Stephen Joseph Compton
Stephen Compton
Stephen Joseph Compton was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, the first born son of Gary and Anne Compton. Stephen is survived by his two younger siblings Michael N. Compton and Terri L. Hintz. As a young man Stephen enjoyed riding bikes, hunting snakes, playing the bass and collecting rock music memorabilia. His all time favorite band was KISS, but he loved all types of music, especially the rock music genre. He also enjoyed watching movies and singing. He studied for a time under renowned vocal teacher David Kyle. As an adult Stephen built an impressive career at United Parcel Service, working in a variety of positions over a 33 year span. His strong work ethic and tenacious determination helped him create a solid foundation to build his family. As a younger man Stephen met and married his wife Julie Compton (Howser) and the two moved into a home in Buckley, WA. Together they had four boys, Michael, Hunter, Jordan and Daniel. Stephen is survived by three of his children, Michael, Hunter and Daniel. His son Jordan passed away at birth, and his wife Julie passed away in 2022. It was at this time that Stephen retired from his job and focused on spending time with his kids. On August 5, 2026 Stephen left this world to reunite with his predeceased loved ones, following a year and half battle with complications from a stroke. From the beginning of Stephen’s life he was challenged with adversity, in fact many doctors didn’t think he would survive when he was born three months premature. No matter the challenges he faced, he found a way to keep moving forward. Along that journey Stephen received many blessings from God, and now he’s been called home. He died peacefully at his nursing home with his brother and sister by his side. He will be remembered and missed for the great son, brother, father and human being that he was. Godspeed Stephen, we love you.
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Being Steve’s sister taught me so much about diversity, compassion, perseverance, acceptance, kindness, strength, and character. Also the love of the greatest rock band, KISS. We may not have always been close, but the history and family we shared tied us together for eternity. Growing up listening to his rock music, not being afraid of his pet spiders, and seeing him overcome physical challenges not only shaped my childhood, but the person I am today. One of my favorite stories he told was when he met his wife Julie. He had just started at his new job at Burger King and was learning the ropes. Apparently he was in the way while she was trying to get an order done and so she shoved him out of the way and knocked him down. He looked up and said “one day I’m gonna marry that girl”. And he did. He may not have always got what he wanted, but he always knew how to fight for it. Even though the last year and a half was really hard, I’m grateful for the time that I got to spend with him. Godspeed Steve. May you eternally rest in peace, pain free with your loved ones.