Stephen Redinger

Steve Redinger (November 3, 1958 – June 26, 2022) of Independence, MO died peacefully at home with his wife, Vicki and daughter, Laura. 

His sarcasm and sense of humor will be greatly missed by all. He always kept us laughing!! He was a lover of all animals, big and small. He donated food to the animal rescue centers in the Independence area on a regular basis. He was a lover of nature. He worked at George Owens Nature Park for years. He enjoyed taking photos of the wildlife and beauty of the park. He retired from the City of Independence. He loved camping, float trips (until he almost drowned) and NHRA Drag Racing in Topeka, KS.

Steve was born at Andrews Air Force Base. He lived in Marshall, MO until he was ten years old. He then moved to Independence, MO. While in Independence, MO, Steve met his best friend and future brother-In-law, Gregg Mashburn.

Steve is survived by his wife of 36 years, Vicki Redinger, daughter, Laura Bellis, two wonderful grandsons, Dalton Ranck and Ashton Bellis, brothers-in-law Dan Mashburn, Gregg Mashburn (wife Rebecca) and his uncle, Russell Gann of Marshall, MO.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Sondra F. Traver, father, Louis R. (Randy) Redinger, grandmother, Ginny Gann of Marshall, MO, mother-in-law, Virginia Mashburn and sister-in-law, Randi Mashburn.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Shep’s Place Senior Dog Sanctuary 17012 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64056.