Steven J. Teeples

Steven J. Teeples (aka Steevo, Stevie J, Key Player) of Morgan Hill, CA passed away on January, 27 2022 at the age of 74. The world has lost an amazing father, friend, mentor and leader. After battling COPD for several years, Steven died peacefully at home with his beloved Sandra, and children Joe and Shelley.

He was born August 02, 1947 to Beverly and Malcom Teeples. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy at age 18 and served in the Vietnam War. He went on to become an electrician for IBEW Local 332 for 30+ years. Steve enjoyed riding his motorcycle, fishing, and completing crossword puzzles. He was an amazing story teller. He kept everyone engaged with suspense, enthusiasm, and offered everyone to draw their own conclusion from what they heard. He knew a little bit about everything and was truly a brilliant man.

Through his endeavors, he met Sandra in 1984 and had two children, Joseph and Shelley. Joe became Steve's favorite fishing partner and he loved taking "silent day trips" to Hetch Hetchy and Wapama Falls with his boy. Shelley was Steve's little girl. He was so proud of her and loved that she reminded him so much of his admirable late mother. His family meant the world to him. He always said 'family first' and lived by that.

Steve is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his best friend, Sandra Teeples, children Joseph Teeples, Shelley Hopf (Teeples), and son-in-law Stephen Hopf; and grandchildren Jayden and Ryder Hopf. He was also a son-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle to his loved ones.

His love and generosity was beyond measure. He will be greatly missed.

Published in Morgan Hill Times · February 1, 2022