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Gary Lee Steen

1949 - 2025

Gary Lee Steen obituary, 1949-2025, Colorado Springs, CO

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1949

DIED

2025

Gary Steen Obituary

Steen
Gary Lee
Steen
January 13, 1949
March 20, 2025

Gary Lee Steen, 76, passed away on March 20, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Born on January 13, 1949, in Brookings, South Dakota. Graduated from Brookings High School class of 1967. Earned Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from South Dakota State University in 1972. Was an assistant civil engineer in Brookings before moving to Lincoln, Nebraska, he joined Olsson Associates. He played a pivotal role in opening the Olsson Associates branch in Colorado Springs. His career continued with Monument Valley Engineers. He was a consultant to Fountain Mutual Irrigation Company. Gary also served as Chairman of the Board over District 10 Water and worked as a consultant for the city utility company, contributing to the planning and development of various neighborhood subdivisions within Colorado Springs.
He is survived by his beloved wife Mary; their children Mike Steen (Sarah), Michelle Heeks (Jayson), and Matt Steen (Heidi Lauterbach); grandchildren Braden Burson (Alex), Trever Heeks, Colby Burson, Gavin Heeks, Avery Burson, Lily Steen, and Simon Heeks; as well as many extended family members and dear friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held on April 12, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Zeal Church, located at 755 Citadel Drive W in Colorado Springs. Family and friends are invited to join in honoring Gary's life and legacy.

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Published by The Gazette on Apr. 6, 2025.

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Gary Thompson

April 16, 2025

In Gary's work for the Fountain Mutual Irrigation Company for so many years, he and I would frequently be on the phone to talk about getting water delivered for our clients City of Fountain, Security Water District, and Widefield. We would talk about the water, but then invariably the discussion would shift to things that good friends chat about - how we were doing and what was going on in our lives. Many, many of such conversations over the years. He was such a joy to work with, and I am very sad for his passing!

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John Bailey

April 9, 2025

We know Gary from MVE. He was a good work mate. Linda and I got know Mary also through her life endeavors. My condolences, as Gary will be missed.

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Diane Arbogast

April 3, 2025

Dear Mary and family, Gary will be sorely missed by all of us. He was such a kind and caring person. You are all in my prayers.

Patty & Brian Bills

April 3, 2025

Our most loving condolences to all of you. Gary was such a wonderful man and friend and will be missed terribly.

Tony Koenders

April 2, 2025

Sorry for your loss. Tony and Cindy Koenders

Stan Whitmore

March 31, 2025

I am so sorry to hear about Gary´s passing! Gary was a very good man! I have prayed for Mary and all of the family. May God give you all strength and comfort through this time. God Bless You! Stan Whitmore

Leota Garner-Burson

March 30, 2025

As sadness comes just know that Gods hands are upholding you always..I will always remember the B.B.Q.´S and Special Christmas´s we all had together in Colorado..Love from grandma Garner-Burson and Georgia -

Andres & Rita Vanterpool

March 29, 2025

My heart aches for you after this great loss. You have had such a great life with Gary. He was a wonderful husband and father. I know you are grateful for the wonderful family that has come with the many years that you had together.

Tom and Sue Jennings

March 29, 2025

Mary and family, so sorry for your loss! God's peace and blessings!

LouAnne & Adrian Opitz

March 28, 2025

The more enriched a person makes our lives, the harder it is for us to let them go. For this reason, I know that saying goodbye to Gary will be the hardest sorrow to bear. We hope that the wonderful memories of Gary as well as the love and friendship you have around you, will support you through this time of sorrow.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers,
LouAnne & Adrian Opitz

Kevin Asbjornson

March 28, 2025

We have lost an exceptional human being and special cousin from the Steen family.

A humble, gracious, kind and caring person and gentleman.

May we all find a special place in our heart and soul, to honor Gary forever

deb Spiger

March 27, 2025

Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear of Gary´s passing. You are in my prayers

Teresa Anderson

March 27, 2025

Please accept my sincerest sympathy. Mary, you and your family are in my prayers.

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Sonia Tiner

March 26, 2025

Such an amazing Geandfather and role model to everyone. You will be missed.

Walter Osterberg Jr

March 26, 2025

Mary and family. Gary was a great guy.I did not see him very often, but when I did Gary very outgoing and knowledgeable, friendly and I like to say friend. You all have my sincere sympathy. Heaven just received an honorable man. R.I.P. Gary. Prayers to you all for a blessed future and wonderful memories.

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