Stephen Midkiff

Stephen Midkiff

December 25, 1945 - October 07, 2019

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Stephen P. Midkiff, 73, of Avon, Indiana passed away on October 7, 2019. Stephen was born on December 25, 1945 in Indianapolis, IN to Dexter and Mary Blanche (Atkins) Midkiff, both preceding him in death. Stephen attended Washington High School in Indianapolis and Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. He played football for Ball State and was a member of the undefeated 1965 team which was inducted into the BSU Hall of Fame in 2014. He then played professionally for the Indianapolis Capitals for a few years before moving into coaching, where he coached football at South Decatur HS then Maconaquah HS. After his coaching days he began his very successful career in banking. He started as a management trainee in the early 1970's, carrying the infamous Green Briefcase and continued to enjoy the upward spiral in his banking career. Steve held many positions in banking, participating in various Economic Development Bond Issue projects for the State of Indiana. Steve was Senior Vice President, Merchants National Bank and Trust Co. Investment Division, and Managing Director of Indiana National Bank, Investment Division. When Steve retired in 2011 he was Deputy Treasurer of State and managed the Investment Portfolio for the State of Indiana. Stephen was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity at Ball State University. He is survived by his fiancé, Melinda S. Dye; son, LTC Stephen (Renee) Midkiff Jr.; daughter, Kelley (Nathan) Goodrow; grandchildren, Clarke Mills, Tate Goodrow, Allison-Grace Goodrow, Elizabeth Midkiff, Christopher Midkiff and Michael Midkiff. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM on Monday, October 21, 2019 at Stevens Mortuary 5520 W. 10th Street Indianapolis, IN with a gathering and visitation with family from 9:00 AM until time of service.  

Memorial contributions may be made to the George Washington High School Football Program c/o Carolyn Means-Harris 2215 W. Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46222.

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Linda Klein Swartz
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My sincere sympathies...for me, there were a few college friends and acquaintances that staid in my memories and Steve was one of of the few. I moved on and away but "the big brothers" kept me in the loop ! Prayers at this difficult time.
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Dick Tito
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It was sad to learn that Steve has passed. Given his personality, I know he fought the good fight all the way to the end. I met Steve back in the '80s through the Dealer Bank Association, and then interacted with him later at various bond market activities. He was a great professional who later became a good friend. While I've only seen him a handful of times over the last ten to fifteen years, he was never further away than a phone call or an email where we could compare notes or share the most recent joke. He loved his kids and always wanted to talk about what they were up to in life. He'll be missed: a good guy gone too soon. Godspeed, Steve.
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Diane and Bill
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RIP Steve, One of a kind. Loved his family and friends. He was entertaining, funny, awesome cook and loved cooking for friends and family. You will be missed big guy.
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Donna Becktel
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Will always remember him as a kind, funny guy in his teens. He spent many days at our home, and was always a joy to be around. He definitely will be missed by many.
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Jeanne Lowe
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I am sorry for your family. I worked for Steve for several years at Merchants Bank / Indiana National Bank. I always loved the bantering back and forth when the OJ Simpson trial was going on. He taped it every day and watched at night. He was convinced that OJ was innocent. All of our Clients waited in anticipation for their invitation to the Annual Golf Outing that was held at Broadmoor Country Club. The best Golf Outing Ever! I will never forget how he loved his Searsucker Suit. God bless the family. Jeanne Lowe
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Lori (Bragg) Bond
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My sincere condolences to the family. Steve was a bigger than life character all the years I knew him and worked for & with him! Met him in 1977 at Merchants Bank when I started my first “real” job at the ripe age of 17. Like my friend, Jeanne Lowe, said I too will always remember that searsucker suit! Lol. He made a big impact on me as a young and inexperienced “banker”. He helped me learn the ropes and when he left MNB to go over to INB - he paved a way for me there as well - he looked out for me and I always appreciated that about him - he was fiercely loyal. I was very sad to hear the news of his passing. May his life In the hereafter be as big as it was here on earth. God bless and comfort all who loved him.

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