Bryan Leonard Steadman

Bryan Leonard Steadman left this life to rejoin his parents in heaven on January 15, 2019 after a year -long battle with cancer. He demonstrated Christ-like love in service throughout his life, including a mission to the Central United States in 1963, teacher for all ages, involvement in the Boy Scouts of America, leading numerous boy's camps, vigilant home teacher, and an incredible executive secretary to many bishops. He led his family as the patriarch in his home with family scripture study, prayer, and involvement in church. We never had to wonder if Dad had a testimony of the Savior, because he was never shy about his faith and showed that in all he did. He was a true and faithful servant of the Lord.
Bryan was born in Valdosta, Georgia, on September 15, 1944, and weighed 8 lbs, 14 oz, and had lots of black hair and dark eyes. He was a sweet, good-natured baby. When he was one year old they moved to Crescent, Utah, and lived on a farm. They had many animals including sheep, cows, ducks, chickens, rabbits, cats, dogs, horses, etc. Bryan was driving the tractor to haul hay when he was eight years of age. He was baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on September 20, 1952, and remained a valiant and true saint all throughout his life.

He showed sheep at the county and state fairs for several years where he won many trophies and ribbons for his prize Suffolk sheep. Bryan was a wonderful older brother and a great example to his younger brother and sisters. He went to Crescent Elementary, Mt. Jordan Junior High, and Jordan High School. He was on the stage crew in high school. He was a Sterling Scholar in Industrial Arts. He went to the University of Utah where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
One of Dad's great loves has always been music. In college he joined the Grandland Singing group, and loved every minute of it. He traveled all over the country with the group, graining many close friends along the way and sharing his love for this country through music. He loved remaining involved in things that he cared about, and was instrumental in planning reunions for both the Grandland Singers and Jordon High School.

He joined the Air Force in his last year at the University of Utah. It was right at the beginning of the Vietnam War, and he chose to get a degree in Electrical Engineering in order to enter the military as an officer. He made numerous contributions to our country through his service. He rose to the rank of Colonel in the United States Air Force, and held positions such as: Director of Intelligence in the Space Systems Division; Program Manager in the NAVSTAR GPS Division, where he made vital contributions to getting GPS swiftly into the hands of troops during Desert Storm; and several positions in the Space Shuttle Division, including assisting with the launch and landing of the Atlas Space Shuttle.
Education was always something that Dad valued highly. He received his bachelors degree in three years instead of four, in order to enter the military as an officer. Throughout his career he continued his education, eventually earning a Master of Business Administration, Masters of Science, and several certificates in management and training. He always encouraged his children to continue their education, as he showed us through his life-time learning. He could always be caught in the spare time he had (although we still are unsure how he managed to find any) reading a book, or researching something new he heard about.

On January 11, 1975 Dad was married in the Los Angeles Temple to Vicki deChamplain. He was stationed at Vandenberg AFB, so they made their home in Santa Maria, California. Dad's first three daughters were born there. He was then stationed at Patrick AFB, so they made the move to Cocoa, Florida. They were married for seven years, at which time they separated and divorced. Bryan was then stationed in Washington D.C. and moved to West Virginia. He spent every summer and Christmas with his daughters. He took them to see and experience as many sites as possible while he was there. His daughters loved the time they got to spend with him and the phone calls and letters every week.

On June 16, 1990 Dad married Deborah Cornwall, whom he loved to call his Queen. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Los Angeles Temple, and had three beautiful children together. Debbie had three children already, giving them 9 children total. He retired from the military in 1993, at which time they moved back to Utah. They lived in Layton for almost 6 years, during which time he was offered and accepted a position in a new business, TQS, Inc. He became one of the founders and stayed with the company until shortly before his death.
Dad was always very involved and passionate about his work, and that was true at TQS as well. He put in countless hours developing IFDIS, which is a machine that helped diagnose issues in military aircraft. It is probably safe to say that without Dad the IFDIS may never have made it to the government where it can now help save pilots lives.

Dad always loved to travel, and eventually purchased a motorhome in order to travel more. It was aptly named the "land yacht" or "Long Tall Sally" and many, many happy family memories were made in the travels. He drove it all over the United States and even to Canada, taking his youngest three children to see countless historic places, theme parks, performances, and family. One of his favorite places to visit was Nauvoo IL, but he also loved other church history locations. The most common place to travel was easily Southern California, since both he and Debbie loved the ocean. When all their kids were grown, they enjoyed taking theirs kids and grandkids on trips as well. Legoland was usually a highlight for their trips to Cali. One of the lasts trips he took was with Mom while their youngest two children were on missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was one of the few trips they took just as a couple, and they had a blast driving around the western United States, attending as many Temples as they could.

He taught all those who knew him what commitment, service, and hard-work really mean and the value they hold. One of the greatest gifts that the Lord gave Dad was that of being a peacemaker. This gift was used frequently throughout his life, which all who knew him can attest to. He was a very patient man, which was demonstrated all the way to the end of his life. Even in his illness, he was happy and patient to the amazement of all those who surrounded him.

Bryan is survived by his wife, Debbie Steadman; children Katrina (Brandon) McKean, Kendra (Shane) Savage, Crystal (Dustin) Pebbles, Brian (Kelly) Beckstrand, Carol (Mike) Anderson, Sean Beckstrand, Jason (Jennica) Steadman, Janaye Steadman, and Jared Steadman; 16 grandchildren; his siblings, Bruce (Christy) Steadman, Brenda (Mark) Haymond, and Betsy (Winston) Heart.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at the Farr West Poplar Stake Center, 1745 No. 2300 W., Farr West. A viewing will be held on Monday, January 21st from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Ogden Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd. and prior to the service at the church Tuesday from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park, 100 Monroe Blvd.
VisitationMyers Mortuary of Ogden
845 Washington Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84404
January 21, 2019
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
VisitationFarr West Utah Poplar Stake
1745 North 2300 West
Farr West, UT 84404
January 22, 2019
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM
ServiceFarr West Utah Poplar Stake
1745 North 2300 West
Farr West, UT 84404
January 22, 2019
11:00 AM
BurialMyers Evergreen Memorial Park
100 Monroe Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84404
January 22, 2019