April 18, 1966 ~ October 29, 2019
Born in: Fairfield, California
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Deacon Stephen G. Escalera, 53, passed away Oct. 29, 2019. Survived by his wife, Laura Escalera; children, Anika Escalera and James Escalera; parents, Justino and Diana Escalera; and siblings, Mark (Kelly) Escalera, Veronica (James) Cunha, John Escalera, Alexander Escalera, OFM, Cap. and Victor (Jennifer) Escalera. Steve was born April 18, 1966, in Fairfield, Calif. As a young man Steve was involved with the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps both as a performer and instructor. Later in life he was a teacher at South High School in Pueblo for 16 years. His deep spirituality and devotion to God led him to become a Franciscan Friar for six years. He married Laura Fisher in 2000 and they were blessed with two children, Anika and James. Some of his greatest loves were being a Deacon and ministering to his faith community, as well as training deacons for the Diocese of Pueblo. Steve also loved music, history, Star Trek, watching movies, and as a devoted husband and father, spending time with his family.
Visitation, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, followed by the rosary at 6:30 p.m. and vigil service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6. Visitation and services at Christ the King Parish.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ the King Parish, 1708 Horseshoe Dr., Pueblo, CO 81001 or UC Health Foundation, with the memo line stating “Transplant Program Fund in memory of Steve Escalera,” c/o Karen Davis, UCH Foundation, 2400 S. Peoria St., Ste. 100, Aurora, CO 80014. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com
Video Tribute For Deacon Stephen Escalera:
Services
Rosary: November 5, 2019 6:30 pm
Christ The King Church
1708 Horseshoe Dr.
Pueblo, CO 81001
719-542-1552
Funeral Service: November 6, 2019 10:30 am
Christ The King Church
1708 Horseshoe Dr.
Pueblo, CO 81001
719-542-1552
Dear Laura, Anika and James
I’m so sorry for your loss. Will have you and all your family in prayer.
Sending you all my most sincere condolences.
Dear Laura, Anika and James,
My heart is with you all these days and my prayers too. The refrain that fills my head at this moment is from a song by Dan Schutte called “Come With Me Into the Fields.”
The seeds were sown by other hands than yours,
nurtured and cared for they grew.
But those who have sown will not harvest them,
the reaping will not be their care.
For all the sowing of seeds that Steve did, these too will be reaped by many, many others.
Thank you Steve, go with God.
Lovingly,
Kathy Carey
Peter Dunneback
Mary Aragon
Love you Stephen 🧡
Prayers for you and your family.
I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss.
If there’s anything I can do to help, please, tag me.
Eternal rest grant unto Steve oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in the arms of peace and light of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
In deepest condolences, our prayers for you during this time echo Philippians 4:7:
May the peace of God, which transcends human understanding, guard your hearts and minds in Jesus Christ now and forever.
We love you, Laura, Anika & James