Stephen was born March 31, 1967 in Rapid City, SD. to Donna and Ralph Strauss. He is survived by his parents, Step-mother Janice Strauss, brothers Christopher and Raymond and sister Sarah. The family moved to Denver, CO where Stephen attended Northglenn High school. He enjoyed the Colorado outdoors, camping and fishing with his dad. Loved riding his bike everywhere he went to hang out with many of his friends. Family and friends will be celebrating his Life on Friday, March 31, 2017 at the family home