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The couple was together between 1973 and 1980 when Steve left her because he believed that Diane was cheating on him. He passed on February 4, 2021, surrounded by the family he loved so much and worked hard his entire life to take care of. View Source Share Save to Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Maintained by: Sherry Templin (Hicks Giese) Added: 8 Sep 2000 WebOrthopaedic is one of the major department in Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Edapalli that provides various orthopaedic treatments at Stephen "Steve" Downs, 64, an amazing man and loving father, grandfather, husband, son, brother, friend, and mentor fought long and hard against melanoma cancer as long as he could. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Search above to list available cemeteries. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. You have funeral questions, we have answers. He will be laid to rest with his beloved mother in Lees Summit, MO as well as with his father in law, Bill Wright in Bakersfield, CA. The girl was later renamed Rebecca Babcock. Diane Downs was arrested the following year and charged with several crimes David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Try again. He was the president of the local NADA and part of the elite Toyota "20" group often asked to pilot new programs. And so, very quickly, they formed a relationship. Back in Phoenix, Arizona, in Moon Valley High School, Steve Downs met Elizabeth Diane for the first time. Danny Downs survived but was paralyzed. Learn more about merges. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. WebDani Estelle Downs, age 54 of Tucson, born January 20, 1961 in Yuma, AZ, passed away March 18, 2015 Tucson, AZ. Downs' launched a violent attack on three of her children, Danny, Cheryl Lynn, and Christie Anne in 1983. Despite being convicted, Downs has always maintained her innocence. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. They were shot by their mother Diane Downs who then did everything in her power to ensure that none of the children survived. His spirit and legacy will forever live on in those he touched and taught to never give up on their dreams. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. WebDani Estelle Downs, age 54 of Tucson, born January 20, 1961 in Yuma, AZ, passed away March 18, 2015 Tucson, AZ. He felt so lucky to find true love and happiness with Dawn Evenson Downs, a friend of 30 years after reconnecting in 2017. Steve purchased Bill Wight Toyota in 1999 and over the next 23 years, through constant work and sacrifice, made it wildly successful. Maternal Filicide Victim. Published by Bakersfield Californian from May 13 to May 14, 2021. Diane Downs is serving a life sentence for the attack on her children What happened to Danny, Cheryl and Christie? Dani was a homemaker and loved to Craft, Quilt and Folk Art paint. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. While he worked hard, he played even harder and his favorite thing in the world was "making memories" with his family, friends, and dogs. Steve was incredibly business savvy and was a trusted advisor and mentor to his peers, family, and friends, always thrilled to help others pursue their dreams whether they needed advice or financial support. Downs was found guilty in June 1984, and sentenced to life in prison plus 50 years. Danny Downs survived but was paralyzed. As for Christie and Stephen Danny Downs today, according to Heavy, Fred Hugi himself adopted the siblings, giving them a happy home and loving mother away from the spotlight. Oops, something didn't work. Failed to report flower. Danny was alive, but he had been horrifically injured. Christie and Cheryl were a product of Dianes marriage to her ex-husband, Stephen (Danny) Downs. Danny and Christie Ann Downs are among Diane Downs' surviving children after Cheryl Lynn died following the tragic shooting. Steve Downs, their father, actually left Diane in 1980 because he thought that Danny was the result of an extramarital affair that she had. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The team knew it was unlikely Danny Downs would ever be able to walk again, let alone the other effects of being shot. Once you find the obituary you are looking for, you can get important information about upcoming services, share a favorite photo or memory, and send flowers or gifts to the family. Diane Downs is an American who is accused of murdering her youngsters near her residence in Springfield, Oregon. Stephen "Steve" Downs, 64, an amazing man and loving father, grandfather, husband, son, brother, friend, and mentor fought long and hard against melanoma cancer as long as he could. Danny was the product of an affair Downs had been having with a colleague. He wanted to make sure everyone was having fun and loved fast cars, boats, motorcycles, road trips in the RV, horseback riding, deep sea fishing in Cabo (winning the renowned "Bisby" tournament once), ice cream, camping, fishing, listening to live music, heading back to KC for Gates BBQ, shopping trips at Duluth and Bass Pro Shop, Lake of the Ozarks and visiting family and old buddies from school. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. He expanded to build a second dealership, North Bakersfield Toyota, from the ground up and also owned Valley Cycle and Motorsports. The girl was later renamed Rebecca Babcock. Sponsored by the Steve Downs Melanoma Foundation which was founded by his daughter, Staci Downs, all proceeds will go to local animal shelters to help pay for adoption costs. Known as the "rebel" in the family, he left school in junior high to work and help his mom financially. WebDanny and Christie Ann Downs are among Diane Downs surviving children after Cheryl Lynn died following the tragic shooting. Back in Phoenix, Arizona, in Moon Valley High School, Steve Downs met Elizabeth Diane for the first time. Bless you see you when you come home. Born to Doneta and Charles Downs in Raytown, Missouri, Steve was raised by a single mom and grandparents who he cherished. Please enter your email and password to sign in. After selling cars in the brutal winters of the Midwest for years, he and his second wife, Terri, took a chance and moved to Bakersfield, CA, in 1984 for better opportunities in the car business. Specifically: Ashes scattered in Arizona, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/12310/cheryl-lynn-downs. Downs' launched a violent attack on three of her children, Danny, Cheryl Lynn, and Christie Anne in 1983. STEPHEN DOWNS OBITUARY Stephen Louis Downs 1935 ~ 2022 Stephen Louis Downs, 86, passed away June 30, 2022 in Midvale, Utah. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Cheryl Downs (12310)? All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Danny was the product of an affair Downs had been having with a colleague. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. STEPHEN "STEVE" DOWNSOctober 9, 1956 - February 4, 2021. The baby was taken by the state and delivered to adoptive parents. There was a problem getting your location. Steve Downs, their father, actually left Diane in 1980 because he thought that Danny was the result of an extramarital affair that she had. Prior to being sentenced, Downs gave birth to a girl she named Amy Elizabeth. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. He was one of the few people who saw Diane, not as the outsider, but as a beautiful woman who was anxious to assert her independence. This is a carousel with slides. 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His hard work and talent were quickly recognized and he wasone of the youngest salespeople to be promoted to management, steadily moving up the ranks at local car dealerships. Christie and Cheryl were a product of Dianes marriage to her ex-husband, Stephen (Danny) Downs. WebDani Estelle Downs, age 54 of Tucson, born January 20, 1961 in Yuma, AZ, passed away March 18, 2015 Tucson, AZ. Danny was the product of an affair Downs had been having with a colleague. Downs is serving time in the Valley State Prison for Women, as per Murderpedia. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Downs' launched a violent attack on three of her children, Danny, Cheryl Lynn, and Christie Anne in 1983. Prior to being sentenced, Downs gave birth to a girl she named Amy Elizabeth. After the homicide, the girl claimed to police that a person had shot her two children. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Steve's interment services will be held at a later date. The baby was taken by the state and delivered to adoptive parents. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Soon after, they were blessed with twin daughters, Traci and Staci. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. After the homicide, the girl claimed to police that a person had shot her two children. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Failed to delete memorial. There was an error deleting this problem. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Cheryl Lynn Downs I found on Findagrave.com. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? He was one of the few people who saw Diane, not as the outsider, but as a beautiful woman who was anxious to assert her independence. They settled down on Old Hickory Lake in Tennessee to finally "retire" and start enjoying the life he dreamed of. Christie and Cheryl were a product of Diane's marriage to her ex-husband, Stephen (Danny) Downs. Stephen Danny Downs is Dianes Downs son, whos paralyzed from the waist down. Danny and Christie Ann Downs are among Diane Downs' surviving children after Cheryl Lynn died following the tragic shooting. Downs' launched a violent attack on three of her children, Danny, Cheryl Lynn, and Christie Anne in 1983. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. A system error has occurred. The couple was together between 1973 and 1980 when Steve left her because he believed that Diane was Drag images here or select from your computer for Cheryl Lynn Downs memorial. The couple was together between 1973 and 1980 when Steve left her because he believed that Diane was cheating on him. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 11:00am at North Bakersfield Toyota combining his love of cars, country music, and animals. They were shot by their mother Diane Downs who then did everything in her power to ensure that none of the children survived. Back in Phoenix, Arizona, in Moon Valley High School, Steve Downs met Elizabeth Diane for the first time. View Source Share Save to Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Maintained by: Sherry Templin (Hicks Giese) Added: 8 Sep 2000 Failed to remove flower. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Resend Activation Email. Their marriage was described as tumultuous, with Downs allegedly disappearing for long periods of To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Downs was sentenced to life in prison plus 50 years for killing her 7-year-old daughter and wounding her two other children on a rural road outside Springfield, Ore., on May 19, 1983. Diane Downs is an American who is accused of murdering her youngsters near her residence in Springfield, Oregon. Danny and Christie Ann Downs are among Diane Downs' surviving children after Cheryl Lynn died following the tragic shooting. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. In the early 90s he joined Bill Wright Toyota where he met Cassie Wright. 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