Steven Bronson 1952-2016
Steven Darrel Bronson, 63, of Celina and formerly of Bluffton died Jan. 25, 2016, at 5:59 p.m. at Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus. Steven was born Aug. 6, 1952, in Bluffton to the late Fred and Doris (Lamb) Bronson, Jr.
Steven retired from Eaton Corp. in Van Wert as a machinist and had also worked at Crown Equipment.
Survivors include a son, Jordan Bronson of Harrod; a brother, Gary (Karen) Bronson of Celina; a sister, Judith (Gary) Gossman of Beaverdam; step-sister, Tammy Steiner of Beaverdam, and his companion, Vickie Shaffer of Celina.
Steven was preceded in death by a brother, Mike Bronson.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton. Pastor Kevin Mohr officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 1- 3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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