Steven Lawrence Stainbrook, 66, of Anacortes, died Monday, July 3, 2006 at Island Hospital in Anacortes, following an extended illness.

He was born with his Christian name of Lawrence Stephen Stainbrook, on December 21, 1939 in Sitka, Alaska, the son of Lawrence and Lucille (Johnson) Stainbrook. Steve was raised in Seward and Hope, Alaska and also lived in Anchorage. In the mid 1960’s, he moved to Seattle, WA and later to Orcas Island. In 2002 Steve relocated to Anacortes, where he spent the last years of his life living at the Anacortes Manor, where he made many friends. Although a diesel mechanic by trade, Steve had many interesting occupations during his life, including, welding, building maintenance, and gardening. He also served as a volunteer fireman for several years with the Orcas Island Fire Department. Steve will be remembered for his open friendly nature and his quick wit. He had a love for learning and books that carried him throughout his life. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Steve is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Michael Lawrence and Ruth Stainbrook of Townsville, Queensland, Australia; his daughter, Alice Wenonah Stonecipher of Ellensburg, Washington; sisters, Laura Windle of Eagle River, AK, Colleen Hookezma of Anchorage, AK; and many extended family members throughout Alaska and Washington. A potluck celebration was held on Saturday, July 8, 2006 in Anacortes with family and friends in Steve’s memory. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., Anacortes, WA. To share memories of Steven, please sign the online guest register at evanschapel.com.