of Melbourne, AR
September 19, 1952 - June 11, 2018
Mountain View, Arkansas - Stephen M. Koren Ret. USAF, age 65, died June 11th, 2018.
Steve is joined in death by his beloved father, Alfred and loving wife, Marlene. Steve is survived by a daughter, Kathleen Yancey, Son in law Matthew Yancey, granddaughter Anastacia Yancey, Mother JoAnne R. Koren, Brother Martin Koren.
Steve was a veteran of the Vietnam War and Desert Storm. He was born in Pottstown, PA to Alfred P. and JoAnne R. Koren; he has one brother Martin Koren. He grew up in Tennessee, as a child he loved to take things apart and put it back together. He worked hard as a teen in local grocery stores while going to high school and decided to join the Air Force at the age of 17, he spent 23 years in the Air Force doing what he loved most working on Air planes. In the USAF he found lifelong friends that would become family. He was featured on many T.V. shows on the Military channel, History channel and in a video at the Space and Aviation museum in Huntsville, AL. He wrote a chapter in SR-71 Blackbird Stories, Tales, and Legends and other chapters in other books plus articles. He did many interviews on the SR-71. He was stationed at Lockland AFB in Texas, Hahn AFB in Germany and Beale AFB in California. While at Beale he would meet his soulmate, Marlene and her children. Their love story was better than any romance you could ever read, watch or write about.
In 1992 Steve and his wife Marlene decided to move back to her home town of Mountain View, AR. We owned "Ozark Video" from 1993 - 2006, that brought us many wonderful memories.
In the years since he lost Marlene he worked a lot on cases in Mountain View trying to help solve many criminal cases. He was a great friend always willing to help someone in need. Most of all he was an amazing role model, father, father in law and grandfather.
Services will be held June 23, 2018 at 2 PM at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home 405 S. Peabody Ave, Mountain View, AR 72560.
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12 Condolence(s)
Garry Gammill
Friday, June 22, 2018
Mr Steve was always willing to help known him for a lot of years he was always very kind to me always spoke .My prayers are with his family
Cheryl King
Monday, June 18, 2018
Steve...it doesn't matter how many years have passed, or that we haven't remained in touch, shit happens within in a military life. However, seemed insignificant during that time. The fact is...we became family, a connection whether near or far that ascertained a forever friendship from what...chance happenings. We "ALL" were meant to meet under the circumstances, the military has blessed us to become a lifelong family, one that no matter where we ended up would still have that connection. Whether it be in person or long distance, that love within these friendships will forever touch and remain near and dear to our hearts. A sad day in our world that we no longer have you! A mentor, a friend, a man important to those that relied on you and whether we told you enough or not... completed us so many years ago and into today. Words are never enough to express this great loss to those that loved you. So until we meet again my friend. Party on...Blue Zoo Forever!
Kevin morrison
Sunday, June 17, 2018
Sorry for your loss steve and i were stationed at randolph afb together crazy guy we both went tdy to offitt afb fun times. He will be missed again sorry for your loss.
Glenn E King
Sunday, June 17, 2018
Brother we will all miss you. Go Blue Zoo.
Charlotte Nichols
Saturday, June 16, 2018
The world has lost an amazing and caring man who encouraged and inspired everyone who knew him. May the Lord give His grace and comfort to Steve's family, as they continue on this life's journey without his physical presence. Remember that you will be reunited someday, never to be parted again...
Frances Engle
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Steve-You were such a great friend. You always had a kind word and a funny story. I and my family were very blessed to have known you. I hope you know how many friends loved and cared about you and your family. You were definitely one of the good ones. Katie, your father was a blessing to our little community and he touched a lot of lives. I pray for peace for you and your family during this sad time.
MaryAnn Harris
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Steve you are already missed by so many of us . When I had a late night and wasn't able to sleep I knew that you would be up and ready to talk about anything and everything . I know that when I posted something there would soon be a message asking me if I was having trouble sleeping. I will and already do miss our talks. My heat thoughts and prayers go up for your family and all of your many friends that you leave behind. I know that you are safe in the arms of the Lord and no longer missing your wife . If anyone ever got their wings I know that you my friend have them. Just seeing all the post of all the good that you done for people confirmed what I already knew . Rest my friend and we will talk again one day .
Debbie(Griffith) (Buchanan) Donahue
Saturday, June 16, 2018
My prayers go family, friends, and USAF family who have lost a great man. He made a great impact on my life and so many others. God speed. Love from my family to yours.
Jeff Lyter
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Steve, it was an honor serving with you in the 10th AMU “Blue Zoo” Hahn AB, Germany. We had some good times. I especially liked riding together in the expeditor truck working the pre-launch red ball responses. You will be missed. RIP Brother!
Doug Brewer
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Steve, I already miss you man. I still cannot believe you are gone, it doesn't seem possible. We had some long talks over the years just about everything. I sure am going to miss that. My prayers are with your family, friends and Air Force comrades! RIP my dear friend. FLY HIGH!!!
Paul and Suze Markham
Saturday, June 16, 2018
I met Steve thru the Air Force at Beale AFB Ca. He was one of those people who you immediately like , His Calm attitude in the most stressful situations would always lead us into getting the job done without conflict. He always inspired us to be our best and lead by Example. His friendship thru the years, His Love and Dedication to our Country will always be an example that will follow me thru out my life. My heart is sad for your loss, I feel blessed to have known him and Thankful for his Friendship
Lisa Van Evera
Friday, June 15, 2018
There are simply not enough words to say how much you will be missed..you were loved by so many people ..this world will never be the same without you in it. I miss you terribly.