Steven D. Cruth, 72, Ulysses, died Monday, November 4, 2024, at his home. Born May 17, 1952, in Great Bend, Steven was the son of Donald and Betty Ruth (Lane) Cruth. When he was young, Steve’s mom died and he was raised by his dad and stepmom, Alice Drucella (Guymon) Cruth.
Steve moved to Ulysses in 1964 where he met the love of his life, Connie Blackmore. He graduated from Ulysses High School in 1970. Steve and Connie were united in marriage October 8, 1970, in Ulysses. Steve and Connie are the parents of Shane and Brandon who they enjoyed watching grow up and participate in sports.
Steve worked numerous jobs to support his family and was the self-proclaimed “Best Meat Cutter Ever”. Steve eventually retired from Pioneer Natural Resources after 18 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and friends, where he considered West Mineral “Heaven on Earth”. Steve enjoyed playing Scrabble with Connie which sometimes ended with Steve not getting supper. Steve loved being in his garage/mancave.
He loved his wife Connie and his family more than anything in the world and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Steve was preceded in death by his mom, Betty Ruth (Lane) Cruth; dad and stepmom, Donald and Alice Cruth; parents-in-law, Walker E. and Irene Blackmore; and sister-in-law, Sonja Johann. Survivors include his wife, Connie, of the home; sons Shane Cruth and wife, Windy of Amarillo, Texas and Brandon Cruth and wife, Amy of Canyon, Texas; siblings, Dianna Howard; Pam Chaffin and husband, Bert; Forrest Cruth and wife, Sharon; Mark Cruth and wife, Jill; and LaDonna Nadeau; sisters and brothers-in-law, Edna Pierce-Thaden; Mike and Denise Blackmore; and Steven Blackmore; grandchildren Brayden Cruth and wife, Stephanie; Colt Cruth and Macey Cruth; and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Graveside service will be Saturday, November 16 at 2 p.m. at Ulysses Cemetery with Pastor Larry Borthwick officiating. A Celebration of Life will follow the graveside service at Tate’s Barbecue. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880.