Steven A. Gayman Sr., 80, of Eldridge Iowa passed away on February 11, 2026. Per Steve’s wishes cremation rites will be accorded. A private graveside service will be held. He will be laid to rest at Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Steve’s name to DAV: Disabled American Veterans. Online memorials may be left for the family at www.rungemortuary.com
Steve was born on January 4, 1946, in Davenport, Iowa to Charles and Aleta (Gillette) Gayman. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Steve was a true patriot. On September 20, 1975, he was united in marriage to Patricia Atkinson. They enjoyed nearly 50 years together until her passing on April 11, 2025. Steve enjoyed hunting, gardening, canning, making wine, working on cars and was an avid fisherman.
Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Kelly Gayman; granddaughter, Leah Manahl and sister, Charlotte Brown.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Patty; son, Steven Allen Gayman Jr., brother, Dave Gayman and sister, Dianna Gayman.
