knowing that God keeps those who die in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. - Psalm 116:15

October 9, 2017

My condolences on Steve's death. Knew him in High School and we enlisted at the same time. Sad to hear, he was a good man with a bright smile.

Alvin Baker

October 9, 2017

Bernice and family,

We are so sorry to first hear of Steve being so sick and now of his death. He was a good family man; someone that this world needs more of.

Eternal rest grant upon him, O Lord.
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
And, may his soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Rachel Lujan and
Dave and Vicki Espinosa

Vicki Espinosa

October 7, 2017

We will miss you dearly. You were such a great person.

Shauna Walcott

October 5, 2017

RIP Steve, you were a friend and will be missed..

Scott Schwartz

October 5, 2017

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