Stephen L. Pierce

December 28, 1955 - February 7, 2021

Stephen Lynn Pierce, age 65, of Monroe, passed away Sunday February 7, 2021 in his home, surrounded by family. Steve was born December 28, 1955 in Monroe, he was the son of Herman and Polly (Brown) Pierce. He married Tracy Peters Hartline June 26, 2002. He was very proud of the fact that he was a registered nurse at Mercy Memorial Hospital until his retirement. Steve enjoyed socializing and being with other people. He bowled in leagues at Nortel Lanes, and loved playing cards, especially euchre. Steve loved to go camping and his motto was “what happens camping, stays camping!” He is survived by his wife Tracy Pierce of Monroe; their son, Jon Hartline of Toledo; his stepdaughter, Ami Mena of South Carolina and her children, Devon and Robbie; his sisters, Barbara Williams of Missouri, Wanda (Ron) Hall of Florida, Dorothy (Dave) Venable of Dundee, and many extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, and beloved brother, Danny Pierce. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Monroe County Community College to benefit a scholarship for nursing students. Visitation will be from 11 – 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Bacarella Funeral Home 1201 S. Telegraph Rd. The service will be immediately following visitation at 1p.m. Online condolences and special memories may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary page at www.bacarellafuneralhome.com