Stephen (Steve) Ladd

Steve Ladd, of Terrell, passed away on Nov. 29, 2023 at his home. Steve was born September 21, 1958 in Dallas, TX to Jack and Madilou (Milliorn) Ladd, both of whom preceded him in death along with his sister, Charlotte. Steve grew up in Mesquite and, during that time, was lucky enough to meet his soulmate, Pam Miller, who he married on Aug. 13, 1977. His career as a plumber started early and, later on, he became the owner of his own business, SDL Plumbing, where his work ethic and ability to fix any and all problems for business owners and families was a hallmark of his professionalism. While work was important, Steve also knew his priority was his family and spending time with them was the ultimate ‘great day’. He could be found watching any sport with NASCAR being his favorite. All races were intently watched by Steve with past races featuring Dale Earnhardt, Sr. AND Jr. were always his go-tos. When not watching sports, he was playing Madden NFL where he would consistently fight through the players, the games, the refs to get that win (often waking Pam up to tell her exactly how he won!) He also was a huge Cowboys fan where no matter how they played in any season, he was committed to being the #1 fan of the Blue and Silver. He and Pam truly enjoyed ‘getting away’ on cruises and so many memories of Steve will be held forever with a tropical backdrop of his favorite places in the Eastern Caribbean with family and friends at his side enjoying the sunshine, the ocean, good times and great conversations with his mouth showing that telltale smirk which told everyone that a pretty good joke was on the way! From Steve’s family- As you are handed many things in this lifetime, the most precious of those is time... When the rest of us are left here facing the sudden loss of you to grip onto we can merely hold close to our hearts that you are now in a place of peace and serenity that the rest of us can only imagine. And now, we gather to remember the man who has been a guide to so very many along his path on earth. A man who took the challenges of life head on and never faltered in his way forward because he saw no other way to go but up. A man who kept his thoughts and feelings known without filter or circumstance, but in the same instance would open up and show just actually how big and vulnerable his heart really was. For everyone gathered today has encountered the presence and lived alongside one of the strongest souls known to man. It has been an honor of all of ours to live, share many laughs and love with you throughout your days we were blessed with you here beside us. Though the gap of your presence in our lives will never fully be the same without you here, we will all carry a piece of your spirit that has been embedded in our hearts daily, and pray to make you proud as we continue our own race. In the words of the infamous Dale Earnhardt Sr. which Steve loved so much, who said we all need to cross our own finish line in this life and "look back knowing you gave your all and remember whether you win or lose at certain times in life, know that your drive to keep going will always deem you finishing a champion." So when the realities of life leave the rest of us grasping for your guidance, we hold on tight to the memories of you that will never fade for you will always be loved and your influence will be forever engraved on our hearts... Our dad, your honey/sweetie and husband, your Papa, your brother, your uncle, your Stev-O, your boss man and your friend, Stephen Dwayne Ladd. Steve leaves his legacy of love to be carried on by his wife of over 46 years, Pam Ladd, of Terrell; daughters, Michelle Valdez and husband, Nick, of Garland and Stephanie McBride and husband, James, of Terrell; grandchildren: Kelsie Holden, Avery Valdez, Ace Valdez, Jayden Coronado, Lukus Coronado, Paeslie McBride, James McBride, and Attikus McBride; brother, Larry Ladd. Steve also leaves behind a devoted staff at SDL Plumbing, each of whom helped him realize his dream of a successful family owned business especially Amanda Tate, his office administrator who, for 12 years, has been an integral part of the company’s success every day. A Celebration of his life will be at 6:00pm, Monday, December 4, 2023 at Max Slayton Funeral Chapel with his family receiving friends beginning at 5:00pm to service time.

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Stephen (Steve) Ladd

September 21, 1958 - November 29, 2023