Stephen A. Oliwa Jr., 56, dies
February 28, 2016,from the USTA Communications Department
Columbus, OH — Stephen A. Oliwa Jr., 56, of Cape Coral Fla. passed away peacefully at his home on February 25, 2016, surrounded by his family, after a long battle with cancer.
The lifelong trainer/driver of standardbred race horses ended his career with 1,085 wins and over $4 million in purses. His best years were 1991 when he had 169 wins and 1999 when his charges earned $500,000.
His easy going demeanor always made him extremely popular with his peers. Later in life, he was the owner of A&A Prompt Removal, a demolition and service company.
Steve is survived by his long time true love and companion Christine Stabile and their daughter, Julia of Cape Coral, FL. and son Stephen III of Upper Saddle River, NJ. Also, sister Evelyn Burchardt (Jeff) of Annandale, NJÍž brother Robert Oliwa (Deborah) of Manalapan, NJ and many nieces and nephews.
Donations in his memory can be made to the Standardbred Retirement Fund.