Steve's mother, Joyce, died peacefully in hospital in Spain on Sunday, April 8th (Easter). She suffered complications after a third bout of surgery in 10 years to remove benign tumours. She was 78 years old. Steve was able to spend a little time alone with his mother moments before she passed away. The funeral was held at the Denia Crematorium on Thursday, April 12th. Steve led the service and read his own Eulogy. Joyce was described as "a popular woman, modest and humble who placed family above all possessions."