Steven Russell Barkley Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

On Saturday, April 17, 2021, God called Steven Russell Barkley to his heavenly home. Steven, son of the late Mary and Leroy Burgess Sr., was born on May 29, 1955, in Wilmington, Delaware. Steven completed his early education in Delaware, before moving to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended Germantown High School, and enjoyed playing sports including football and basketball. During his senior year, he was a member of both the varsity football and basketball teams. After graduating high school, Steven moved to Baltimore,Maryland to attend college at Morgan State University. While at Morgan State, he became a proud member of Groove Phi Groove, Inc. He enjoyed being a member, having fun with his fellow Grooves and working with the community in Baltimore. Steven graduated from Morgan State with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. After college, Steven worked at Rite Aid Pharmacy as an assistant manager, where he met his wife, Sonia. After working at Rite Aid for a few years, Steven accepted a position at the Baltimore Gas & Electric company working in the computer programming department. Together, Steven and Sonia had two children, Nicole and Jason. Steven was very personable and was loved by everyone he met. He loved interacting with people especially his children’s friends. He was known as the ‘neighborhood’s favorite dad’ and was always willing to help fix bikes, play basketball, or throw a football. He enjoyed traveling, going to concerts, and making others laugh. He also loved to cook specially barbecue. Steven enjoyed life and encouraged others to enjoy life as well. Steven will be remembered by many. He leaves to cherish his memory, Sonia, daughter, Nicole; son Jason; sisters, Annette, Kim, and Jean; brother, Leroy Jr.; nieces, Tiffany, Nashay, and Dayanah; nephews, Yorel and Zion; and a host of loving family members and friends.

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Steven Russell Barkley

May 29, 1955 - April 17, 2021