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Steve Luben Birbach, a beloved father, grandfather, and devoted Jehovah's Witness, passed away on December 18th, 2022 at CPMC Van Ness in San Francisco. Born on September 18th, 1945 in Kitzbuhel, Austria, Steve's life was a shining example of strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication to his family and faith. As a World War II refugee, he immigrated to the United States with his mother Eve Birbach, and went on to lead a life filled with …

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Steve was a beautiful person. Such a warm and and caring personality. My family and I enjoyed going out in Field Servic…
Steve was a beautiful person. Such a warm and and caring personality. My family and I enjoyed going…
Steve was a beautiful person. Such a warm and and caring persona…
My husband, Bruce, considered Steve one of his very best friends from their college years at University of Cincinnati t…
My husband, Bruce, considered Steve one of his very best friends from their college years at Univer…
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Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

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Born

September 18th, 1945
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Passed away

December 18th, 2022
Berkeley, CA

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Cause of death

Agent Orange induced diabetes and heart disease

Method of disposition

Cremation

Tulip Cremation
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