Steven Leonard

Black

Steven Leonard Black, 46, of Xenia, went Home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at his residence. He was born August 5, 1980, in Xenia, Ohio, the son of Steven Lee and Rebecca Sue Hilderbrandt Black. He was a 1998 graduate of Xenia High School, a graduate of Morehead State University, a member of Phi Kappa Alpha Fraternity (Morehead State), a member of Xenia Nazarene Church, and was employed with Cox Media Group. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Short) Black, whom he married, June 14, 2003, a daughter, Violet Black, a son, Jaxson Black, his mother, Becky Black, a sister, Stephanie Michelle (Tyrone) Harris, several cousins, a special niece and nephew, Makayla Harris and Jaden Short, and by many close friends and family. He was preceded in death by his father, and by a sister, Mary Jo Black. Steve was a track and field throwing coach. He loved going to the YMCA and watching Xenia athletic events, especially when his children were participating. He loved watching his daughter Violet sing and act and his son Jaxson play in the marching band. He loved watching Cincinnati sports, The Ohio State Buckeyes, and Liverpool FC. He was a dedicated husband, father, son and brother. He was an active member of the Xenia community and loved giving back to the place he loved and called home his entire life. Steve will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Services will be held at 10am, Wednesday, November 18, at Xenia Nazarene Church, 1204 W. Second St., Xenia. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm, Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Xenia Community Schools Foundation (Band, Performing Arts, or Track and Field) in his memory. Condolences may be made to the family at www.NeeldFuneralHome.com.