Stephen "Steve" Winterburn Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Stephen Winterburn, age 70 of Bellingham, passed away on August 29, 2014. He was born on November 18, 1943 in Bellingham to William Winterburn and Florence Casey. He grew up in Bellingham and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1961. He attended WWU for a short time before he met his wife to be, Patty Wagoner, they were married in 1978. Steve enjoyed working and spending time at their second home in Pershastin, WA. Steve’s occupation and hobby was his work as a Coopersmith where he was the 3rd of 5 generations. He also enjoyed watching and playing sports with his family. The Bellingham Jets, The Old Cronies Club, The Sea Scouts, Free Mason’s, The Elk’s Club were just a few of his pastimes. He is remembered most for his sense of humor, charm and over generosity. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bill Winterburn and sister Susan Shoemaker, step-sister Carol Winterburn and mentor Louis Wagoner. He was survived by his loving wife Patty, children Chris (Jeri) Winterburn, Sean (Liz) Winterburn, Dirk Winterburn, Stephanie (Jared) Bacon and Allison Winterburn, grandchildren Mitchell, Waylon, Kailee and Abby, brother Doug (Karen) Winterburn, sister Sharon Calabrese, step-mother Alice “Babe” Winterburn and many loving family and friends. A Reception in Remembrance of Steve will be held at the Squalicum Boathouse on Monday, September 8 at 1PM.

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Stephen "Steve" Winterburn

November 18, 1943 - August 29, 2014