Steven Edward Struck, age 44, passed away suddenly at his home in Foothill Ranch, CA on May 7, 2008, born Feb. 14, 1964 in Chicago, IL to the late Louis Andrew and Donna Mae Struck, nee Swanson; loving husband and best friend to Patricia Ann, nee Loftus, for 20 years; brother to Glenn David Struck; son-in-law of Michael and Maureen Loftus; brother-in-law to Cathy (Dave) Otis, Jean (Pat) Lynch and Claire (Gregg) Ratkovic, who will miss him greatly; cherished uncle to 13 nephews and nieces who loved him deeply. Steven was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Class of 1982. He went on to the United States Air Force Academy, graduating as 2nd Lieutenant in 1986. He served in the United States Airforce active duty for 13 years. Proud Veteran of Desert Storm. Steve was employed by United Airlines as a pilot for the last 13 years. Just recently he fulfilled his dream of becoming Captain. Steve loved his country, his family and friends, and anything Chicago. He touched so many lives that will forever be better for knowing him. He truely was a special man.
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave, Chicago, IL 60656. A second Memorial will be held in California, with a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Steven E. Struck Memorial Fund, Farmers & Merchants Bank, 4695 MacArthur Court, Suite 130, Newport Beach, CA, 92660. For info 773-774-3232.