Stevie Markowski, 56, of Bryan, passed away on Sunday, September 17, in Grimes County as a result of an automobile accident. Life Tribute services are scheduled for 2:30pm, Saturday, September 23, 2017, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Centers. Cremation services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Centers Bryan-College Station.
Stevie was born to Edmond Stanley Markowski and Evelyn Josephine Wilganowski Markowski on July 24, 1961 in Bryan. Steve had a circle of friends that crossed all boundaries of what would keep some people from having. Stevie, unbelievably, knew everybody; he had so many friends. He must have kept a diary because he knew everyone by name, what they needed and where they lived. He was so full of life; he was life. He rode in antique cars (Model A’s and Model T’s) above the artic circle in Alaska. Stevie rode in the convertible for that tour. Stevie enjoyed staying in beach houses during summer trips, hunted on big ranches because of that huge circle of friends. If he came to visit he would fix all the door hinges and latches that were not done right, it’s just his nature. The carpentry of someone else that was not up to his standards he would repair for free. While fishing, hunting, camping, and tubing out at lake Somerville some how or another Stevie became the life of the PARTY!!! We will miss his passion for Bar-B-Queuing for family and friends, the great fish fries he hosted while providing the best pot of beans in the county. Do we need to mention how much he enjoyed Halloween? Stevie loved life.
Edmond Stanley Markowski, his father, precedes him in death.
Stevie is survived by his wife Jill Diane Markowski; his mother, Evelyn Josephine Markowski; his siblings Reginald Markowski and wife Beverly, Irene Markowski and husband Ken Strayhorn, Barbie Springer and husband Andy, Denise Mais and husband Jeff; his nieces and nephews Jaime Alvarado and husband Christopher, Jeffrey Markowski, Jessica Lucas and husband Ryder, Austin Strayhorn, Tiffany Velasquez and husband Andrew, Sydney Shaw and husband Eddie, Hayden Porritt, Sidney Springer and Sutton Springer; his great-nephews Reid Markowski, Daylan Velasquez, Allie Velasquez, Luke Lucas, and baby Shaw on the way.
It is with deep regret that we acknowledge the passing of Steve. To his family we extend our deepest sympathies.
I really thought a lot of Stephen. I will miss him dearly! May he and Keith rest in Peace.
Kathy Loveless
Please know that the girls and I are praying for all of you. Our hearts are absolutely broken for you. Caraline will forever associate firecrackers with him and it will always bring a smile. Our prayers are for God’s healing mercy for all of you. Much love from Robin, Caraline and Meghann.
We are truly sorry for your loss. Stevie will always be remembered and in our hearts forever. God bless you and you are in our prayers.
Please know that the girls and I are praying for all of you. May God’s mercy bring peace to your hearts.
Much love,
Robin, Meghann, and Caraline
Stevie will be missed by all. He was a good man. Fun to be around and full of life.
He was a good cook, and a good host. He loved to fish and hunt. I love and will miss you cousin Stevie. May God bless you. You and your family and wife Jill are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Cathy Kitkoski
I am so very sorry for the loss of Stevie. He was a wonderful person, always ready with a big smile and an even bigger hug. The world lost a special person when it lost him.
May God’s angels be with each of you to help comfort you.
Jill and family, I am so very very sorry for your loss.
Dearest All,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to you after receiving news of Stevie’s car accident. I’ve many fond memories of Stevie, when Rene and I hung out those many years. I can only imagine what a difficult time this is for each of you. Please know my heart goes out to you and you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I said the Rosary once I heard of this very sad news. It has been my hope to make the trip for Stevie’s services, but at this time it isn’t possible. Please give Evelyn a hug and tell her how special she has always been to me.
Love,
Kathy (Corbett) and Heather (Phipps)
So sorry to hear of the accident that took Steve and Keith. I will miss their help and advice, and especially their friendship. They were both very special people.
Steve was a wonderful next-door neighbor. I will miss his smile and friendliness. I constantly pray for Jill’s recovery and peace for both families.
PRAYERS FOR PEACE & COMFORT FOR ALL OF STEVE’S FRIENDS AND FAMILY. STEVE WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF OURS AND WE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. HE WAS ALWAYS FULL OF ENERGY, KEPT US ON OUR TOES, LOVED TO MAKE US LAUGH, LOVED TO FISH AT OUR BAY PLACE, & ALWAYS BROUGHT US COOL THINGS TO PUT IN OUR FISHING SHACK. SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE “STEVE-0”. 🙂 OPEN INVITATION JILL TO COME HANG OUT WITH US AND CELEBRATE STEVE’S MEMORY ANYTIME. STEVE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED. YOUR FRIENDS, TODD & TRINA THOMAS
Steve was one of the most generous and most gallant men I have ever known. He always remembered to bring candy for my granddaughter. He was always willing to do anything I needed. I will miss him dearly and remember him fondly.
Steve aka “Swannee” and I met at the car wash on Coulter and old College in 1984, we became instant friends. We liked to laugh, party and have a good time, our group became known as “The good times gang” Swannee was a founding father, through the years he and I and many others went on hilarious Adventures that I’ll cherish for the rest of my life, RIP Swan dog, see ya on the other side, love always, Dano
Ben Hardeman and I worked with Steve for many years during his time at OMC Industries. He also helped us several years at our ranch in Leon County and hunted on it for several seasons. In 2001, Steve joined us for several weeks during a trip to Alaska and was so much fun to have around. He learned to drive a Model T and helped keep them running. He was thrilled to actually drive above the Arctic Circle.
We were shocked and saddened to learn of his death, along with his friend Keith. Our best wishes for peace and recovery to his wife Jill and his family. Nancy and Ben Hardeman
I was so fortunate to have shared a big part of Steve’s live when he worked with us at OMC! Always smiling, always upbeat! Always a friend! My thoughts and prayers to all of his family.
Thank you! This is his Sister, Barbie. I remember making one of his favorite desserts and him taking it ro work to share. He loved sugar.
Barbie, This is Mary Rogers Sanders. I just heard of the accident & am so sorry! Don’t know if you remember, but knew Steve about 30 years ago. Prayers to your Mom, you & the rest of your family.
We first met Steve when he started working for Keith. They very quickly became ‘Keith and Steve’ to our family. Need something fixed – call Keith and Steve. I loved having Steve around, not only because of the quality of work he created but also because he was wonderful with my children. I loved when he and Keith would bring their lunches so my daughter could sit and talk with them. She was always interested to find out what Steve had in his lunchbox. My son would ask one question after another about his tools and what he was using them for and Steve always had an answer. No matter how much my kids bugged him, he was all smiles and answers. Engaging them and soaking up what their little minds had to offer.
To his family, I’d like to say that I’m deeply sorry for the loss of this wonderful, special person.
My husband Ambrose Martinez and I will miss Steve so much, Prayers to all the families,
Melissa and Ambrose Martinez.
We did not have the privilege of knowing Steve as long as many of you but those short years were very special to us he was a great guy and we cant believe he’s gone
Barbie and Denise I didn’t even know he was your brother you are both in our prayers
DeDe Pearce
So sorry for your loss. Steve will be missed.
Steve was a good friend of mine growing up he will be missed. RIP my friend. Peter Garcia
Reg and Beverly, so very sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in our prayers.
Calvin and Bonnie Schoonover
My thoughts and prayers are with this loving family. I hope it brings you comfort to know that your loss is shared with all of those who loved Stevie so deeply and to know that Stevie felt that love. God bless and comfort you
My thoughts and prayers are with this loving family. I hope it brings you comfort to know that your loss is shared with all of those who loved Stevie so deeply and to know that Stevie felt that love. God bless and comfort you
I am very sorry to hear of Stephen’s passing. I really appreciated the time he and Keith spent working on projects at my home. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Jill, I am heart-broken for you. I always enjoyed seeing Steve whenever he came to McCoy’s with Keith. He was a great guy. I still can’t believe that they are gone. I hope God provides love & healing for you.
Even though I have not seen Stephie since he was a kid, I have fond memories of him and all his family members. Much love and peace to this sweet family.
It was an honor to have such a good friend. A lot of fun memories, camping, hunting, fishing and time with his family. I am truly blessed to have had his countless hours of help on ANY project I might have been working on. Stevie was the most generous ,self-sacrificing friend I knew. He will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to his whole family.
To Stephen’s Mother, Evelyn, my heart and prayers are with you. May God bless you and keep his hand on you. My heart aches for you.
I only received notice of his death, yesterday. Steve was a great man!! He and I were very, very close friends when we both worked for OMC Industries in 1991.
He was the life of every party. He was always on the go. He was always looking for the next “entertaining” thing to do.
I respect the entire family and I am so very sorry for your loss.
God Bless you and help you thru your confusion and pain.