Steven Alan Esch, 59 of Joplin, Mo., died February 2, 2021 at Mercy Hospital of Northwest Arkansas with his children and family at his side.
Born October 19, 1961, in Kansas City, Mo., Steven was the son of Dave and Masolyne (Owens) Esch. He was a kind and loving family man. Steven was known for his contagious smile that lit up every room he walked into. He treasured being grandpa to his two grands…