Stephen Edward Pramik

Stephen E. Pramik, 65, passed away on October 19, 2025. Stephen is preceded in death by his father Bernard Pramik Sr., mother Helen Funk, sister Ann Marie Faber, father-in-law James Kennedy, and cherished pet dog Dessa. He leaves behind his loving wife Kathy, siblings Bernie (Kathy), Greg (Kathy), Nancy (John) Wagner, Val(Jamie) Craddock, brother-in-law David Faber, mother-in-law Pauline Kennedy, sister-in-law Diane Kennedy, brother-in-law Dr. James (Maria) Kennedy, numerous nieces, nephews, and many close friends that were like family to him. Stephen graduated from Norton High School and the University of Akron, and enjoyed a career working as a surgical assistant at several hospitals. Stephen and Kathy lived in Hinckley Ohio, Louisville Kentucky, Northbrook Illinois, and in 2019, moved and retired to Loudon, Tennessee, as part of the Tellico Village community. Stephen enjoyed fishing, golfing, hiking, camping, home improvement projects, and especially spending time with his family and friends. Stephen will always be remembered for his big heart and astute mechanical knack to fix and improve(“Stephenize”) anything. Stephen will be deeply missed by Kathy, his loving wife of nearly 40 years. A selfless man with many talents, he will always be remembered as a loving husband, brother and friend. On Saturday, November 1, 2025, the family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:00am at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church (4019 Manchester Rd, Akron OH 44319), prior to the mass. Cremation has already taken place. There will be a private entombment for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department, at 210 Chota Road, Loudon, TN 37774.   Condolences may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com.