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1948 - 2019
 Curtis Steven "Steve" Tassen, 71 of Ona, WV, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019. Celebration of life service will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, August, 24, 2019 at Lewis Memorial Baptist Church, by Dr. David Lemming. He was born March 16, 1948 in Huntington, a son of the late Curtis Tassen Jr. and Mary Beach Tassen. Steve was a 1966 graduate of Barboursville High School, and a graduate of Marshall University with a Bachelors in physics and an MBA. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Steve is survived by his devoted wife and best friend, Pam Chapman Tassen; daughter, Beverly; son, Ernie; brother and sister-in-law, Dave and Karen; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Lance and Alice Chapman; grandson, Corey; special aunt and friend, Wanda Willoughby; special cousin, Michelle Nolte Massie; two special golf buddies, Dick Stewart and Danny Wolfe; two travel friends, John Elwell and Lew Shoemaker; special cousin, Troy Tassen, and several family, friends, and his sweet kitty "Pepper". In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local animal shelter of your choice. Visitation will be from 12-1:30 p.m. Saturday at the church. Wallace Funeral Home, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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There are currently 10 condolences.
Ralph E. Oberly
Tuesday September 3, 2019 at
10:14 AM
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I came to Marshall for the fall semester 1970 when Steve was finishing his physics degree program. I got to talk to him some outside of class. He came across as totally honest and to the point of any conversation. As a new faculty member in physics I got to know Steve and to appreciate his honesty and sense of humor. He was in Viet Nam during some of the most ugly conflicts. He seemed to have adapted to that ugly part of his life with a level head. I very much regret his passing.
Ralph Oberly
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Ralph E Oberly
oberly@marshall.edu
Monday September 2, 2019 at
12:03 PM
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Steve was one of my students shortly after I came to Marshall as a Physics faculty member in fall 1970.I had great respect for Steve based on his work in the classroom and on his totally honest and direct conversation outside of class. He had a sense of humor that entered into his conversation about himself. Steve was in Viet Nam during some of the most brutal fighting but he seemed to come away from it with a level head. I have tremendous respect for him.
I apologize for the late statements but have been out of town. Ralph
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Arnold Krause
arnoldkrause@att.net
Tuesday August 27, 2019 at
1:46 PM
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Such sad news to receive. I knew him as Curtis. I was a Staff Sgt and he was in my squad in Vietnam. I had the pleasure of seeing him several times over the past few years. I worked on him for years before he finally came to a reunion. I chatted with him just last month asking if all was well. He said he was dealing with anxiety attacks and was hoping to return or get back to a reunion in the future. I wish I could pay my respects in a matter other than an email. I was up in Washington visiting my son this week and just got home today. Just know I had great admiration for your husband and as a dad. He was a great Soldier and I was proud to have him in my squad as a rifleman. My blessings to the family
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Piers Cooper
Tuesday August 27, 2019 at
7:30 AM
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The definition of a gentleman. I consider myself very fortunate to have known Steve professionally.
We only saw each other occasionally, but he was always ready to share his knowledge and experience.
I will think of him when I have dessert at my next business dinner.
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ron and donna hunt
Saturday August 24, 2019 at
9:42 AM
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So sorry for your loss. I know the family is heart broken and our prayers are with you.For David who we love dearly and his family; Mark 11:22
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Craig and Colleen
Saturday August 24, 2019 at
6:35 AM
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Bev, we are so sorry for your loss and pray that God comforts you and your family. Your dad had to be wonderful man to have raised such a beautiful loving daughter. We love you.
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Melissa Ratliff
Thursday August 22, 2019 at
5:54 PM
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Bev, please know that you are in my thoughts and that my heart is breaking for you. I love you so, so much. Please give your mom my love.
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Stan and Janet Gregory
Thursday August 22, 2019 at
4:27 PM
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Our deepest sympathy to the family. Steve was a real gentleman and will be sorely missed by any who knew him.
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Russ & Angie Willoughby
Thursday August 22, 2019 at
3:04 PM
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We are so sorry for your loss. Steve was very kind & honest and a delightful man to be around. We will be praying for you & your entire family during this difficult time.
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John Elwell
johnelwell0505@gmail.com
Thursday August 22, 2019 at
2:44 PM
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Great friend, and a business leader.
Loved his God, his family, his country, and always challenged himself at work to improve.
A true gentleman who enjoyed golf and fishing.
I will miss our times together.
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