Dwight Stephen Tabb

Dwight “Steve” Tabb, 60 of Pine Ridge, Florida died May 12, 2016. Steve was born in Lawrence, Kansas on October 3, 1955 to Creighton and Anne (Richot) Tabb. He leaves behind his loving wife of 18 years, Laura. He is also survived by daughter, Leesa and son, Steve; 4 grandchildren; siblings, Jeff, Sandy and Linda; and mother and stepfather, Anne and Jack Peterson.

Steve moved to Florida from Kansas when he was young and lived most of his life in the Mt. Dora/Eustis area. He and Laura moved to Crystal River 8 years ago. He immediately loved Crystal River and so much enjoyed meeting and making new friends. Breakfast was one of the highlights of Steve’s day and you would find him early in the morning enjoying breakfast with his many friends.

Steve was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing beautiful golf courses, but especially enjoyed the friendship of his fellow golfers. He loved boating and spent a lot of time on the Gulf of Mexico enjoying the sun, wind and water. He was a Harley enthusiast; riding and simply enjoying the beauty around him.

Among his many business ventures, Steve fixed small engines, built and designed homes, and began a furniture business designing and selling Adirondack chairs. If there was something he wanted to do, he learned the trade quickly and applied his knowledge to so many ideas.

Steve was always creating, a dreamer with a mind that wouldn't stop. He was an inventor and craftsman who could fix just about anything. He was most proud of a product he designed and patented, the Newer Spreader, and with Laura was able to grow a successful business which was later sold.

Even though Steve had many achievements and successes in his life, he was most proud of "his love affair with his wife, Laura." Laura will tell you that Steve was the love of her life, her rock and inspiration, her strength, her courage and he will always be her hero. Steve loved life and he lived with optimism, a fantastic sense of humor and great love. He made every moment count and he will be dearly missed.

Although it is not necessary to send flowers or make donations, if you wish to make a donation, Steve would like all donations to go to the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Memorial Services will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 6803 Old Hwy 441, Mt. Dora, FL at 11:00 am on Friday, June 3, 2016.

Arrangements entrusted to Fero Funeral Home, Beverly Hills, Florida.