Steve Motsinger
April 28, 1957 - July 16, 2016
Steve Motsinger, 59, beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend, passed away July 16, 2016 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born April 28, 1957 to James Motsinger and Anna Salsi in Turlock, California. Steve is preceded in death by his mother, Anna Salsi, father James Motsinger, brother Bruce Motsinger and sister Margie Ryan. Steve enjoyed his family and the love everyone has for him. His passions were listening to the Rolling Stones and Neil Young. He loved the outdoors and, when he could, camping. Steve is survived by his wife and best friend Kathy Motsinger; sister Linda Sanford; nine children including, Amber Perry of Roseville, CA; Kimberly Wilkerson of Orville, CA; Brian Reddekopp of Monmouth, OR; April Motsinger of Salem, OR; Christin Collins of Independence, OR; Jesse Davis of Corvallis, OR; James Baucum of St. Helens, OR; Joshua Motsinger of Salem, OR; Jacob Motsinger of Oakdale, CA; 3 nieces, 7 nephews, 17 grandchildren and many friends.
Steve's passion was to be happy and have fun. What made him special is that family was his world, and his one wish was for his children to be happy. Steve loved collecting hot wheels, playing pool and talking about when he was younger and the Journeys had been on. Steve's only dream in life was to have his family around him and together.
A viewing will be held Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Farnstrom Mortuary in Independence, OR from 10 am to Noon. Farnstrom Mortuary is handling arrangements. Memories and condolences at FarnstromMortuary.com.