I met and worked with Steve on the mod team at NAS Kingsville Tx. He was an excellent aircraft structures Mechanic. We broke bread many days with other coworkers. He always had a great sense of humor a smile and a joke. Sometimes when talking to him on the phone I would put him on speaker and he would crack the wife and I up. He always ask how my wife children sisters brothers and the cat and dog were doing. But the most sincere thing l can about Steve is that he was always willing to help others no matter what the circumstances. He was a giver, he wold give you his lunch his last dime his last slice of bread. I know Steve has an infinite Love for his beautiful family. My wife and I are hurting for your loss. God Bless You our friend.

I met Steven at the Homewood Suites in Mobile AL. We were both staying there for work. Steven was super nice and we would sit in the courtyard almost every evening and talk and share stories. He was very passionate about his family and loved talking about them. It’s really hard to think of someone leaving so early when they are as good a person as Steven. He will be missed in the Mobile community. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Too early. 

Steven was such a kind man. When we first met it was like we had known each other for years. He and Jennifer were always so willing to make me feel welcome every time we were together. 

He loved talking about hunting, fishing and the outdoors.  He was passionate about Union Sportsmen’s Alliance. He was always willing to give of his time and knowledge to anyone, including me, to teach about unions and especially organizing. 

There is an empty place on this earth that shall never be the same. Rest In Peace my friend. 

Hugs and prayers for Jennifer and family. 

My husband Terry introduced me to you back in 92. We went to your home in Mesquite Texas. Your wife Jennifer and son Steven jr. were there. I remember in later years going out to eat with you and your family and how the waitress asked Jennifer when her baby was due (she was obviously pregnant). You gasped and told her she wasn’t pregnant. The look on the waitress’ face was priceless. Jennifer didn’t seemed fazed at all so o knew this was a regular thing you did lol. I also remember the hours my husband would be on the phone with you in the middle of the night lol. When our phone rang at 2 am we always knew who it was. You were always joking and pranking people. Your sense of humor was what I remember most. 
I remember coming to visit after your family moved and your entire family were so welcoming. You always had the most colorful stories to tell(some we weren’t sure were always totally true). I also remember seeing your mom at the funeral home before she past and you were so loving and kind with her.
I don’t remember ever seeing you without a smile on your face. Terry was just saying how he hadn’t heard from you in a few months and that was odd. We and lots of others from Forney were saddened to hear of your passing. You will be missed by so many. 

Good old Mr. Steve. Truly a good friend. I met Mr. Steve two years ago at Homewood Suites where I worked as an maintenance engineer. He always stopped me in my tracks, when I was furious running around the hotel cussing and complaining. The most funniest memory was when he caught me cussing he would say, Do you kiss your mother that mouth LOL. I’m going to truly miss your loving spirit and kind heart. Even though you may be gone, you remind in my heart Mr. Steve and I’ll never forget you. My condolences to your wife and family. 

Oh, Steven my dear friend I really goin to miss you . We all became friends one day after church, and that was  20 some years ago   You were the kindest person I ever met  to me my kids   Remember we used to be at your house almost every day  .  Andrew my youngest always wanted to be  around your family   He even spend the night lots of times at your house   And always looked up to you    Steven we are going to miss you  So much  rest in peace my friend .

Steven came to work for me in 1986 at Corvette King. He didnt know much about cars but . I liked him right from the beginning. As we worked together we became friends . Great friends. Best man in his wedding friends. Whatched all the of his kids grow up friends. Welcome in my house unannounced any time day or night friends. i watched him do things i dont think i could have done. I watched him load up his 3 kids Jennifer 8 months pregnant with Jonathan in a single cab pickup with no AC. Loaded down with a blue trap over the bed heading to Alabama for 10.00 a hour to support his family. He told me he was ritch I couldnt believe what he was telling me. He followed up with . I dont have any money . Im rich because of my family I am so thankful and blessed . At that moment Steven Aviia not only was one of my best friends he became my hero. I have never heard that before or again. 
Steven was one of 3 people i never texted. We only talked .when we did it was for hours. I posted on Facebook one time i spend half my life looking for a matching nuts and bolts.
Steven shows up at my house which is a 8 hours drive with a brand new 1000 piece nut and bolts set. On top of the 40lbs of aircraft 12 point nuts and bolts. Which if someone ask if they can have or use the answer is no . Steven knew how much i would love that. It has and always will make me think of steven and how i always tell how i got them . even id the person doesnt want to know. 
Steven , it pisses me off i will never talk to you again. You were only one of 3 people that called me. I know you were hurting . I cried for you when you told me the bad news . i know how hard that was . I always was so proud to know you had beatin the odds . we talked about this and thought you would have called me.You said you would. For the first time every you didnt do what you said. .  I. Miss you. You have turned off phone and i have already had 3 different question i needed answers for. You were my go to guy. 

Steve and I go way back when we both were still in the shop, we rode together helping organize others in South Texas, we both moved up in the Union and continued to serve in the Union. Steve always had a kind word and a corny joke, he was a good friend and a Brother in Labor. You will be truly missed my Brother. Prayers for the family.

I met Steve when I moved back to Mobile from the Oregon Coast at Homewood Suites until I could find a home!  There was a great crew of Costa Rican’s there on business and Steve staying there for his job. We had the greatest time sitting in the courtyard and building friendships. Once I found a home, the Costa Rican friends had returned to their homeland and I knew Steve was by himself. I’d have Steve come for weekends to get him out of that caged hotel. Steve had the key code and was always welcomed to make himself at home if I was still at work.  We golfed, went to Mardi Gras parades, dinners out.  I wish he was still here and I’m sure gonna miss him. We had each other’s backs as close friends do! My deepest sympathy and prayers to The Avila Family during this difficult time! Peace and love!! 

I was truly saddened to hear of Steve's passing! During the time he helped us in Atlanta on our campaign, he was always a nice guy! He seemed a little quiet at first, but it was hard to stay that way around us! I remember once when we went to get food for the office, I had to make him let me pay for the food, by getting my card to the cashier the fastest! Sending my sincere prayers and condolences for your loss! He will be missed! 

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Ynocencio Steven is survived by his wife, Jennifer Avila of Hebbronville, TX.; children, Steven James Avila of Houston, TX., Christina Ann (Marcus) Montelongo of Hebbronville, TX., Olivia Marie (Steffon) Sowell and Jonathan Morgan Avila both of Dallas, TX.; father, Ynocencio Amando (Norma) Avila of Hebbronville, TX.; brothers, Michael Austin Avila of Hebbronville, TX. and Anthony Echard of Dallas, TX.; five grandchildren

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Ynocencio Steven Avila

August 29, 1968 – July 12, 2019

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