Stephen Michael Easley

Stephen Michael Easley, born February 18, 1945, in Olney, Illinois, peacefully passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on October 21, 2025, in San Angelo at the age of 80. He was the beloved son of Elmer and Betty Easley.

Steve and his family moved from Clay City, Illinois, to San Angelo in 1951. He attended McGill and Santa Rita Elementary Schools. The friendships he made at Santa Rita followed him to Lee Jr. High and San Angelo Central High School where he graduated in 1963. These long-life friendships were very special to him. He went on to obtain a BBA degree from Angelo State University in 1970.

Steve had a long successful career with Landers Automotive and Paint Specialty selling automotive supplies and paint. He made many dear friends at dealerships and body shops around town. They could always count on his expertise and knowledge about products and paint.

He had a special talent and fondness for old cars, working tirelessly fixing them up. His work was meticulous. He and his wife, Barby, loved the “Street Rod” family and all the fun events they attended throughout the years. Watching football and NASCAR were at the top of his spare time activities. He was an expert at flipping channels on the remote. Trips to Rockport fishing with his brother-in-law, Rick, and sister-in-law, Donna, brought him joy. On one such trip, he cast his line and caught a sea gull.

Steve is survived by his loving wife, Barby; his children, Evan (Mel) of Los Lunas, NM, Rachel (Steve) Young of Gilmer, TX, Stephanie Anglin of Huntington, TX, Jeff (Whitney) Schkade of Mansfield, and Jaret Schkade of Dallas, TX; seven grandchildren, Jayden, Justin, Wilson, Parker, Madison, Skylar, and Dakota; siblings, Suzanne (Don) Hageman, and brother, John G. Easley of Tulsa, OK; and last but not least, his little brown dachshund, “B Boy” Bailey.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Betty Easley, and siblings, Bill and Bob Easley.

Steve will always be remembered as a man with a quiet and calm demeanor, love for family and friends, and some sort of cap on his head.

The family would like to thank and express gratitude to Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate, loving care. A special thank you to his angels, Tina and Monica, whose love, kindness and care lightened the load and brought him joy.

A family celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to West Texas Boys Ranch or Meals for the Elderly.