Edward J. Stepka Jr. Obituary
The memory of Edward J. Stepka Jr. of West Warwick, Rhode Island, who passed away on May 24, 2025 at the age of 76, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Edward may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Carolyn Stepka (Kostyla); his children, Greg Stepka (Joanna Douglas) and Bethanie Parenteau (Michael Izzo); his sister Marianne Bednarz (Wictor); and his grandchildren, Alison, Matthew Parenteau, Jackson and Sidney Stepka.
Visitation was held on Sunday, June 1st 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home (659 E Greenwich Ave, West Warwick, RI 02893). A funeral service was held on Monday, June 2nd 2025 at 8:30 AM at the Carpenter Jenks Funeral Home (659 E Greenwich Ave, West Warwick, RI 02893). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, June 2nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Our Lady of Czenstochowa Church (455 Washington St, Coventry, RI 02816).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rhode Island Dental Association Fund at the Rhode Island Foundation in his memory.
