Steven Lloyd Chambers, age 73, was deeply loved and cherished, and his presence was a steady and comforting part of the lives of those around him. He was born on December 27, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was known for his gentle nature and the meaningful connections he formed through shared routines and everyday moments.
Steve was baptized in the Catholic faith and regularly attended services at Riverside Bible Baptist Church for nearly two decades.
He communicated in his own special way, often using short, familiar phrases that reflected comfort, routine, and the simple things he enjoyed. Those expressions became part of who he was and were deeply familiar to the people who knew him well, bringing warmth and recognition in even the smallest interactions.
He especially enjoyed good food, spending time watching television, and relaxing with a newspaper or magazine. He also enjoyed going for car rides when the opportunity arose, taking in the world around him and the sense of movement they provided. These moments, though simple, brought him genuine happiness and were meaningful parts of his life.
Steve passed away peacefully the morning of January 7, 2026, surrounded by family and care takers, in his home.
Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Lynn Ulmer, and his father, Edward Lee Chambers.
He is survived by his brother, Gary Chambers and his wife Kathy; his sisters, Cherrie DeShon and her husband Mark, Kathryn Richardson, and Jennifer Callow and her husband Eric; his nieces, Kate, Emily, Holly, and Olivia; and his great-nieces, Eden, Violet, Ava, Emma, and Mia.
The family extends their sincere gratitude to the staff at Specialized Support Services for the care, compassion, and support shown to Steve throughout his time there.
Services will be held at Heaton Bowman Smith on Tuesday, January 13, with visitation beginning at noon and services to follow at 1:00 p.m.
Steve will be remembered for the love he gave and the affection he inspired. His memory lives on in shared routines, familiar phrases, and the deep love held for him by family and those who cared for him.
The family suggests that donations be made in Steven’s name to the Special Olympics.
