Stephen Dainty

Stephen Y. Dainty, 61, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2021 at his home.

Steve was born May 1, 1959 to Arthur and Kay Dainty in Oskaloosa, Iowa.
He was a graduate of Carlisle High School in 1978 and after graduation went on to receive Bachelor’s Degrees from University of Iowa in History, Economics and International Business. He worked for Tone’s Spices for 28 years. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family and getting together for football games, especially the Packers. He will be remembered for his excellent cooking, his sharp, dry wit and love of music.

Stephen is survived by his partner, Nancy Rust; children, Elizabeth (Jimmy Busick) Dainty, Ross (Nafla Poff) Dainty, and Thomas Dainty; mother, Kay Dainty; grandchildren, Gino, Elena, Dominic and Bella Busick; siblings, Diana (Julie) Dainty, Stewart (Jane) Dainty, Scott Dainty, and Linda (Joel Miller) Dainty; daughter-in-law, Jessa Dainty; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sara Dainty; son, Stephen Ryan Dainty; and father, Arthur “Bud” Dainty.

The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 also at the funeral home. Following services Steve will be laid to rest at Carlisle City Cemetery, Carlisle, Iowa. The family respectfully request that masks be worn and social distancing is adhered to.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for a cause close to his heart in loving memory of Steve.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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