Stephen Jack Driver

He is survived by his wife of 20 years Michelle, parents Joe and Mae Driver, sister Joyce Watkins (Wayne) and family, daughter Emily Grady (Josh), granddaughter Lily, cousin Joey Driver (Elizabeth) and family, sisters-in-law Charlotte Suhr (Bill) and family, Susan Oakes and family, as well as many close friends.

He was preceded in death by his birth parents Jack and Annie Mae Driver, his brother Bobby Driver, and Emily’s mother Paige Tucker.

Steve was born on April 4th, 1957 in Emporia, Virginia. As a young teenager, he moved to the Virginia Home for Boys in Richmond where he met many of his life long friends and brothers. He graduated from J R Tucker High School in 1976 where he played football and excelled at track, even holding the high hurdle record for several years. In 1982 Steve graduated from VCU with a degree in business and began his career in insurance sales. As the owner of the successful Erie Insurance Agency of Ashland Steve acted as a mentor for many people beginning their careers in insurance. During this time he returned to his beloved “Boys Home” to be the head financial officer on the board and was elected President of the Alumni Association for several years.

Steve had a wide variety of passions in life and wasn’t afraid to try new things. His favorite hobbies were making art, camping, and riding his Honda Goldwing motorcycle on beautiful summer days. He was a world class storyteller whose energetic descriptions brought his many adventures to life. Steve enjoyed having spirited debates on politics, business, and life itself, often helping others see things from a different perspective. Above all, he loved his family, friends, and his country.

Steve was a truly unique and unforgettable man and he will be sorely missed, but the impact he had on so many lives will live on forever.

Please direct memorial donations to the Virginia Home for Boys and Girls.

Services will be held at Skipwith Baptist Church on Thursday, August 15th. Family visitation at 10am, service at 11am with reception to follow.