About This Memory Space
This page was created for Stephen C. McNutt's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Stephen C. McNutt's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Stephen C. McNutt. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Stephen C. McNutt, warmly called Steve, crafted a life rich in justice, family joys, and simple pleasures, leaving an indelible mark through his unwavering service and heartfelt passions.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, Steve's roots deepened in the small-town charm of Daleville, Indiana, shaping the foundation of a man who pursued fairness with quiet determination. His journey wove together academic achievements, a profound legal career, and moments of pure delight amid nature and loved ones. A collector of tunes and rescuer of dogs, Steve balanced professional rigor with personal warmth, always prioritizing compassion in every endeavor.
Steve devoted decades to the legal field, embodying public service as an Indiana Deputy Attorney General, Hendricks County Deputy Prosecutor, and Marion County Public Defender. Complementing these roles, he built a thriving private practice in Indianapolis, advocating tirelessly for clients while mentoring peers. His educational path—from a Ball State University economics degree to a Juris Doctor from McKinney School of Law—fueled a lifelong quest for equitable justice and community betterment.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Steve's world revolved around the rhythms of family life, where summers at Crystal Lake in Beulah, Michigan, and explorations at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore wove unbreakable threads of happiness. His gentle affinity for big dogs—six rescues among his seven companions—mirrored a kindness that spilled over into relationships with his devoted wife, Barbara Marvel McNutt; son, David Patrick McNutt; sister, Maureen Nelson (Walter); brother, Paul L. McNutt, Jr.; brothers-in-law, Howard P. Marvel (Mary) and Norman L. Foster; sister-in-law, Janet Marvel (Albert Fowerbaugh); and a host of cherished nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Preceded by his parents, Paul L. McNutt and Gertrude Dougan McNutt, and sister-in-law Carol Marvel Foster, he nurtured bonds that echoed with laughter and steadfast support.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Echoes from the community capture Steve as a pillar of kindness and dedication, with shared reflections underscoring his infectious enthusiasm for family escapes, loyal companionship with his dogs, and the rhythmic joy he found in his vast music library.
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