Stephen Robert Drazich obituary

Stephen Robert Drazich

9/16/1934 - 7/22/2020

Obituary For Stephen Robert Drazich

Stephen Robert Drazich 85, of Wintersville, Ohio and Cocoa Beach, Florida passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. Stephen was born on September 16, 1934 in Steubenville, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother George Drazich. He is survived by his wife Eleanor, his sister Ella Lazich, children Samuel, Gwendolyn, George and Natasha, his 5 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.

He graduated from Case Institute of Technology on a football scholarship with a BS in Mechanical Engineering in 1956. He spent his career working in the aerospace industry with Lockheed Martin Space Systems on the Fleet Ballistic Missile programs Polaris, Poseidon, and Trident.

He learned to surf in Hawaii in 1966 while on a work assignment. Stephen enjoyed woodworking, spending time with his children and grandchildren, making wine, and recreating Tesla science demonstrations.

Visitation on Monday, July 27, 2020 from 10 am until time of service at 11 am at Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church, 530 N. 4th Street, Steubenville, OH with Rev. Stefan Doric officiating. Burial at Serbian Cemetery.

Masks are required and social distancing to be observed.

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09/03/2024

Bettyann Jeffries

So sorry for your loss Eleanor.
09/03/2024

Jodi Russell

It was such an honor to have known this wonderful soul. He will be missed by many. I'm so sorry for your loss Eleanor. My condolensces to you and your family.
09/03/2024

Debbie Medves

Dear Eleanor and Family:Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the passing of Steve.The Medves Family
09/03/2024

Carolyn McCamic

Eleanor & Family, Sending our Sympathy to you on the passing of Steve. Sorry for your Loss. He was such a Wonderful & Friendly person. God Bless Your Family. We knew him from Starkdale Church. Carolyn & Vernon McCamic
09/03/2024
09/03/2024

Ted Roever

It was with genuine sadness that I received word of Steve's passing. Many of my fondest childhood memories are based on get-togethers of Steve's LMSC crew in Cocoa Beach - a collection of really good folks and Steve was one of the very best. I recall Steve as always being a source of positivity and I know he will be missed very much.My Condolences,Ted Roever
09/03/2024

Jim Dillman

I had the pleasure of working with Steve as an associate contractor (GE), for 30 years. The total success of the three FBM programs he worked on will always be a tribute to his dedication and commitment to his fellow workers, his employer, the U.S. Navy and the USA.. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.Jim Dillman
09/03/2024

Greg Zeller

My father worked with Steve for many years on the FBM program in Cape Canaveral, Fl. I had that pleasure when I began work there in 1975. Steve was one of the smartest people I ever met and contributed so much to the program. I also got to know his son George when he was hired later on and would like to extend my condolences to him and the entire Drazich family.
09/03/2024

Jane. Myers. Ritter

May love and blessings be with you and your family at this time.
09/03/2024

jonpatton7@comcast.net

So heartbreaking to lose this guy! Our deepest sympathies to you Eleanor and your family. We will remember dearly the time we shared with you and Steve.

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