Steven James Stradley

Steven James Stradley was born March 20, 1948, in Spokane, WA and passed away July 18, 2017, in Seattle, WA. He was a graduate of the University of Washington with degrees in sculpture and fine art.Steven was a very special person. The beauty, wonder and curiosity of life was always with him. He was giving of his knowledge to everyone. This was especially true of children, whose eyes and minds he opened to the world around them. Life was full of adventures, travel and exploration. He was an accomplished wood sculpture artist. He had a deep interest in the arts and was active in the founding of Art Not Terminal gallery in Seattle. Life passions included the outdoors and nature.He is survived by his partner, Mary Van Ottingham, his sister Janice Staeheli, family members Jane Rose (Glen), Lois Van Ottingham (Eric), and Rita Turner, along with nieces and nephews, great nephews and niece, and many dear friends and family.He will be remembered as a caring and generous guy with integrity and a great sense of humor. He leaves a deep vacancy in our hearts. Announcement: Donations may be given to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance for Pancreatic Cancer Research at href=http://www.seattlecca.org/donate id=LPlnk675171 ;www.seattlecca.org/donate or by phone at 206-606-6244; please note Stevens name at the time of donation.