SESSIONS, Steven Kingdon (Steve)

The Payson Roundup, Payson, Arizona, Tuesday, February 17, 2015 Steven Kingdon Sessions Steve was born Feb. 10, 1936 in Bountiful, Utah to the late Ezra Aldon and Annie Mae (Kingdon) Sessions. Even at an early age Steve was helping others, which would be a hallmark of his incredible life. An Eagle Scout with four palms, later in life he was a Boy Scout leader in the San Diego Council and helped form Troop #340 at Lakeside, Calif. He also attended Boy Scout camps for many years. A “wonderful, sweet, adorable and precious man,” Steve helped everyone and wherever he could. He was a former member of the Bountiful (Utah) Posse, and after retiring and moving to Pine, Ariz. in 2004, he volunteered his time and talent with the Gila County Posse. Steve also gave his time at the brush pit south of Pine. By trade, Steve was a building and electrical contractor. When not working, he enjoyed white water rafting, including having shot the Colorado River four times. The epitome of a family man, Steve loved spending time at home with the family more than anything. Steve’s family includes the love of his life, his wife of 55 years, Patricia; sons, Troy and Wayne; grandchildren, Hannah and Eli Sessions, both serving our country in the United States Air Force; Nicole, Brett and Dalton Sessions; and one great-grandchild, Caleb Sessions. In addition to his parents, Steve was preceded in death by his brother, Aldon Kay Sessions (wife, Joyce). Steve’s family is inviting everyone to join them on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015 at 10 a.m. in the Community Room at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Rd. Instead of flowers, to honor Steve please consider a contribution to the Gila County Sheriff’s Posse, 702 S. McLane Rd., Payson, AZ or a charity of your choice.