Steven R. Kunkel

Steven R. Kunkel, age 74, of Fairfield, Ohio passed away on Thursday November 5, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 23, 1952, to the late Robert and Roberta (Grein) Kunkel. A master carpenter by trade, he spent many years perfecting his craft, taking immense pride in a skill that was second to none. His hands were rarely still; in his younger years, he brought his passion for music to life as a drummer in a rock and roll band, a time he always looked back on with great fondness. Steven was an avid sports fan; he lived for the excitement of baseball and the high-speed thrills of IndyCar racing. He was always deeply involved in his favorite activities, bringing a vibrant, hands-on energy to everything he pursued. More than anything else, he was a devoted father and grandfather. His boys and his grandchildren were the absolute center of his world, and he loved them more than anything.

Steven is survived by his wife of 50 years Naomi (Stone) Kunkel; his sons Sean (Rachel) Kunkel and Christopher (Katie) Kunkel; his grandchildren Evan Kunkel, Abby Kunkel, Jacob Kunkel and Joshua Kunkel; his siblings Debbie (Warren) Judd, Sharon (Bob) Ernst, Scott (Emily) Kunkel, Danny (Karen) Kunkel and Dana (Pat) Kilgore; he is also survived by many nieces, nephews and great friends. Visitation will be on Thursday November 12, 2026, at St. John Neumann Church, 12191 Mill Road, Cincinnati from 10:00AM until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00AM. THE WEBSTER FUNERAL HOME, Fairfield is serving the family. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Corpus Christi Church Food Pantry, 2014 Springdale Road, Cincinnati, or the charity of your choice.

Online condolences can be made at www.websterfuneralhomes.com.