February 9, 1983 to March 24, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved Steve Alves. On the night of March 24, Steve lost his life to injuries sustained in a car accident in New Milford, Connecticut.

A resident of Newtown, Steve was born and raised in Danbury, Conn., where he attended Henry Abbott Technical High School and graduated from the automotive program. He went on to work for Sperry Rail and was most recently at Kimberly-Clark in New Milford, Conn., where he was a planner and manager.

Steve was an adventurous soul who loved cars and racing, off-roading and fishing, as well as traveling the world. He was outgoing, fiercely funny, and well-liked by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving partner, Alexandra Pelletier, and their niece, Raeanne Yeomans; his parents, José O. and Virginia Alves; his paternal grandmother, Cidalia Oliva; his maternal grandmother, Maria Cecilia Fernandes Casto; his maternal grandfather, Antonio DeAlmeida; his uncle and godfather, Arlindo Almeida; his sister and her husband, Cidalia and Robert Kettles, and his nieces, A. and S. Kettles; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his aunt and godmother, Angela Sequenzia, and his paternal grandfather, José Alves.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The Steve Alves Memorial Scholarship, care of Henry Abbott Technical High School, 21 Hayestown Road, Danbury CT 06811.

Calling hours were held from 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday, April 1, at Honan Funeral Home in Newtown, Conn.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, April 14, at 11:30 am, at St Pius X in Fairfield, Conn.