Steven D. Newkirk, 64, a special person with special needs, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023 in St. Mary's Hospital at Centralia, IL. Having lived his early years in Martinsville, IL he moved to Centralia, IL. He was born Sept. 6,1958 at Riverside, CA, the son of Floyd and Mildred Hall Newkirk. Surviving are his mother, Mildred Stephen; a sister, Sandra (Larry) Lederman; a brother, Rick (Franda) Newkirk; two step sisters, Gloria Scott and Neoma Mullin; a step brother, Larry Stephen and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and step-father, Bob Stephen. Private graveside services will be held at Ridgelawn Cemetery at Martinsville, For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Warren G. Murray Center, 1535 W. McCord St., Centralia, IL 62801. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuenralservices.com.