Stephan F. Redding

Mr. Stephan F. Redding, 74, of Hillview Manor, Salamanca, NY died Wednesday evening, September 27, 2017 at his home following a long illness.

Born on July 21, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY, he was raised in various foster homes.

In 1992 he accepted Christ and became associated with the Salvation Army in Buffalo, NY. He worked for the Salvation Army in Salamanca, NY for over 5 years and later worked with Rural Revitalization.

He was a member of AA and dedicated the rest of his life to encouraging other recovering alcoholics. He enjoyed the outdoors and riding his bicycle all over town. He loved the NY Yankees and was a Buffalo Bills Fan.

There will be no visitation.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, October 8, 2017 at 5 p.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church with Rev. Michael Lonto officiating.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc. Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, NY.

E-condolences can be sent to john@orourke-orourke.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.