Our loving son, brother, grandson, nephew and friend, Stephan John Zele, age 34, passed away unexpectedly on October 26, 2018.

He was born April 20, 1984 in Price, Utah to Debra Ann Sanchez and Bert Zele.

Stephan grew up in Helper, Utah and Colorado. He always lived life to the fullest with gratitude and a positive attitude. Stephan enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Throughout his life, even up to his last day on this earth he always had a special bond with his Momma that was full of love and great memories. The bond between those two was unbreakable and filled with love. Stephan always made sure his Momma was ok and that’s just who he was, kind, caring and protective. His qualities were very heartwarming to his Momma and surely are going to be missed. He had a passion for art, drawing is where he started and throughout the years he even learned to tattoo and he done very well. You could find him drawing while loudly enjoying his tunes. Singing along with some Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and all those oldies but goodies. Stephan had the most infectious laugh and genuine smile. He loved his Chevy vehicles and he liked them so much he even acquired the nickname “Chevy”. Stephan made friends with all he came in contact with. His personality was the type that you couldn’t help but love. When you had Stephan as a friend, you had someone that was always willing to give you a hand and be there for you. He was never selfish and would give the shirt off his back to help anyone in need.

He will be dearly missed by all especially the ladies, his ability to be “Romeo” didn’t go unnoticed, and he knew it!

Fly high with the Angles and may you R.I.P.

Survived by his mother Debra Ann Sanchez; father, Bart Zele; sister, Erika (Anthony) Alford; brothers, Christian and Colin Zele; nephews, Jared, Jordan and Justin Newman; grandparents, Eva and Berrell Martinez; Fiancé, Melissa Bell, and his two special girls, Faith Ann (age 9) and Destinee Ma (age 1).

Preceded in death by great-grandparents, John and Emma Espinoza; Uncle, Joey John Sanchez; grandparents, Bill and Beverly Zele; cousin, Coleby Zele.

Memorial service Friday, November 9, 2018, 1:00 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home. Family will be at Mitchell’s Friday one-half hour prior to services. Committal service Cliffview Cemetery, Price.

Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home where friends are welcome to share memories of Stephan at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net.